What is the residential decibel limit in Dearborn, MI?

Daytime limit: 60 dB(A) (7:00 AM - 10:00 PM). Nighttime limit: Prohibited (noise disturbance 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM). The general noise limit during the day (7:00 AM to 10:00 PM) is 60 dB. For outdoor music in downtown districts, residential limits are 65 dB(A) during the day, 60 dB(A) for 'Night 1', and 55 dB(A) for 'Night 2'. Commercial limits in downtown for outdoor music are 65 dB(A) during the day. Any place of public entertainment with sound exceeding 95 dB(A) (e.g., loudspeakers, musical instruments, motorized racing vehicles) requires a conspicuous warning sign.

Who do I call for a noise complaint in Dearborn, MI?

For non-emergencies, contact the police at 313-943-2241. For code violations, contact Code Enforcement at 313-943-2150 (City Response Center for ordinance/property maintenance violations).

Dearborn, MI Noise Ordinance

Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM (general residential and commercial noise disturbance prohibition).

Residential Decibel Limit: 60 dB(A) (7:00 AM - 10:00 PM) (Day) / Prohibited (noise disturbance 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM) (Night)

Summary: Dearborn, MI noise ordinances, outlined in Chapter 13, Article II of the City's Code of Ordinances, generally prohibit creating noise disturbances across residential or commercial property lines between 10 PM and 7 AM. Specific restrictions are in place for construction activities, amplified sound, and certain recreational noises during these quiet hours. Decibel limits are specified for daytime and particular downtown areas.

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