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Official Decibel Limits

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Residential Day
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Residential Night
50dB

"The ordinances refer to 'Table 1 of section 17-10' and 'Table 2' for maximum permissible sound levels by use occupancy, but these tables are not provided in the search results. Exceeding these levels by more than 15 dB(A) or dB in octave band measurement is prohibited. Motor vehicles have limits of 76-80 dB(A) for vehicles under 10,000 lbs and 91-95 dB(A) for those 10,000 lbs or more, measured at 25 feet, depending on speed limit. Motor boats are restricted from exceeding 86 dB(A) when measured at least 50 feet from the craft in residential or noise sensitive zones."

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High Point, NC noise ordinances, outlined primarily in Chapter 12, Article I, Section 12-1-10 "Offenses against public peace and order" and Chapter 17, Article II "Noise Control," prohibit unreasonably loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noises. These include excessive sound from radios and amplified devices, frequent animal noise, loud vehicle operation, and construction outside permitted hours.

Specific Noise Restrictions

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Construction

Operating tools for construction, drilling, repair, alteration, or demolition work is prohibited between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. on weekdays, and between 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekends or holidays, in or within 50 yards of any residential area or noise sensitive zone, unless by special permit or for emergency work.

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Amplified Sound

Playing radios, televisions, stereos, musical instruments, or other sound-producing/amplifying devices is prohibited between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. if the sound is audible at 30 feet or more from a dwelling's property line. Loudspeakers or amplifier systems are generally prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays and 10:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. on weekends and holidays in residential, commercial, or noise sensitive areas, unless by special permit for noncommercial public speaking or assembly. Loudspeakers for commercial purposes are generally prohibited if they annoy or disturb. Amplified sound audible in excess of 150 feet is restricted.

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Animals

Keeping any animal or bird that, by causing frequent or long-continued noise, disturbs the comfort and repose of any person in the vicinity, is prohibited. Excessive barking dogs are considered a violation of the noise ordinance, and animal control officers work with dog owners to address these issues.

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Vehicles

Creating unreasonably loud or unnecessary grating, grinding, rattling, or other noise from motor vehicles, or sounding horns unnecessarily, is prohibited. Sound-producing equipment in vehicles is prohibited if the sound or vibration is audible or felt at 30 feet or more. Loading and unloading vehicles is restricted between 7:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. on weekdays and 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekends or holidays in or within 50 yards of a residential area or noise sensitive zone. Motor boats exceeding 86 dB(A) when measured at 50 feet in residential or noise sensitive zones are also prohibited.

Noise Protection Score

CAverage

How well does High Point protect residents from noise?

Decibel Limits8/25

Qualitative standard

Quiet Hours20/25

Extensive coverage

Penalties13/25

Standard fines

Coverage25/25

4 noise categories regulated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the quiet hours in High Point, NC?

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High Point's quiet hours: For general sound-producing devices and amplified sound, 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. if audible 30 feet or more from property lines. Construction is restricted between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. on weekdays, and 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekends/holidays in or near residential areas. Loudspeakers are further restricted between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays and 10:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. on weekends/holidays in residential, commercial, or noise sensitive areas. Loading/unloading is restricted between 7:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. on weekdays and 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekends/holidays near residential areas.. During these hours, noise must stay below residential nighttime decibel limits at the property line. Violations can result in fines on the first offense.

What are the noise decibel limits in High Point?

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High Point's residential noise limits: Not specified dB(A) during the day and 50 dB(A) measured in an adjacent intrabuilding area between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays and 10:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. on weekends and holidays. dB(A) at night. Commercial zones allow Not specified. Limits are measured at the receiving property line.

How do I file a noise complaint in High Point?

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Call the High Point police non-emergency line at 336-883-3111. For ongoing violations, contact code enforcement at 336-883-3328. Have the address, noise type, and duration ready. You can request to remain anonymous.

What is the fine for a noise violation in High Point?

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High Point's noise violation penalties: Violations may lead to an order to correct the nuisance within a specified number of days. If the property owner fails to comply, the city may correct the violation and bill the owner for the costs incurred. The property owner has the right to appeal the decision. Specific fine amounts are not explicitly detailed in the provided information.. Fines typically escalate with repeat offenses and may result in misdemeanor charges for chronic violations.

What are the dog barking rules in High Point?

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High Point's rules: Keeping any animal or bird that, by causing frequent or long-continued noise, disturbs the comfort and repose of any person in the vicinity, is prohibited. Excessive barking dogs are considered a violation of the noise ordinance, and animal control officers work with dog owners to address these issues.. To report a barking dog, contact animal control at 336-883-3224 or the police non-emergency line.

When can construction work start in High Point?

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High Point's construction noise rules: Operating tools for construction, drilling, repair, alteration, or demolition work is prohibited between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. on weekdays, and between 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekends or holidays, in or within 50 yards of any residential area or noise sensitive zone, unless by special permit or for emergency work.. Violations can be reported to code enforcement, which can issue stop-work orders for unpermitted or off-hours construction.

Are there rules about loud music in High Point?

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Yes. High Point's ordinance: Playing radios, televisions, stereos, musical instruments, or other sound-producing/amplifying devices is prohibited between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. if the sound is audible at 30 feet or more from a dwelling's property line. Loudspeakers or amplifier systems are generally prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays and 10:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. on weekends and holidays in residential, commercial, or noise sensitive areas, unless by special permit for noncommercial public speaking or assembly. Loudspeakers for commercial purposes are generally prohibited if they annoy or disturb. Amplified sound audible in excess of 150 feet is restricted.. Music exceeding residential decibel limits or plainly audible across property lines during quiet hours is a citable violation.

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