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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"The ordinance does not typically include specific prohibited decibel levels, focusing instead on the creation of a 'disturbance'."
AI Executive Summary
McAllen, TX noise ordinances, under Chapter 46, Article V of the City Code, generally prohibit creating a "disturbance" that offends the hearing sensibilities of an ordinary person. Specific prohibitions include loud amplified sound, unmuffled lawnmowers (with quiet hours 10 PM - 7 AM), fireworks, vehicle backfiring/skidding, and unnecessary horn-sounding. The ordinance also prohibits screaming, shouting, hollering, or yelling.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Using an unmuffled internal combustion motor on any lawn mower is prohibited. Operating an internal combustion motor-driven lawn mower is prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. General construction hours are not explicitly detailed in the found ordinance.
Amplified Sound
It is unlawful to create a disturbance by operating a radio, jukebox, phonograph, musical instrument, orchestra, public address system, or other means. Operating a device emitting amplified music at the Palmer Pavilion (301 East Hackberry) is specifically prohibited. The ordinance also prohibits screaming, shouting, hollering, yelling, and the use of voice amplification devices if not reasonably necessary.
Animals
It is unlawful for dogs to 'run at large' within city limits. Any dog not on its owner's property and not on a leash will be impounded. Specific noise restrictions for animals (e.g., barking) beyond the general 'disturbance' clause are not detailed.
Vehicles
Wilfully causing the backfire of a motor vehicle or testing brakes by causing tire skidding is prohibited. Sounding a motor vehicle horn other than as a warning device is also prohibited. Residents are reminded to limit honking and noise near residential areas.
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