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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Noise is presumed unreasonably loud or raucous if plainly audible at 50 feet from the property line. Amplified sound exceeding 55 dBA is unlawful."
AI Executive Summary
Peoria, AZ noise ordinances, codified in Chapter 13, prohibit excessive and unreasonably loud noise that disturbs peace. Restrictions include quiet hours for yelling, shouting, amplified sound, and commercial activities near residential areas, generally from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. on weekdays, extending later on weekends for some activities. Penalties can reach $2,500 and/or jail time.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Construction/repair work in residential zones: April 2nd to September 29th, not before 6:00 a.m. and stopping by 7:00 p.m. September 30th to April 1st, not before 7:00 a.m. and stopping by 7:00 p.m. Concrete pouring has specific hours: 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (April 2nd-Sept 29th) and 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Sept 30th-April 1st). Work in commercial/industrial zones (not within 500 ft of residential): not before 5:00 a.m. and stopping by 7:00 p.m. Permits can allow different times or higher noise levels.
Amplified Sound
Unlawful if creating excessive, unreasonably loud, or raucous noise, or plainly audible at 50 feet. Noise level should not exceed 55 dBA. Restricted between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. on weekdays, and 11:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekends and holidays in residential or noise-sensitive areas, or in public spaces if plainly audible across property line.
Animals
Animals, livestock, and poultry are allowed as long as they do not cause a public nuisance due to noise. Excessive and unreasonable barking by dogs is a violation.
Vehicles
Repair, rebuilding, or testing of motor vehicles in residentially zoned areas is unlawful between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. if it creates excessive/offensive noise or exceeds 55 dBA at the residential property line. Commercial vehicles (tractors, semi-trailers, buses) cannot be parked on residential property or right-of-way, except for loading/unloading.
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