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Panama City Beach, FL
Noise Code

The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Panama City Beach, FL.

Ordinance Summary

Panama City Beach, FL noise ordinances, including Article VI of Chapter 16, regulate loud disturbances to maintain peace. These rules restrict amplified sound and construction during nighttime hours, from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Penalties for violations range from $500 for a first offense to $1,000 for subsequent infractions.

Quiet Hours

10PM-7AM

Police Non-Emergency

(850) 233-5000

Decibel Limits

Day
N/A
Night
N/A

"The Panama City Beach Code of Ordinances defines A-weighted and C-weighted sound levels and decibels, indicating sound measurement is used, but specific numerical decibel limits for different zones are not explicitly provided in the available search results."

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Specific Noise Restrictions

1
Construction

Operation of tools or equipment for construction, drilling, repair, alteration, or demolition work is prohibited between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. on weekdays, and between 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekends and holidays, if the sound creates a noise disturbance across a real property boundary. Variances may be granted for nighttime construction projects.

2
Amplified Sound

Amplified sound, loudspeakers, and public address systems are prohibited during nighttime hours (10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) without a Special Events permit. The Panama City Beach Code of Ordinances defines 'Amplified Sound' and 'Boom Car,' with restrictions on vehicles emitting sound beyond permissible limits.

3
Animals

Specific noise restrictions for general animal disturbances are not explicitly detailed. However, 'dogs on the beach' is an issue addressed by Code Enforcement.

4
Vehicles

'Boom Cars,' defined as personal or commercial vehicles with music amplification or reproduction equipment capable of emitting sound audible at distances exceeding permissible limits, are regulated under the noise ordinance.

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: (850) 233-5000.

Fines?

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

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