The Hamptons, NY
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for The Hamptons, NY.
Ordinance Summary
Noise ordinances in The Hamptons, NY, vary by municipality, with towns like Southampton and East Hampton having distinct regulations. Generally, these ordinances prohibit excessive noise, with specific quiet hours for residential areas, amplified sound, and construction activities. Decibel limits may apply, and penalties can include fines or imprisonment.
Quiet Hours
Generally, nighttime quiet hours for disturbing noises, especially amplified sound and certain outdoor equipment, often fall between 7 PM or 9 PM and 7 AM or 9 AM the following day, though specific activities have varying hours.
Police Non-Emergency
631-283-0056 (Southampton Village Police Department)Decibel Limits
"East Hampton Town regulations include a 65 dBA maximum for live or recorded music on private property; however, landscaping and construction industries are often exempt from these specific decibel standards."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Town of East Hampton: Permitted 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.. Village of East Hampton: Seasonal hours; typically Mon-Fri 8 AM-6 PM, Saturdays with reduced hours (e.g., 10 AM-6 PM or 12 PM-4 PM depending on season), prohibited on Sundays and federal holidays. Village of Southampton: Permitted Mon-Fri 8 AM-6 PM, Sat 9 AM-5 PM, prohibited on public holidays. Pile drivers are prohibited.
Town of East Hampton: Prohibited between 9:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. the following day. Village of Southampton: Prohibited on the exterior of any premises at all times, except noncommercial amplified sound between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. that meets noise standards.
Town of East Hampton: 'Noise pollution from a barking dog' defined as barking for 15 minutes. Village of East Hampton: Keeping any animal that, by causing frequent or long-continued noise, disturbs the comfort of persons in the vicinity. Town of Southampton: Yelling, shouting, hooting, whistling or singing that is plainly audible at 50 feet and disturbs comfort.
Town of East Hampton: Operating a stationary motor vehicle or auxiliary equipment for over 10 minutes in any hour within 145 feet of a residential district between 9:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. is prohibited. East Hampton Airport has implemented curfews for 'noisy' aircraft.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
Generally, nighttime quiet hours for disturbing noises, especially amplified sound and certain outdoor equipment, often fall between 7 PM or 9 PM and 7 AM or 9 AM the following day, though specific activities have varying hours..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 631-283-0056 (Southampton Village Police Department).
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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