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Step 1 of 3Brownsville, TX
Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"The ordinance states that sound from any source, other than a moving vehicular source within the public right-of-way, shall not exceed limits set forth in a table based on the zoning designation of the property where the sound is received. This table specifies maximum decibels from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. and from 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.. Moving vehicular sources within the public right-of-way should not exceed 80 dB(A). Vehicles with a manufacturer's gross weight rating of 10,000 pounds and above, operated on a prescribed truck route or elsewhere in the city between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, may not exceed 88 dB(A)."
AI Executive Summary
Brownsville, TX noise ordinances, outlined in Article III of the Code of Ordinances, prohibit unreasonable noise in public places or near private residences. The ordinance specifies decibel limits for moving vehicles and provides guidelines for construction activities and amplified sound, with enforcement handled by the Public Health Department and Police.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Sound from construction work with a building permit is allowed in industrial zoning districts from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for any type of work. Light construction work using only hand tools and power tools (not nail guns) with no more than five horsepower is permitted until 9:00 p.m.
Amplified Sound
Permits are required to use or operate any sound-amplifying device on a public street. [cite: 3 Previous Search Output] Section 46-79, which previously covered the use of sound amplifying equipment by businesses, has been repealed.
Animals
Animal Control handles violations of city ordinances pertaining to animals and animal nuisances. [cite: 7 Previous Search Output]
Vehicles
Sound from a moving vehicular source in the public right-of-way should not exceed 80 dB(A). For vehicles 10,000 pounds or more, operated on a truck route or elsewhere (Mon-Sat, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.), the limit is 88 dB(A). Trash pickup with compactors or trucks capable of raising and dumping dumpsters is prohibited in residential or business zones between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
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