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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"The Gresham Noise Control Code primarily uses a 'plainly audible' standard at specified distances rather than explicit decibel limits for sound. For instance, sounds are prohibited if 'plainly audible' between 7 AM and 10 PM at 100 feet, or at 50 feet on a public right-of-way. Vibration limits in VdB are specified for different property categories."
AI Executive Summary
Gresham, OR's Noise Control Code, Article 7.20 of the Gresham Revised Code, prohibits sounds "plainly audible" at specified distances during certain hours. General quiet hours are from 10 PM to 7 AM, with specific regulations for construction, amplified sound, and vehicle noise. Violations may lead to fines up to $1,000, and motor vehicle noise violations can incur fines up to $500 or jail time.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Sounds from industrial, agricultural, or construction activities are permitted between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM. Blasting activities require a permit and are restricted to 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays.
Amplified Sound
Plainly audible spoken speech, music, or mechanical/electronic noise is prohibited between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM if audible at 100 feet from the source, or at 50 feet on a public right-of-way.
Animals
Unattended barking dogs at rental properties are prohibited by City of Gresham Revised code. For barking dog complaints, residents are advised to contact Multnomah County Animal Control.
Vehicles
Motor vehicles must have a muffler in good working order. Operating a vehicle to cause tire squealing, except for emergency braking, is prohibited. Motor vehicle noise levels on public rights-of-way or public places must not exceed maximum permissible sound levels.
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