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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Decibel limits are primarily for amplified sound, measured from the property boundary line. Nonresidential districts within 250 feet of a residential district follow residential rules."
AI Executive Summary
Saratoga Springs, NY, noise ordinances, primarily Chapter 148 of the City Code, prohibit unreasonable noise, defining specific acts as violations. General quiet hours are between 11 PM and 7 AM. Decibel limits are primarily specified for amplified sound, with stricter rules for residential areas and nighttime hours, alongside specific restrictions for construction operations and penalties for violations.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
General construction operations are prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM, except for emergencies. Additionally, on the southern side of 5th Avenue (between 56 Fifth Avenue and 130 Fifth Avenue), construction generating 60 dBA or greater is restricted between 7 AM and 10:30 AM from April 1 to October 31.
Amplified Sound
In residential areas, amplified sound generating 60 dBA/70 dbC or greater is prohibited between 11 PM and 7 AM. In nonresidential areas (or within 250 feet of residential), amplified sound exceeding 90 dBA/95 dbC is prohibited between 8 AM and 1 AM. From 12 AM (1 AM Sunday) to 8 AM, amplified sound clearly and distinctly heard outside is prohibited.
Animals
Not specifically detailed with decibel limits or quiet hours beyond being covered under the general 'unreasonable noise' definition.
Vehicles
Not specifically detailed with decibel limits or quiet hours beyond being covered under the general 'unreasonable noise' definition.
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