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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Nashua's ordinances do not explicitly state decibel limits for general noise. Some building codes reference noise level reduction (NLR) for building design, not noise emission limits."
AI Executive Summary
Nashua, NH noise ordinances (Chapter 201, Noise, and Chapter 128, Construction and Demolition Work) prohibit unreasonable and excessive noise. General quiet hours for disturbances like yelling on public streets are 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Construction and demolition are restricted from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. weekdays, and 7:00 p.m. Saturday to 8:00 a.m. Sunday and holidays. Violations incur fines starting at $100.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
No construction or demolition in any residential zone, or within 600 feet of any dwelling unit, between 8:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Sunday through Friday, and between 7:00 p.m. Saturday and 8:00 a.m. Sunday and holidays, except for emergency work.
Amplified Sound
Operating an electrically amplified sound system in or on a motor vehicle is prohibited if clearly audible more than 50 feet (15 meters) away. Operating any electronic device (radio, stereo, loudspeakers, etc.) to produce or amplify sound in a manner that disturbs the peace and comfort of neighboring premises is prohibited; audibility at 50 feet is prima facie evidence of a violation.
Animals
The Animal Control Officer (ACO) can advise on nuisance pets, such as continuously barking dogs, and can file a complaint if necessary. Dogs are not permitted to run at large and must be on a leash or under other physical restraint when off the owner's premises.
Vehicles
Operating a motor vehicle to make loud, unusual, or unnecessary noise is prohibited, including misuse of power/braking exceeding tire traction limits, rapid acceleration/deceleration, racing engines, and using a straight pipe exhaust system. Sounding a horn is prohibited except as a danger warning or for an unreasonable period.
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