Conflict over noise in the city: the issue of motor vehicle noise in the city

The proposed research project focuses on investigating the growing problem of motor vehicle noise in urban environments, particularly how it affects residents’ physical and mental health, overall well-being, and willingness to live in densely populated areas. Through a combination of analysis methods involving interviews and fieldwork observations, the project will explore how residents experience and respond to noise from cars, motorcycles, and modified vehicles. It will also include the study of car and motorcycle enthusiasts’ behavior and their perception of the noise they generate, as well as the examination of existing motor vehicle noise regulations and policies in the Toronto Metropolitan Area. The project will provide a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted issue of motor vehicle noise in the city and its multidimensional impacts. It also aims to improve the quality of life in urban centers by offering evidence-based recommendations to address noise problems. The research will contribute to academic discourse, as the findings may serve as a foundation for future research by providing a framework for studying noise pollution across various contexts. The generated knowledge is relevant to Ukraine, considering the persistent problems of noise-related issues associated with warfare, making this project highly valuable for both Canada and Ukraine.

Faculty Supervisor:

Jan Doering

Student:

Partner:

National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Life Sciences (not health); Public Service, Policy, and Governance; Other

University:

University of Toronto

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