Dragging chairs, late night voices, and elevator rumbles are some of the most common quality of life issue in condominiums. Our Condominium lawyers were joined by Simon Edwards, Senior Acoustical Engineer at HGC Noise Vibration Acoustics for a practical session on the science, the strategy, and the law.
This presentation covered:
- Common sources of condo noise and vibration such as voices, music, furniture movement, elevators, HVAC, and gyms
- The difference between airborne and structure borne sound
- How to investigate complaints through logs, evidence collection, basic measurement, and expert involvement
- Practical solutions including flooring underlays, isolation mounts, and operational adjustments
- Communication and compliance strategies for boards and managers
- Recent Condominium Authority Tribunal and Court decision