Aurora, IL
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Aurora, IL.
Ordinance Summary
Aurora, IL noise ordinances, specifically Article VIII, Noise Abatement of Chapter 29, prohibit unreasonably loud or raucous noise and those disturbing peace within city limits. Quiet hours for residential and adjacent business districts are generally 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.. Amplified sound heard 75 feet beyond property lines is restricted in residential areas.
Quiet Hours
10:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Residential and adjacent business districts)
Police Non-Emergency
(630) 256-5000Decibel Limits
"The ordinance frequently refers to sounds that can be 'heard seventy-five (75) feet beyond the property line' as a measure for prohibited noise, rather than specific decibel levels."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction, demolition, alteration, or repair of buildings, and excavation of streets/highways are prohibited outside of 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. on weekdays, and 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on weekends. This includes landscaping construction, but not maintenance. Exemptions exist for emergencies and governmental entities.
In all residential districts, electronically amplified sound may not be emitted from a property such that it can be heard seventy-five (75) feet beyond the property line from which the sound originates.
Unreasonably loud and raucous noise emitted by an animal or bird for which a person is responsible is prohibited. Barking dog complaints are handled by Animal Care & Control.
Sounds associated with the repairs of vehicles or engines are defined as 'noise' if they can be heard seventy-five (75) feet beyond the property line from which the sounds originate. There are no specific vehicle noise limits mentioned beyond this general definition and the broader prohibition against unreasonably loud noise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
10:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Residential and adjacent business districts).
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: (630) 256-5000.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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