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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Decibel limits for general noise are not explicitly stated, rather based on 'unreasonably loud and/or raucous noise' disturbing 'ordinary sensibilities'."
AI Executive Summary
Columbus, OH noise ordinances (Columbus City Codes Section 2329.11) prohibit unreasonably loud or raucous noise disturbing ordinary sensibilities. Specific rules apply to residential areas, including amplified sound not heard 50 feet away and maintaining an average hourly maximum sound level below 60 dB from 10 PM to 7 AM. Violations are misdemeanors, with increased penalties for repeat offenses.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Permitted between 7 AM and 10 PM.
Amplified Sound
In residential zones, sound amplification systems should not be heard 50 feet beyond the property line. An average hourly maximum sound level should not exceed 60 dB from 10 PM to 7 AM.
Animals
Loud animals are regulated, contributing to prohibited noise.
Vehicles
The ordinance regulates 'loud animals, vehicles, construction equipment, loudspeakers and musical instruments'.
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