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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Limits apply to sound discernible beyond property lines where the sound is received. Daytime hours are 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; nighttime hours are 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m."
AI Executive Summary
Waco, TX noise ordinances, outlined in Article VII of the City's Code, prohibit sound discernible beyond property lines that exceeds specific decibel limits. Residential properties face limits of 85 dB(A) during the day and 80 dB(A) at night. Nonresidential properties maintain an 85 dB(A) limit at all times.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Construction, demolition, alteration, or repair work is permitted between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., provided the sound does not exceed 85 dB(A) when measured from the nearest residential property.
Amplified Sound
The production or reproduction of sound from amplification equipment in or on a motor vehicle is prohibited if it exceeds the established decibel limits or is unreasonably loud, irritating, or disturbing, unless permitted by a specific permit (section 13-243).
Animals
Keeping any animal that barks, whines, howls, crows, cackles, or makes any noise excessively and continuously, disturbing a person of ordinary sensibilities, is prohibited as a sound nuisance, irrespective of decibel levels.
Vehicles
Operating a vehicle so out of repair, loaded, or in a manner that creates loud and unreasonable grating, grinding, rattling, or other sounds is prohibited. Willfully causing a vehicle to 'dig out' or make unnecessary noise by spinning or sliding wheels is also unlawful. The use of engine-exhaust braking systems is prohibited within city limits.
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