What is the residential decibel limit in Rochester, NY?

Daytime limit: Not specified. Nighttime limit: Not specified. Motor vehicles shall not exceed 80 dB(A) at 25 feet or more from the vehicle on a public street/sidewalk/park, or at or beyond the property line on private property.

Who do I call for a noise complaint in Rochester, NY?

For non-emergencies, contact the police at 311 (within city) or 585-428-5990 (from outside city/cell phone). For code violations, contact Code Enforcement at 585-428-6520.

Rochester, NY Noise Ordinance

Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM (audible beyond property line); 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM (audible 50 feet beyond property line)

Residential Decibel Limit: Not specified (Day) / Not specified (Night)

Summary: Rochester, NY noise ordinances, primarily Chapter 75, prohibit excessive noise to safeguard public well-being. This includes general quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. where noise cannot be audible beyond property lines, and restrictions on construction, amplified sound, vehicles, and animal noise. Violations can lead to fines.

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