Juneau, AK
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Juneau, AK.
Ordinance Summary
Juneau, AK noise ordinances primarily prohibit "unreasonable noise" under the "Disturbing the Peace Ordinance 42.20.095", defining it as noise that unreasonably annoys, disturbs, injures, or endangers the comfort, health, peace, or safety of a reasonable person. Specific decibel limits are outlined for industrial activities adjacent to residential areas.
Quiet Hours
Not specified for general city-wide application; determined by "unreasonable noise" standard.
Police Non-Emergency
(907) 586-0600Decibel Limits
"For industrial activities adjoining a residential district, noise measured at the boundary line shall not exceed 55 dBA between 11:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., and 70 dBA at other hours. The general 'Disturbing the Peace' ordinance does not specify decibel limits, relying on a 'reasonable person' standard."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
General construction/demolition hours are not explicitly defined. The Building Official may revoke noise permits if construction activity results in unreasonable disturbance. Historically, there have been discussions about requiring public notice and written findings for construction noise permits.
Unreasonable amplified sound is prohibited under the Disturbing the Peace ordinance. In municipal parks, amplified sound permits are generally not approved between 8 p.m. and 10 a.m., with specific exceptions for certain parks and dates.
The City and Borough of Juneau code references "objectionable animals" and 'Roosters in certain areas' as a code compliance violation. Animal noise falls under the general 'unreasonable noise' standard of the Disturbing the Peace ordinance.
Vehicles must be equipped with a muffler or other effective noise-suppressing system, and noise from altered mufflers is subject to fines (e.g., $55.00 for 'Muffler—noise, fumes, altered').
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
Not specified for general city-wide application; determined by "unreasonable noise" standard..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: (907) 586-0600.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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