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Step 1 of 3Aspen, CO
Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Specific maximum permissible sound pressure levels are outlined in Table 1 of the ordinance, but the values are not provided in the search results. Special events have specific limits: private events 80 dBA (9 AM - 8 PM), public events 100 dBA (9 AM - 9 PM)."
AI Executive Summary
Aspen, CO's noise ordinance, Title 18 - Noise Abatement, regulates sound to protect public peace and welfare. It establishes quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM daily. Construction is restricted, and gas-powered leaf blowers are banned. Violations can result in fines and other penalties. Special events have specific amplified sound limits.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Construction and demolition activities are limited to Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM, and Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. No construction is permitted on Sundays or Federal holidays.
Amplified Sound
For private events, amplified noise is restricted between 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM with a maximum of 80 dBA at the perimeter. For public events, amplified noise is restricted between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM with a maximum of 100 dBA at the perimeter. Neighbors within 250 feet must be notified seven days prior to the event.
Animals
Barking dogs are prohibited and considered a code violation. Dogs are prohibited in Aspen Village per Pitkin County Resolution #165-2000.
Vehicles
Intentional sounding of a vehicle horn continuously or intermittently, except as an emergency warning device, is prohibited. Repair, rebuilding, or testing of any motor vehicle during nighttime (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM) is prohibited. Motor vehicles must not exceed specified noise limits, and the use of dynamic braking devices (Jake Brakes) is regulated.
Leaf Blowers
The use of gas-powered leaf blowers has been banned in Aspen since 2003; only electric-powered leaf blowers are allowed.
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