Bozeman, MT
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Bozeman, MT.
Ordinance Summary
Bozeman, MT noise ordinances, primarily Article 6. - Noise of the Bozeman Municipal Code, prohibit loud and raucous noise impacting health and property enjoyment. Recently, Ordinance 2139 limited construction noise to 60dB(A) between 8 PM and 7 AM. General quiet hours are typically from 10 PM to 8 AM, with enforcement handled by Code Compliance and Police.
Quiet Hours
10 PM - 8 AM (general); 8 PM - 7 AM (construction)
Police Non-Emergency
406-582-2000Decibel Limits
"Construction noise must not exceed 60dB(A) between 8:00 PM and 7:00 AM at the property line of an immediately adjacent property. Montana state law limits motor vehicle exhaust noise to 95 decibels, and motorboat/personal watercraft noise to 86 dB(A) at 50 feet or 90 dB(A) at 1 meter from muffler."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction operations are prohibited from making noise exceeding 60dB(A) between 8:00 PM and 7:00 AM, as measured at the property line of an immediately adjacent property. Exemption permits are available for exceptional cases.
Loud and raucous noise is generally prohibited in residential areas, interfering with the quiet, comfortable enjoyment of life and property. Specific decibel limits or hours for amplified sound beyond general quiet hours are not explicitly detailed in the provided information.
No specific animal noise restrictions (e.g., barking dogs) were found in the provided municipal code snippets beyond general nuisance provisions. Contact Bozeman Animal Control for domestic animal issues.
Non-emergency signaling devices (horns, backup beepers) are prohibited in residential areas except as warning signals. Operation of a motor vehicle with an exhaust system emitting noise over 95 decibels (SAE J1169) is unlawful per Montana state law. Motorboats or personal watercraft exceeding 86 dB(A) at 50 feet or 90 dB(A) (at 1 meter from muffler at idle) are presumed a public nuisance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
10 PM - 8 AM (general); 8 PM - 7 AM (construction).
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 406-582-2000.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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