Sterling Heights, MI
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Sterling Heights, MI.
Ordinance Summary
Sterling Heights, MI's Noise Ordinance (Chapter 31) prohibits loud, disturbing noises, particularly between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., if plainly audible from public places or near residences. This includes amplified sound, shouting, and vehicle noise. Construction is generally permitted from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Violations may result in fines or imprisonment.
Quiet Hours
11PM-7AM
Police Non-Emergency
586-446-2800Decibel Limits
"The ordinance defines 'loud noise' as any sound which, due to its volume, duration, or character, annoys, disturbs, injures, or endangers the comfort, health, peace, and safety of reasonable persons of ordinary sensibilities. Noise is determined at a distance of at least 50 feet from the source."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Erection, excavation, demolition, alteration, or repair of any building or premises, or excavation of streets and highways, in or within 30 feet of any residence or residential zoning district, is prohibited other than between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
The playing of amplified music or sound is prohibited if it annoys, disturbs, or unreasonably interferes with the quiet, comfort, or repose of other persons.
Dogs should not bark excessively. The city has an Animal Control Regulatory Ordinance. To report barking dogs, contact Animal Control.
Operation of any truck, automobile, motorcycle, or other vehicle as to cause loud noise is prohibited. Commercial vehicles exceeding 3/4 ton cannot be parked or stored in residential areas. Unlicensed/junk vehicles are prohibited outside a garage. Major vehicle repairs are not permitted on the property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
11PM-7AM.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 586-446-2800.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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