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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Industrial zones have limits of 70 dBA (day) and 66 dBA (night). These limits were updated in December 2025. If noise is 'plainly audible' from at least 100 feet away, a sound level reading is not required."
AI Executive Summary
Norwalk, CT noise ordinances, particularly Chapter 68, aim to protect public health and welfare by regulating noise levels. Residential zones have limits of 55 dBA during the day and 45 dBA at night. Commercial zones are restricted to 63 dBA, while industrial zones have limits of 70 dBA during the day and 66 dBA at night. Violations start at a $50 fine, with potential for higher penalties and permit revocation for repeat offenses.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
No construction equipment operation or demolition during nighttime hours, except for emergencies with a permit from the Director of Health (max three days). Blasting is prohibited between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. unless an emergency permit is granted. Generators on permitted construction sites cannot exceed 60 dBA at the property line during daytime and are prohibited during nighttime without a permit/variance. All motorized construction equipment must have a properly functioning muffler.
Amplified Sound
No sound-amplifying devices on or within motor vehicles shall emit noise in excess of specified noise levels.
Animals
The Animal Control Division enforces local laws concerning dogs, cats, and other animals. Dogs that create a nuisance are subject to laws and fines.
Vehicles
All motor vehicles are subject to the noise standards and decibel levels set forth in the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies (Sections 14-80a-1a through 14-80a-10a). No unreasonably loud or disturbing noise from recreational vehicles. Exhaust from motor vehicles must be discharged through an effective muffler or noise-reducing device.
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