Parliament considers imposing a fine for excessive cat-like noise making
In Russia, residents may face fines for exceeding noise level norms, according to Alexander Yakubovsky, a State Duma deputy. The discussion around noise level violations and potential penalties for citizens in Russia was recently the focus of an interview conducted by RT.
The specific noise level norms for Russian households include a quiet hours regime from 23:00 to 07:00 at night, a daytime quiet period from 13:00 to 15:00, and restrictions on repairs from 09:00 to 19:00 on weekdays. During these quiet hours, noise from household appliances such as washing machines and vacuum cleaners, loud music, repairs, parties, and even pet noises can be considered violations if they exceed permissible limits and can lead to fines.
The proposed federal law on silence aims to establish these uniform noise rules across Russia, and violations of these noise norms in apartment buildings may result in fines. It's important to note that fines for noise level violations cannot be imposed by the managing company or the police without expert confirmation. Special measurements and conclusions from authorized bodies are required to confirm noise level violations.
Common household sounds are unlikely to lead to penalties for noise level violations. However, Yevgeny Masharov, a member of the Public Chamber of Russia, reminded Russians of the risk of being fined for vacuuming their apartment in the evening. Vacuuming an apartment in the evening can potentially lead to fines for noise level violations, as mentioned by Masharov.
Property owners in Russia are unlikely to be penalized for common household sounds that rarely exceed noise level norms. However, it's essential to be aware of the quiet hours and the restrictions on repairs to avoid potential fines. The regulations are intended to protect neighbors' rest and maintain peaceful living conditions in apartment buildings.
Here's a summary of the key points:
- Silence/quiet hours: 23:00 to 07:00 (night), 13:00 to 15:00 (daytime quiet)
- Repair work: Allowed only between 09:00 to 19:00 on weekdays
- Noise sources subject to fines: Household appliances (washing machines, vacuum cleaners), loud music, parties, repairs noise, and even pet noises if excessively loud
- Fines: Can be imposed if noise exceeds permissible limits during these restricted times
The bill is still being considered to unify these rules across the Russian Federation. No specific decibel limits were mentioned in the Russian context within the sources provided, but the emphasis is on time-based restrictions combined with the concept of "permissible noise levels" during those hours.
[1] The information provided is based on the search results, and the specific role of Alexander Yakubovsky in this context is not explicitly detailed. However, the Public Chamber, including members like Evgeny Masharov, has discussed these norms alongside the draft federal law under consideration.
The silence/quiet hours regime in Russia extends from 23:00 to 07:00 at night and from 13:00 to 15:00 during the day. Violations of these quiet hours through excessive noise from household appliances, loud music, repairs, parties, or even pet noises could lead to fines, according to the policy-and-legislation surrounding noise level norms. Meanwhile, the proposed federal law on silence seeks to establish uniform noise rules across the country, targeting both citizens and property owners.
