Fort Collins, CO
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Fort Collins, CO.
Ordinance Summary
Fort Collins, CO, noise ordinances prohibit unreasonable noise that disturbs health, welfare, or enjoyment of property. Residential quiet hours are 8 PM to 7 AM, with decibel limits of 50 dB(A) at night and 55 dB(A) during the day. Specific rules cover construction, animal, and vehicle noise, with violations potentially leading to fines up to $3,000.
Quiet Hours
8PM-7AM
Police Non-Emergency
970-419-3273Decibel Limits
"Noise is measured at least 25 feet from the source or at the property boundary of the receiving land use. Measurements are not taken during wind speeds exceeding 15 mph. Pure tone noise limits are reduced by 5 dB(A)."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction or demolition activities are prohibited between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. unless a variance is granted.
The ordinance prohibits unreasonable noise, and specifically addresses the use of a stereo or audio system at an unreasonable volume level from vehicles. The city is currently reviewing and planning updates to its amplified sound regulations.
Fort Collins Municipal Code 4-94 prohibits any owner or keeper from permitting an animal to make unreasonable noise or disturb the peace through excessive, continuous, or untimely barking, whining, howling, yowling, or squawking.
Unreasonable noise from vehicles is prohibited, including loud mufflers, loud music, revving engines, unnecessary acceleration/deceleration, steering or turning, tire squeal, and vehicles with altered or defective exhaust systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
8PM-7AM.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 970-419-3273.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
Official Sources
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