Stamford, CT
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Stamford, CT.
Ordinance Summary
Stamford, CT's "City of Stamford Noise Control Ordinance" (Chapter 164) aims to protect residents from excessive sound. It defines quiet hours, restricts construction noise, and regulates amplified sound from vehicles. Violations can lead to significant hourly fines. Recent amendments address gas-powered leaf blowers and amplified vehicle speakers.
Quiet Hours
Nighttime hours are from 8:01 PM to 7:59 AM, Monday through Saturday. On Sundays and Federal holidays, nighttime hours are from 5:01 PM to 9:59 AM. Daytime hours are the periods outside these nighttime hours.
Police Non-Emergency
203-977-4444Decibel Limits
"No person shall emit noise exceeding background levels by five decibels, or exceed 80 decibels at any time. Impulse noise must not exceed 100 decibels at any time in any zone."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction and demolition activities are generally prohibited before 7:00 AM on Monday through Friday, before 8:00 AM on Saturday, and before 10:00 AM on Sunday.
No sound-amplifying devices on or within motor vehicles shall emit noise exceeding the specified noise levels. An ordinance prohibits unreasonable noise from external speakers attached to motor vehicles.
The Code of Ordinances references Chapter 111 for 'Dogs and other animals'. Animal Control investigates nuisance pet complaints.
Motor vehicles are subject to noise standards set forth in Sections 14-80a-1a through 14-80a-10a of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. Recreational vehicles are prohibited from creating unreasonably loud or disturbing noise exceeding established standards. An ordinance was recently passed to address excessively loud noise from external speaker systems attached to motor vehicles and motorized recreational vehicles.
Gas-powered leaf blowers are restricted to 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM on Monday through Friday, and 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. From October 1st to December 31st, they may be used during general daytime hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
Nighttime hours are from 8:01 PM to 7:59 AM, Monday through Saturday. On Sundays and Federal holidays, nighttime hours are from 5:01 PM to 9:59 AM. Daytime hours are the periods outside these nighttime hours..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 203-977-4444.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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