Montreal to Revise Noise Bylaws to Save Music Venues After La Tulipe Closure

The city aims to exempt concert halls from strict noise regulations following a court ruling that forced La Tulipe to shut down.

Montreal will modify noise bylaws to protect music venues, bars, and restaurants from stringent noise complaints.
The change follows a Quebec Court of Appeal decision that ordered La Tulipe to prevent any noise from reaching a neighboring condo, leading to its closure.
The current bylaw, Section 9, was originally intended for residential noise disputes but was applied to La Tulipe, causing controversy.
The city will expand a financial support program for soundproofing to include larger venues starting in October.
The bylaw modification may not reverse the court's decision against La Tulipe, but aims to prevent similar issues for other venues in the future.