Home and neighborhood
Who handles a noise complaint about a neighbor?
Who handles it
Your local government handles noise complaints, often through the police non-emergency line or a 311 service where one exists.
- Not Federal
- State
- Local
Facts checked November 5, 2026 · 3 sources
Why state and local government
The federal government closed its noise office and left noise issues to state and local governments.
What to do next
- If anyone is in danger, call 911.
- For noise alone, call your local police non-emergency number, not 911. To find it, search online for your area’s emergency communications center non-emergency number.
- If your community has 311, you can use it for non-emergency calls to police.
In your state
Find your state’s official offices on our state pages.
What varies
Noise rules are set by state and local governments, so they differ by place.
Learn the background: What is the difference between a county, a city, a township and a school district?
Sources
Official recordEPA: Clean Air Act Title IV - Noise Pollution
Official recordFCC: 911 and E911 Services
Official record911.gov: FAQ About Calling 911