Alarm Laws That Could Cost You | Leeds News

If you’re planning a summer getaway, beware: your home alarm could land you a £1,000 fine if it goes off while you’re away and no one’s there to shut it down. Under the Clean Neighbourhood and Environment Act 2005, local authorities can silence the alarm and bill you for the locksmith plus the penalty — especially if it blares for over 20 minutes straight or an hour total with breaks. The fix? Nominate a keyholder — someone with keys, nearby, and trained to silence the alarm — and notify your council within 28 days if you’re in a designated area. Skip this step, and you’re looking at a hefty fine. Plus, remember: noise laws are serious — a construction firm was fined £27,000 for noise breaches. Secure your home, and secure your peace of mind. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/918a450213c8a96c