Montgomery, AL
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Montgomery, AL.
Ordinance Summary
Montgomery, AL noise ordinances, specifically Section 18-175, prohibit unreasonable or loud sounds, deeming as a nuisance amplified sound plainly audible at 25 feet from vehicles, pedestrians, businesses, or residences. Operation of lawn equipment in residential areas is unlawful before 7 a.m. and after 8 p.m.
Quiet Hours
Not specified for general noise; specific restrictions apply to certain activities.
Police Non-Emergency
334-625-2651Decibel Limits
"The ordinance primarily focuses on the 'plainly audible' standard rather than specific decibel limits."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction activity and equipment operation are permitted between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on residential, commercial, industrial, or public premises.
Operating or playing any radio, stereo system, musical instrument, or similar device from a motor vehicle or by a pedestrian is unlawful if plainly audible at a distance of 25 feet. Similarly, operating such devices from a business or residence is unlawful if plainly audible at 25 feet to any person inside a commercial, residential, multifamily dwelling, or public place.
While 'barking dog' is listed as an example of a non-emergency incident to report to the police, specific ordinance details regarding animal noise beyond this general reporting are not explicitly provided in the available snippets for Montgomery, AL. Animal control for stray animals is handled by the Montgomery Humane Society.
Operating or playing any radio, stereo system, musical instrument, or similar device from a motor vehicle is unlawful if plainly audible at a distance of 25 feet. It is also unlawful to idle or leave motor vehicles. Racing cars on the street can be reported to the Montgomery Police Department.
It is unlawful to operate lawn equipment (including weed trimmers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, mowers, and blowers) before 7 a.m. and after 8 p.m. in all residential areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
Not specified for general noise; specific restrictions apply to certain activities..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 334-625-2651.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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