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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
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AI Executive Summary
Miramar, FL noise ordinances, under Article V, prohibit unreasonably loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noises detrimental to public peace and welfare. This includes specific restrictions on yelling, shouting, amplified sound, and animal noises, particularly from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. for public street disturbances. Outdoor amusements are unlawful between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. if noise disturbs inhabitants.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
The ordinance implies businesses, which could include construction, are exempt from general noise prohibitions between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on weekdays without a special permit. Miami-Dade County (not Miramar specifically) prohibits construction noise near residences between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m.
Amplified Sound
Operating sound devices on vehicles or aircraft requires a permit from the city manager. Operating radios or other mechanical musical instruments in any place or premises also requires a permit. Outdoor amusements are unlawful between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. if noise disturbs residents. Florida state law prohibits vehicle sound from being plainly audible at 25 feet or more, or louder than necessary near residences, churches, schools, or hospitals.
Animals
Keeping any animal, bird, or fowl that causes frequent or long-continued noise disturbing the comfort or repose of any person in the vicinity is prohibited. Broward County ordinance also makes it unlawful for a cat or dog to habitually bark, howl, or whine. Miami-Dade County specifies frequent barking, howling, or squawking audible at 100 feet as a violation.
Vehicles
Using automobiles, motorcycles, or other vehicles that are out of repair, overloaded, or operated in a manner causing loud and unnecessary grating, grinding, rattling, or other noise is prohibited. Discharging exhaust not through a muffler is also unlawful. Operating sound devices on vehicles requires a permit. Florida Statute 316.3045 makes it unlawful for vehicle sound to be plainly audible at a distance of 25 feet or more, or louder than necessary near protected areas.
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