Kailua's quiet hours: 10PM-7AM. During these hours, noise must stay below residential nighttime decibel limits at the property line. Violations can result in fines on the first offense.

Kailua's residential noise limits: 55 dBA (7AM-10PM) dB(A) during the day and 45 dBA (10PM-7AM) dB(A) at night. Commercial zones allow 60 dBA (7AM-10PM). Limits are measured at the receiving property line.

Call the Kailua police non-emergency line at (808) 529-3111. For ongoing violations, contact code enforcement at (808) 768-8116. Have the address, noise type, and duration ready. You can request to remain anonymous.

Kailua's noise violation penalties: Violation of noise control ordinances (e.g., Revised Ordinances of Honolulu, Article 31) can result in a citation. Arrest may occur if the alleged violator refuses to provide their name and address or ceases the illegal activity after being cited. For liquor establishments, illegal or disturbing noise may lead to a warning, fine, license suspension, or license revocation.. Fines typically escalate with repeat offenses and may result in misdemeanor charges for chronic violations.

Kailua's rules: Animal nuisance noise on Oahu, including barking, whining, howling, crowing, or other unreasonable noises, is covered by the Revised Ordinances of Honolulu, Chapter 12 'Animal Nuisances.' Such noise is unlawful if it occurs continuously for 10 minutes or intermittently for 30 minutes or more to the disturbance of any person. Complaints are directed to the Honolulu Police Department.. To report a barking dog, contact animal control at (808) 356-2250 or the police non-emergency line.

Kailua's construction noise rules: Construction noise cannot exceed 55 dBA during daytime hours (7:00 AM to 10:00 PM) and 45 dBA during nighttime hours (10:00 PM to 7:00 AM) in residential zones. For Class B (mixed-use and commercial) zones, limits are 60 dBA daytime and 50 dBA nighttime. General construction/demolition in residential zones is addressed by Ordinance 23-7, with activities typically between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Projects exceeding maximum permissible sound levels outside of 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, or 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturdays, or anytime Sundays/holidays require an approved Community Noise Variance.. Violations can be reported to code enforcement, which can issue stop-work orders for unpermitted or off-hours construction.

Yes. Kailua's ordinance: It is unlawful to play, use, or operate any radio, tape recorder, cassette player, or other sound-reproducing device on public property or in a motor vehicle on public space if the sound is audible at a distance of 30 feet from the device. A permit from the City & County of Honolulu, Department of Parks & Recreation, is required for musical instruments, amplified music, or loudspeakers in public parks. Use of sound amplifying devices in public buildings requires prior written approval.. Music exceeding residential decibel limits or plainly audible across property lines during quiet hours is a citable violation.