Springfield, MA
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Springfield, MA.
Ordinance Summary
Springfield, MA noise ordinances, particularly Chapter 259: Noise, prohibit unreasonable noise in residential areas. Specific restrictions include construction activities limited to weekdays from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and outdoor power equipment like lawn mowers restricted to weekdays 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM and weekends/holidays 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM. Violations can lead to arrests and criminal complaints for disturbing the peace.
Quiet Hours
Generally, 9:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with specific hours for construction and outdoor power equipment.
Police Non-Emergency
(413) 787-6300Decibel Limits
"The ordinance does not specify explicit decibel limits."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Erection, demolition, alteration, or repair of any building and excavation in regard thereto is prohibited except between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM on weekdays. This noise should not be plainly audible at a distance of 100 feet from the lot line. Exceptions are made for public safety/welfare with a permit or emergency work.
The ordinance prohibits 'unreasonable noise' in residential areas, which would include amplified sound, but no specific hours are detailed.
The ordinance prohibits 'unreasonable noise,' which could apply to animals, but no specific animal-related noise hours or limits are detailed.
The ordinance prohibits 'unreasonable noise,' which could apply to vehicles, but no specific vehicle-related noise hours or limits are detailed.
Power lawn mowers, hedge clippers, power saws, and similar implements (except snow blowers) may only be operated between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM on weekdays, and between 9:00 AM and 9:30 PM on Saturdays, Sundays, and state/federal holidays. Such equipment's noise should not be plainly audible at a distance of 50 feet. Snow blowers are permitted between 5:00 AM and 12:01 AM on the day of a snow storm or emergency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
Generally, 9:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with specific hours for construction and outdoor power equipment..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: (413) 787-6300.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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