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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Residential limits are from Aurora's Unified Development Ordinance Section 4.4.8. Commercial limits are based on Colorado Noise Statute 25-12-103 if no specific local commercial limits are found."
AI Executive Summary
Aurora, CO noise ordinances, established in City Code Chapter 94, Section 94-107, and Unified Development Ordinance Section 4.4.8, prohibit unreasonably loud or unusual noise that seriously inconveniences others. Residential areas must not exceed 55 dBA during the day (7 AM-9 PM) and 45 dBA at night (9 PM-7 AM). Restrictions also cover amplified sound and construction activities.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Construction noise is subject to the standards applicable to the I-2 district from 7 AM to 5 PM, I-1 district from 5 PM to 9 PM, and standards based on adjacent land uses between 9 PM and 7 AM. Construction projects are generally subject to industrial zone noise limits for the duration of the permit.
Amplified Sound
Using or operating any loudspeaker, public address system, or similar device between 10 PM and 7 AM is prohibited if it creates a noise disturbance to a residential real property boundary, unless authorized by a temporary permit.
Animals
Excessive noise from animals, such as barking dogs, is considered a public nuisance. Complaints may lead to a written warning and potential summons if not resolved.
Vehicles
It is unlawful to make unnecessary noise with a vehicle within 150 feet of any hospital, institution for the sick, or school during school hours. Idling of stationary diesel fuel burning vehicles between 10 PM and 7 AM causing a noise disturbance to a residential property boundary is prohibited, with exceptions for certain vehicles.
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