Noise Level Exemptions for Houtem Jaarmarkt Approved

The municipal college has granted temporary exemptions from noise regulations for the upcoming annual fair.

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Gemeente Sint-Lievens-Houtem

The college of Sint-Lievens-Houtem has granted permission for deviations from noise regulations during the upcoming Houtem Jaarmarkt, which will take place from Tuesday, November 10th to Thursday, November 12th.

The annual fair, known for the lowing of cows, neighing of horses, amusement rides, laughing children, music, and festivities, will benefit from relaxed noise rules this year. The college has approved these exemptions to facilitate the celebrations.
The specific noise level exemptions are set as follows:
Tuesday, November 10th: until 3 AM. After 3 AM, efforts will be made to keep noise and disturbance to a minimum.
Wednesday, November 11th: from 8 AM until 3 AM. After 3 AM, noise nuisance will also be minimized.
Thursday, November 12th: from 8 AM until 11 PM. After 11 PM, noise disturbance will be limited.
Based on information from the official source: Gemeente Sint-Lievens-Houtem (05/11/2026)