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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"The City of Chandler's general noise ordinance prohibits 'disturbing or unreasonably loud noise' without specifying decibel limits for residential or commercial areas. However, for buildings in high noise areas (like near airports), a noise level reduction (NLR) of 25 decibels is required to achieve a maximum interior noise level of 45 decibels."
AI Executive Summary
Chandler, AZ noise ordinances, specifically Chapter 11, Section 11-10, prohibit disturbing or unreasonably loud noises impacting neighborhood peace. This includes loud vehicles, animal nuisances, and amplified sound. Construction near residential areas has restricted hours: weekdays 5 AM-10 PM, weekends/holidays 7 AM-7 PM. Violations are addressed by Code Enforcement and Police.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Construction work or pouring concrete within 500 feet of a residential property is prohibited on weekdays from 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM, and on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Construction work in a public place or right-of-way within 500 feet of a residential property may have extended hours if an encroachment permit is obtained.
Amplified Sound
No amplified musical system shall make noise or music which disturbs the peace or quiet of any neighborhood or causes discomfort or annoyance to any reasonable person. Peddlers and vendors selling food and drink in residential areas are prohibited from using bells, chimes, or amplified musical systems for advertising purposes between 8:00 PM and 9:00 AM, and between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
Animals
Keeping, harboring, or having custody within the City any dog which barks, howls, or makes noises by day or night that disturbs the peace and quiet of any person or family in the neighborhood is prohibited.
Vehicles
Prohibits operating any vehicle at such a speed on a curve or turn, or accelerating/decelerating in a manner that creates loud and unnecessary noise from squealing tires. Improper sounding of horns and noise from exhaust systems not constructed to prevent disturbing or unreasonably loud noise are also prohibited. Revving the engine of a stationary motor vehicle, except for repair, adjustment, or testing during reasonable hours, is unlawful. The use of recreational vehicles producing offensive noise or airborne dust is considered a public nuisance.
Parties/Gatherings
No person shall knowingly congregate or participate in any party or gathering of two or more people from which noise emanates of sufficient volume or nature to reasonably disturb the peace, quiet, or repose of other persons. A Police Officer may order all persons present (other than owners or tenants) to immediately disperse.
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