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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Decibel limits are specifically mentioned for businesses. The ordinance generally prohibits 'loud and raucous noise' disturbing the peace for all areas."
AI Executive Summary
Gulfport, MS, noise ordinances, primarily Sec. 7-10 of Chapter 7, Article I, prohibit loud and raucous noise disturbing public peace, including excessive animal and vehicle sounds. Construction and amplified sound near residences are generally restricted outside of 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Businesses must adhere to decibel limits: 65 dB until 11 p.m., then 55 dB. Violations are misdemeanors with fines up to $1,000 or 90 days imprisonment.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Construction and demolition activities with a building permit are exempt between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., provided mufflers are maintained. Construction/demolition in or adjacent to residential areas is prohibited outside of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on weekdays, unless an urgent necessity permit is obtained from the chief of police.
Amplified Sound
Operating sound equipment within 150 feet of a residence's property line is restricted to between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.. Sound equipment cannot emit loud and raucous noises that disturb peace or cause traffic congestion. Operation is prohibited within 150 feet of hospitals, schools in session, churches in use, or nursing homes. Businesses must operate under 65 decibels until 11 p.m., dropping to 55 decibels thereafter.
Animals
Keeping any fowl or animal that emits unreasonably loud and raucous noise is prohibited. It is unlawful for an owner to possess or harbor a dog that habitually and continuously whines, yells, howls, yelps, or barks excessively, disturbing the peace.
Vehicles
Using motor vehicles, motorcycles, or motorboats that are out of repair and emit loud, raucous, or rattling noises is prohibited. Exhaust must pass through an effective muffler. Use of bells, sirens, compression, or exhaust whistles is generally restricted to authorized emergency vehicles.
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