Oklahoma City, OK
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Oklahoma City, OK.
Ordinance Summary
Oklahoma City, OK noise ordinances, primarily found in Municipal Code Chapter 34, prohibit excessive, unnecessary, or unusual noise that disturbs public peace, comfort, and welfare. Regulations address both measurable decibel levels and subjective "unreasonable" or "disturbing" sounds, with stricter rules often applying during nighttime hours. Permits are required for certain amplified sound or construction activities.
Quiet Hours
Generally 11 PM to 7 AM, particularly for noise-producing activities in residential areas and noises that annoy or disturb. Permits for noise-producing activities in non-residential zones are generally not granted beyond 12 AM and before 7 AM.
Police Non-Emergency
(405) 297-1000Decibel Limits
"For car washes, noise should not exceed 70 dB(A) from 7 AM to 10 PM and 55 dB(A) from 10 PM to 7 AM at the property line. Machinery or motor vehicles should not exceed 89 dB at any adjoining property line. Limits are reduced by 5 dB(A) for impulsive sound."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction/demolition permits in residential zones are not granted beyond 11 PM and before 7 AM, and in non-residential zones not beyond 12 AM and before 7 AM. Permits may be obtained with limitations and noise mitigation requirements.
It is unlawful to operate a device for sound production, amplification, or reproduction on public property or right-of-way so as to be plainly audible 50 feet or more from such device, except as authorized by permit. A noise permit is required for amplified sound at home or business events.
Owning, maintaining, harboring, or maintaining for hire any animal or birds which produce frequent or prolonged noisemaking is prohibited, whether originating from public or private facilities, except for publicly owned/operated zoos. Police dogs are exempt.
It is unlawful to operate a motor vehicle producing excessive noise when driven or parked on public or private property to which the public is invited. This includes discharge of sound-laden exhaust, excessive sound from working parts, and operating vehicles with engine brakes engaged on public roads unless necessary for safety. Property owners are prohibited from knowingly allowing vehicles that create a noise disturbance or violate sound limits on their property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
Generally 11 PM to 7 AM, particularly for noise-producing activities in residential areas and noises that annoy or disturb. Permits for noise-producing activities in non-residential zones are generally not granted beyond 12 AM and before 7 AM..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: (405) 297-1000.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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