Utica, NY
Noise Code

Operation of power equipment in residential zones outdoors is unlawful between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays and between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekends. Domestic power tools, lawn mowers, and agricultural equipment are exempt between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on weekdays and 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on weekends. All construction costing $1000 or more requires a building permit.

Unlawful to operate radios, televisions, musical instruments, loudspeakers, or similar devices in parks, playgrounds, or recreation areas between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. without a permit. Commercial advertising via loudspeakers on streets or public property requires a permit. Unlawful to operate such devices plainly audible at 7.5 meters (25 feet) on a public right-of-way, in a public park, or from a motor vehicle.

It is unlawful to own or harbor any animal or bird that frequently or for continued duration howls, barks, meows, squawks, or makes other sounds creating a noise disturbance.

It is unlawful to sound any horn or signaling device on any street or public place for purposes other than motor vehicle, driver, or pedestrian safety. Motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, and off-highway motor vehicles causing noise on public and private property are regulated.