Minneapolis, MN
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Minneapolis, MN.
Ordinance Summary
Minneapolis, MN noise ordinances, primarily Chapter 389 of the Code, establish quiet hours typically from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM for many activities. Violations are determined by decibel levels above ambient noise, referencing Minnesota Rules, Chapter 7030, and include specific restrictions for construction, amplified sound, and vehicles. Penalties range from fines up to $1,000 to potential jail time or loss of rental licenses.
Quiet Hours
General quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM, though specific activities have varying permitted times. For indoor residential noise, nighttime is 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Decibel Limits
"Minneapolis ordinances reference Minnesota Rules, Chapter 7030, for outdoor noise levels, which use L10 and L50 calculations (sound level exceeded 10% and 50% of an hour, respectively). Indoor measurements within a dwelling use C-weighted equivalent continuous sound level (Leq) above ambient."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
General construction/demolition is allowed weekdays from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. After-hours permits are required for Saturday or Sunday work. Homeowners performing work do not need a permit for weekdays from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and weekends from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Construction equipment sound levels shall not exceed 90 decibels measured at 50 feet or more from the source, unless conforming to Minnesota Rules Chapter 7030.
Outdoor amplified sound audible above conversation beyond 50 feet typically requires a permit. Permit hours are generally 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, extendable to 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Standard and small event permits are not issued past 9:00 PM on Sundays if within 500 feet of a residential property or religious institution. Sounds of religious worship, such as bells, chimes, or amplified call to prayer, are allowed within specified limits (e.g., 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM for chimes), with the amplified call to prayer having no time constraints.
Noise from barking dogs or other pets can be reported to 311. If a violation is verified, a citation may be issued.
Sound from motor vehicle sound systems or audio systems clearly audible beyond 50 feet is illegal. Modified exhausts that increase noise are banned (Ordinance 389.190), and engine braking is banned on I-394 (Ordinance 474.125).
Use of power lawnmowers, trimmers, saws, leaf blowers, or similar tools is allowed from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Snowblowers and snowplows are allowed anytime during an official snow emergency or within 24 hours of a snowfall of 1 inch or more.
Garbage pickup noise is allowed from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM if within 500 feet of a residence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
General quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM, though specific activities have varying permitted times. For indoor residential noise, nighttime is 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 311 or 612-673-3000 (general non-emergency City information). For tips, 612-673-5335..
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
Official Sources
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