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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Lawrence generally uses an 'ordinary person standard' for noise disturbance rather than specific decibel limits in its primary noise ordinance. Specific decibel limits may exist for certain zoning designations, referring to City Code Sections 46-191 and 7.08.002."
AI Executive Summary
Lawrence, KS noise ordinances, particularly Sections 14-413 and 14-414, prohibit any excessive, unreasonable, or unusually loud noise that disturbs the peace, health, or safety of persons with ordinary sensitivity. Ordinance 17-116.1 specifically addresses amplified sound from vehicles, making it unlawful if audible 50 feet or more away. The city also restricts noise from parties that disturb neighboring inhabitants.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Construction and demolition work audible at any property line is prohibited between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM Monday through Friday, and between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM Saturday through Sunday.
Amplified Sound
Operating a sound amplification system from within or upon a motor vehicle on any street, highway, alley, parking lot, or driveway so that the sound is audible at a distance of fifty (50) feet or more from the vehicle is unlawful.
Animals
Long-term barking, howling, or other animal sounds that are distracting and annoy neighbors are prohibited. Animals should not disturb the peace.
Vehicles
Operating vehicle sound amplification systems audible 50 feet or more away is prohibited.
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