What is the residential decibel limit in Fayetteville, NC?

Daytime limit: 55 dB(A) (7 AM - 10 PM). Nighttime limit: 45 dB(A) (10 PM - 7 AM weekdays; 10 PM - 10 AM weekends/holidays). Decibel limits provided are for multifamily dwellings, measured in an adjacent intrabuilding dwelling. General maximum permissible sound levels at property boundaries are referenced in Table 1 or 2 of Sec. 17-10, but specific values were not found in search results. The maximum permissible sound level when measured in an adjacent intrabuilding area between 10 PM and 7 AM on weekdays and 10 PM and 10 AM on weekends and holidays is 50 dB(A).

Who do I call for a noise complaint in Fayetteville, NC?

For non-emergencies, contact the police at (910) 433-1529. For code violations, contact Code Enforcement at (910) 433-1056.

Fayetteville, NC Noise Ordinance

Quiet Hours: Weekdays: 10 PM - 7 AM; Weekends/Holidays: 10 PM - 10 AM (for amplified sound and multifamily dwellings). Additionally, noise from businesses or residences heard beyond 150 feet is prohibited between 1 AM - 8 AM.

Residential Decibel Limit: 55 dB(A) (7 AM - 10 PM) (Day) / 45 dB(A) (10 PM - 7 AM weekdays; 10 PM - 10 AM weekends/holidays) (Night)

Summary: Fayetteville, NC's noise ordinance (Chapter 17, Articles II and III of the City Code) prohibits noise exceeding specific sound levels, particularly restricting amplified sound and excessive vehicle noise. Quiet hours are generally enforced from 10 PM to 7 AM on weekdays and 10 PM to 10 AM on weekends and holidays for amplified sound and in multifamily dwellings. Violations can lead to civil penalties, with specific fines for nuisance parties.

Local Noise Laws

Searching...