Phoenix, AZ
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Phoenix, AZ.
Ordinance Summary
Phoenix, AZ noise ordinances, primarily found in Chapter 23, Article II of the City Code, aim to prevent loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noises. The regulations include quiet hours for residential areas from 10 PM to 7 AM, specific construction limitations, and prohibitions against excessive amplified sound and disruptive animal noises. Violations, especially for loud parties, can incur police response fees.
Quiet Hours
10PM-7AM
Police Non-Emergency
602-262-6151Decibel Limits
"These decibel limits apply to agricultural and residential properties."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
General construction, excavation, demolition, alteration, or repair of any building within 500 feet of an inhabited structure is restricted. From May 1 to October 15, hours are Monday-Friday 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with concrete pouring allowed one hour prior. From October 16 to April 30, hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Permits may be granted for urgent necessity.
Playing any radio, phonograph, or other musical instrument between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM in a manner or volume that disturbs the quiet, comfort, or repose of persons in residences or offices is prohibited. The use of drums, loudspeakers, or other devices to attract attention through noise is also restricted. Any noise from a radio, tape player, or television outdoors on public property audible 100 feet away is prohibited.
The keeping of any animal, bird, or fowl which, by causing frequent or long-continued noise, disturbs the comfort or repose of any person in the vicinity is prohibited. Complaints regarding barking dogs can be made to the Barking Dog Hotline.
Operating any automobile, truck, bus, motorcycle, or other vehicle so out of repair, loaded, or used in such a manner as to create loud and unnecessary grating, grinding, rattling, or other noise is unlawful. Factors like squealing tires, speeding, and numerous vehicles causing traffic hazards or blocking driveways can contribute to loud party violations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
10PM-7AM.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 602-262-6151.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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