Noise Program
Noise is a pollutant. While its physical and emotional effects are difficult to define quantitatively, the noise level itself can be measured.
Sound. An alteration of pressure that propagates through an elastic medium such as air which produces an auditory sensation.
Noise. Any undesired sound.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is empowered to enforce the state of Minnesota noise rules (Minn. Rules Ch. 7030). These rules and supporting acoustical information can be viewed in the document, A Guide to Noise Control in Minnesota, available below. This publication is intended to provide information on the basics of sound and noise regulation.
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A Guide to Noise Control in Minnesota (p-gen6-01) - Facts About Odors, Noise and Dust for Local Government (2-05)
More Information
For complaints about noise, please use the Online Citizen Complaints Form. If you prefer, you may call the MPCA to make your complaint. Please call 651-296-6300, or 1-800-657-3864 if you are outside of the Twin Cities area.
If you have an environmental question or comment, please use our Ask MPCA Form.
For more information about the MPCA's Noise Program and assistance for local governments, contact Anne Claflin at: 651-757-2277.
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