Burlington's quiet hours: 10PM-7AM. During these hours, noise must stay below residential nighttime decibel limits at the property line. Violations can result in fines on the first offense.

Burlington's residential noise limits: Not specified dB(A) during the day and Not specified dB(A) at night. Commercial zones allow Not specified. Limits are measured at the receiving property line.

Call the Burlington police non-emergency line at (802) 658-2704. For ongoing violations, contact code enforcement at (802) 863-0442. Have the address, noise type, and duration ready. You can request to remain anonymous.

Burlington's noise violation penalties: For general noise violations (excluding parties): A first offense carries a minimum $200 fine for an uncontested ticket, up to $500 if contested. A second offense within 24 months incurs a minimum $300 fine for an uncontested ticket, up to $500 if contested. Third and subsequent offenses are criminal proceedings with a $500 fine. For party or social gathering noise violations: A first offense results in a minimum $300 fine plus 3 hours in a restorative justice program for an uncontested ticket. A second offense within 24 months results in a minimum $400 fine plus 3 hours in a restorative justice program for an uncontested ticket. Judges may impose higher fines and community service for contested violations.. Fines typically escalate with repeat offenses and may result in misdemeanor charges for chronic violations.

Burlington's rules: It is unlawful to permit an animal, such as a dog or cat, to bark, whine, howl, cry, or make other noises in an excessive and continuous fashion that disturbs the peace and quiet of any other person.. To report a barking dog, contact animal control at (802) 658-2704 or the police non-emergency line.

Burlington's construction noise rules: Machinery, power equipment, and construction noise are prohibited between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM, with exemptions for approved emergency repair, utility work, snow removal equipment, and authorized municipal or educational institution events.. Violations can be reported to code enforcement, which can issue stop-work orders for unpermitted or off-hours construction.

Yes. Burlington's ordinance: Operating sound amplification equipment from a motor vehicle that is audible at 25 feet is unlawful. Radios, TVs, musical instruments, and similar devices cannot be played in an unreasonably loud manner, especially if plainly audible through walls between units, from another property, or from the street between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.. Music exceeding residential decibel limits or plainly audible across property lines during quiet hours is a citable violation.