What is the residential decibel limit in Peoria, AZ?

Daytime limit: Not specified (plainly audible at 50 feet is the standard). Nighttime limit: Not specified (plainly audible at 50 feet is the standard). Unreasonably loud noise is presumed if plainly audible at a distance of 50 feet from the property line. Interior noise level for new residential buildings must not exceed 45 dBA due to sound attenuation requirements. Sound amplifying equipment and vehicular repairs in residential zones have a 55 dBA limit.

Who do I call for a noise complaint in Peoria, AZ?

For non-emergencies, contact the police at 623-773-8311. For code violations, contact Code Enforcement at 623-773-7226 (24-hour complaint line), 623-773-7162 (general inquiries).

Peoria, AZ Noise Ordinance

Quiet Hours: Weekdays: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM (general residential noise, yelling), 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM (commercial adjacent to residential, loading/unloading, vehicular repairs). Weekends: 11:00 PM - 8:00 AM (commercial adjacent to residential, loading/unloading).

Residential Decibel Limit: Not specified (plainly audible at 50 feet is the standard) (Day) / Not specified (plainly audible at 50 feet is the standard) (Night)

Summary: Peoria, AZ noise ordinances, found in Chapter 13, Article III of the City Code, prohibit unreasonably loud noise, defined as plainly audible 50 feet from the source. Quiet hours for general noise and yelling in residential areas are 10 PM to 6 AM. Commercial establishments adjacent to residential properties have quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM on weekdays and 11 PM to 8 AM on weekends.

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