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Step 1 of 3Orlando, FL
Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Decibel limits are specified in Chart 1 of Chapter 42 for various property types and time periods. The Downtown Entertainment Area has distinct limits: 75 dBA / 80 dBC from 7 AM - 11:59 PM (weekdays) / 1:59 AM (weekends), and 70 dBA / 75 dBC from 12 AM - 7 AM (weekdays) / 2 AM - 7 AM (weekends)."
AI Executive Summary
Orlando, FL's noise ordinance, Chapter 42, regulates sound to protect public health and welfare, prohibiting unreasonably annoying or disturbing noises. Key restrictions include amplified sound outdoors between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. for residential properties, with special provisions for a Downtown Entertainment Area. Construction is generally permitted from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m..
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Temporary construction and maintenance activities are exempt from noise regulations between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., except on Sundays and federal holidays.
Amplified Sound
Outdoor use of loudspeakers or sound amplification devices on public or private property is prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.. In residential areas, sound plainly audible at 15 feet from the property line between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. is prima facie evidence of a violation. A permit is required for outdoor amplified sound, with specific exemptions and extended hours (7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. weekdays, 7:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. weekends) within the Downtown Entertainment Area. Amplified sound is also unlawful outdoors within 1,000 feet of schools, places of worship, hospitals, courts, or public transportation facilities during normal business hours without permission.
Animals
Unreasonably disturbing noise detrimental to comfort and repose is prohibited, which can include animal noise. Orange County Animal Services handles dog and cat-related ordinance violations.
Vehicles
Motor vehicles (automobiles, trucks, airplanes, motorcycles, railroads) are generally regulated by state and federal law and are exempt from Chapter 42. However, it is unlawful to create unreasonably disturbing noise from car sound amplification devices or handheld mobile electronic devices if it is detrimental to the comfort of individuals of ordinary sensibilities.
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