As we live together, often in confined spaces, conflicts arise from so-called behavior-related noise. This includes all noises that are perceived as disturbing by neighbors due to the activities of private individuals. This includes, for example, radio / TV / musical instruments / loud conversations / parties / pets / household appliances. There is also noise caused by the private use of gardening equipment (lawn mowers, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, etc.) or DIY/renovation work (circular saws, drilling, etc.).
Goal
The aim is to promote consideration in social interaction.
In principle, the "parties to the conflict" are sensitized through written information or discussions. If several neighbors are affected by the noise, an administrative offence procedure can be initiated in accordance with § 117 OwiG upon proof (noise protocol). If there is a single complaint, there is no "publicity". The provisions of civil law (BGB) apply here. The use of garden equipment such as lawnmowers, etc. is regulated in the Machinery and Equipment Noise Protection Ordinance (32nd BImSchV). A fine can also be imposed for non-compliance.
Exceptions
Children's noise and playgrounds are part of normal residential use in an area. The associated noises are to be accepted as socially acceptable by the neighborhood!
Sports noise
Noise emanating from sports facilities such as a soccer pitch or tennis court is referred to as sports noise. As these usually take place at times of day when others are seeking peace and quiet (weekends, evenings), they often lead to conflicts.
The aim is to ensure compliance with the regulations for the protection of the neighborhood and at the same time acceptance of sports facilities to promote the social and health well-being of the population
The legal basis here is the Sports Facilities Noise Protection Ordinance (18th BImSchV). This regulates, for example, immission guide values depending on the type of area (residential area, mixed area, etc.) and time of day. This is the basis for complaints.
Leisure noise
Leisure facilities are facilities that are intended to be used by people to spend their leisure time. These include, for example, tents with live music performances, public festivals, open-air stages, leisure parks and outdoor events.
The aim is to balance the interests of the visitors/organizers with the need for peace and quiet of local residents
In accordance with the provisions of the Federal Immission Control Act, harmful effects on the environment must be avoided or reduced as far as this is possible using state-of-the-art technology. Harmful effects on the environment are deemed to exist if the neighborhood/the general public is significantly disturbed. This must be assessed depending on the duration of use, the time of day and the intensity of the noise. In Offenbach, for example, the city council has decided on the duration, number and noise levels to be observed for certain festivals. All other events are examined after weighing up all interests.
Office for Environment and Climate
Stadt Offenbach am Main - Kaiserpalais
Kaiserstraße 39
63065 Offenbach
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Further information
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