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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Akron's city ordinances focus on 'unnecessary noise' and 'annoyance to persons of ordinary sensibilities' rather than specific decibel limits. Summit County's Noise Nuisance Code (Ordinance 509.08), applicable to the broader county, provides recommended maximum noise levels of 65 dBA during the day and 55 dBA at night for residential areas."
AI Executive Summary
Akron, OH noise ordinances, under Chapters 132.15 and 132.16, prohibit noisy advertising, unnecessary machinery noise, and any noise-producing instrument or amplified sound that disturbs peace or creates a nuisance. Specifically, amplified sound is prima facie unlawful in residential areas between 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. if audible over eighty feet from the property line.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Construction sounds are exempt from Summit County's noise nuisance regulations between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Amplified Sound
Unlawful on private property between 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. in predominantly residential areas or U-1/U-2 zoned properties if audible more than eighty feet from the property line. Also unlawful on a street, highway, or public right-of-way if audible one hundred feet from the device.
Animals
The 3-1-1 service handles 'Barking or Nuisance Complaint' calls. Disturbing the peace by noises is generally prohibited. Summit County Animal Services addresses domestic animal issues.
Vehicles
No person shall operate any motor vehicle or motorcycle emitting a sound exceeding ninety decibels as measured from a point not less than twenty feet from the vehicle. Ohio state law also mandates mufflers and sets maximum decibel limits for passenger cars and motorcycles based on speed.
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