Silence Law in Natal/RN: what is prohibited?

 

The Law 6246, also known as the Silence Law of Natal in Rio Grande do Norte, was published in May 2011 and deals mainly with the use of “sound walls” in public spaces.

For 11 years, then, it has been forbidden to use the loudspeakers in streets, squares, and other public or even private spaces that are freely accessible to the population. Such as gas stations and parking lots.

This is because the World Health Organization recognizes that noise pollution can cause damage to human health.

Not only in relation to the hearing issue, but also because of the nuisance, which can cause stress and anxiety.

Thus, this is often an issue that can generate many conflicts between neighbors, especially in condominiums.

In the city of Natal, what are the rules about noise pollution?

 

Fine and apprehension of equipment

Currently, in the city of Natal, whoever does not obey the Law of Silence can have the equipment taken by the police and seized. Besides being subject to a fine that can vary from R$ 500 to R$ 3 thousand.

“It is expressly forbidden the operation of automotive sound equipment, popularly known as sound walls, and similar sound equipment on the streets, squares, beaches and other public places within the municipality of Natal, “says the law.

In case of flagrant non-compliance, the law provides that the owner of the vehicle and the person who is driving or using it at the moment will be held responsible.

The inspections are the responsibility of the Municipal Secretary of the Environment, with the support of the Military and Civil Police and the Municipal Guard.

Thus, anyone who feels uncomfortable with someone breaking the law can call the police on 190.

 

Permissions foreseen by law

In some situations, such as religious events and sound advertising, the municipality may authorize the use of sound equipment on public roads.

There are other cases that are also allowed, such as official events, political or labor demonstrations, for example.

In the case of events in concert halls, the space must be acoustically isolated or have an environment that will not generate any disturbance to other people’s peace.

 

Private rules

In addition to following the municipal regulations, condominiums can write their own even stricter rules.

Many of them set schedules or maximum allowed volume (measured in decibels, since the WHO considers that noise above 50 dB can damage human hearing).

Thus, those who live in apartments or condominiums should also pay attention to the rules of coexistence.

In addition to the penalties provided by the municipal legislation, they can also be punished by the administrator of the place where they live.

And if you are feeling uncomfortable, you can sue the liquidator or the administration to keep your peace and quiet in your home!

The rules are written with the goal of providing the best quality of life for all tenants.

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