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Clearwater, FL
Noise Code

The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Clearwater, FL.

Ordinance Summary

Clearwater, FL noise ordinances, under Section 3-1508 of the Community Development Code, prohibit "loud and raucous noise" detectable by ordinary senses at 100 feet or more from the source. Restrictions apply to construction and heavy equipment operations, generally limited to 7 AM-6 PM Monday through Saturday, and property maintenance and amplified sound at certain hours.

Quiet Hours

General 'loud and raucous noise' from yelling, shouting, whistling, or singing is prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM. Construction and demolition creating loud noise is restricted between 6 PM and 7 AM Monday through Saturday, and all day Sunday. Operation of heavy equipment is prohibited between 6 PM and 7 AM daily, and all day Sunday. Property maintenance equipment and commercial deliveries adjacent to residential properties are restricted between 9 PM and 7 AM.

Police Non-Emergency

727-562-4242

Decibel Limits

Day
N/A
Night
N/A

"Clearwater's noise ordinance primarily relies on a 'loud and raucous noise' standard audible at 100 feet, rather than specific decibel limits. Pinellas County (which includes Clearwater) has decibel limits for unincorporated areas, but Clearwater itself does not explicitly list them for enforcement within the city."

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Specific Noise Restrictions

1
Construction

The erection, excavation, demolition, alteration, or repair of any building creating a loud and raucous noise is prohibited other than between 7 AM and 6 PM Monday through Saturday, and at any time on Sunday, unless an emergency permit is granted. Operation of heavy equipment like pile drivers or steam shovels is prohibited between 6 PM and 7 AM daily, and all day Sunday.

2
Amplified Sound

Using, operating, or permitting any radio, amplifier, musical instrument, phonograph, music player, or other sound-producing device that emits speech or music, including rumbling or reverberating rhythmic bass sounds, that creates a loud and raucous noise audible at 100 feet or more is prohibited. Operation of sound trucks producing loud and raucous noise is also prohibited.

3
Animals

The keeping of any animal or bird that habitually makes a loud and raucous noise is prohibited.

4
Vehicles

Using any motor vehicle that is out of repair, so loaded, or operated in such a manner as to create loud grating, grinding, rattling, or other noise, or is not equipped with a muffler to prevent loud and raucous noise, is prohibited. The repeated sounding of any horn or signaling device to create a loud and raucous noise is also prohibited. Vehicles blaring music can be a source of noise complaints.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quiet Hours?

General 'loud and raucous noise' from yelling, shouting, whistling, or singing is prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM. Construction and demolition creating loud noise is restricted between 6 PM and 7 AM Monday through Saturday, and all day Sunday. Operation of heavy equipment is prohibited between 6 PM and 7 AM daily, and all day Sunday. Property maintenance equipment and commercial deliveries adjacent to residential properties are restricted between 9 PM and 7 AM..

Construction?

Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.

Who to call?

Use Non-Emergency Police: 727-562-4242.

Fines?

Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.

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