Saratoga Springs, NY
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Saratoga Springs, NY.
Ordinance Summary
Saratoga Springs, NY, noise ordinances, primarily Chapter 148 of the City Code, prohibit unreasonable noise, defining specific acts as violations. General quiet hours are between 11 PM and 7 AM. Decibel limits are primarily specified for amplified sound, with stricter rules for residential areas and nighttime hours, alongside specific restrictions for construction operations and penalties for violations.
Quiet Hours
11 PM to 7 AM (general); 10 PM to 7 AM (construction); 11 PM to 7 AM (residential amplified sound).
Police Non-Emergency
518-584-1800Decibel Limits
"Decibel limits are primarily for amplified sound, measured from the property boundary line. Nonresidential districts within 250 feet of a residential district follow residential rules."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
General construction operations are prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM, except for emergencies. Additionally, on the southern side of 5th Avenue (between 56 Fifth Avenue and 130 Fifth Avenue), construction generating 60 dBA or greater is restricted between 7 AM and 10:30 AM from April 1 to October 31.
In residential areas, amplified sound generating 60 dBA/70 dbC or greater is prohibited between 11 PM and 7 AM. In nonresidential areas (or within 250 feet of residential), amplified sound exceeding 90 dBA/95 dbC is prohibited between 8 AM and 1 AM. From 12 AM (1 AM Sunday) to 8 AM, amplified sound clearly and distinctly heard outside is prohibited.
Not specifically detailed with decibel limits or quiet hours beyond being covered under the general 'unreasonable noise' definition.
Not specifically detailed with decibel limits or quiet hours beyond being covered under the general 'unreasonable noise' definition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
11 PM to 7 AM (general); 10 PM to 7 AM (construction); 11 PM to 7 AM (residential amplified sound)..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 518-584-1800.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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