Peoria, IL
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Peoria, IL.
Ordinance Summary
Peoria, IL noise ordinances prohibit noise pollution and nuisances, particularly sound emitted beyond property lines. The city defines daytime as 7 AM to 7 PM and nighttime as 7 PM to 7 AM. Specific decibel limits apply, such as 60 dBA for small wind energy systems. Violations can lead to fines, with a minimum of $500 for certain nighttime disturbances.
Quiet Hours
7PM-7AM
Police Non-Emergency
309-673-4521Decibel Limits
"The ordinance defines 'Daytime Hours' as 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., local time, and 'Nighttime Hours' as 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., local time. Small Wind Energy Conversion Systems (SWECS) must not exceed 60 dBA when measured from any property line. The ordinance refers to 'allowable octave band sound pressure level' for different districts, but specific general decibel limits for residential and commercial are not explicitly stated as single numbers in the provided search results. Measurement techniques are in substantial conformity with American National Standards Institute, Inc. standards."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Not specified
Amplifying equipment for mass gatherings must control noise levels at the site perimeter to no more than 70 decibels on the A scale of a sound level meter. Commercial advertising or public attraction using sound-producing devices is mentioned in relation to nuisance definitions.
No person shall own, possess, or harbor a nuisance animal, which includes causing a disturbance by excessive barking, caterwauling, or other noisemaking. It is also prohibited to permit a tethered dog to bark, whine, howl, or make excessive noises so as to cause a nuisance.
No person shall allow or cause the discharge into the open air of the exhaust of any steam engine, stationary internal combustion engine, motorboat, or motor vehicle, except through a muffler or other device which will effectively prevent loud or explosive noises therefrom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
7PM-7AM.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 309-673-4521.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
Noise Solutions for Peoria, IL
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