Ann Arbor, MI
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Ann Arbor, MI.
Ordinance Summary
Ann Arbor, MI noise ordinances, under Chapter 119 - NOISE CONTROL, prohibit unreasonably loud, disturbing, or unnecessary noise. General quiet hours are 10 PM to 7 AM, restricting activities like power tool use and amplified sound. Decibel limits range from 55-70 dB(A) for residential and 75-80 dB(A) for commercial properties. Violations incur fines from $50 to $500, with potential community service for repeat offenses.
Quiet Hours
10PM-7AM
Police Non-Emergency
734-994-2911Decibel Limits
"Limits apply beyond the property line. Motor vehicle noise also has specific dB(A) limits based on vehicle type and speed."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction, repair, remodeling, demolition, drilling, wood cutting, and power equipment operation are prohibited between 8 PM and 7 AM Monday-Saturday, and at any time on Sunday or a legal holiday, unless specifically exempted. However, exempted construction work is allowed between 7 AM and 8 PM Monday-Saturday (excluding legal holidays) with a 105 dB(A) limit, and at residences between 9 AM and 6 PM on Sundays. A revised ordinance states such work is allowed between 8 AM and 8 PM with a 95 dB(A) limit, and this exemption applies on Sundays.
Operation of electronically amplified sound systems in motor vehicles that are clearly audible more than 50 feet from the vehicle is prohibited. Operation or use of any loudspeaker, sound amplifier, public address system, or similar device is prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM. Non-commercial amplified speech is generally exempted between 7 AM and 10 PM under certain conditions.
An animal making noise (e.g., barking or howling) frequently or for a continued duration that annoys, endangers, injures, or disturbs a person of normal sensitivities beyond the owner's property line is considered a noise nuisance, specifically prohibited after 10 PM and before 7 AM.
Operation of electronically amplified sound systems in motor vehicles audible more than 50 feet away is prohibited. Specific dB(A) limits apply to various types of motor vehicles based on speed. Vehicles must be equipped with functioning exhaust systems and mufflers; cutouts, bypasses, or amplifiers are prohibited.
Operation of power tools or equipment is specifically prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM if clearly audible beyond the property line.
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: 734-994-2911.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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