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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Noise levels shall not exceed 50 decibels (DBA) during restricted hours, measured at 50 feet from the source or nearest lot line. Unreasonable and excessive noise over 60 dBA, measured at 50 feet, has been identified as a general nuisance threshold in a recent ordinance discussion. Electronically amplified sound systems in vehicles are restricted if clearly audible at 50 feet between 7 AM and 10 PM, or 25 feet between 10 PM and 7 AM."
AI Executive Summary
Brockton, MA's Noise Control Ordinance prohibits loud, unnecessary, or unusual sounds that disturb residents' comfort, health, peace, and safety. It establishes specific quiet hours and maximum decibel levels, with general restrictions against public nuisance noise. The ordinance aims to minimize exposure to harmful excessive noise.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Noise from necessary permitted or emergency excavations and/or repairs of streets/highways by or on behalf of the City, County, and State are exempt at any time. Necessary excavations for and/or construction of approved building projects are generally allowed during daylight hours.
Amplified Sound
The use or playing of radio, television, phonograph, musical instruments, or any electronically produced/amplified sound exceeding 75 dBA between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM, heard more than 100 feet from the property line, is unlawful. Electronically amplified sound systems in vehicles are restricted if clearly audible at a distance of 50 feet between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM, or 25 feet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Animals
Animal and bird noises are generally exempt from the general noise restrictions. Specific noise restrictions related to animals are not detailed within the provided noise ordinance snippets, but Animal Control enforces a Dog Control By-Law.
Vehicles
Operating an electronically amplified sound system in or about a vehicle is prohibited if clearly audible at 50 feet during 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, or at 25 feet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
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