Tulsa, OK
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Tulsa, OK.
Ordinance Summary
Tulsa, OK's noise ordinance, found in Title 27, Chapter 14 of the Tulsa Revised Ordinances, prohibits noise that is unreasonably loud or disturbing to public peace. It covers amplified sound, construction, vehicles, and animals, establishing general quiet hours from 11 PM to 7 AM, with specific restrictions for construction. Violations are typically misdemeanors subject to fines or imprisonment.
Quiet Hours
11PM-7AM (general); Construction: 10PM-7AM (weekdays), 10PM-9AM (Sundays)
Police Non-Emergency
918-596-9222Decibel Limits
"Decibel limits are not universally defined in the ordinance for all categories. Regulations often focus on audibility at a distance or 'unreasonable disturbance.' Amplified sound for special events has a guideline of 90 dB at 15 feet. HVAC systems in residential areas may have limits of 55-65 dB during evening/nighttime hours."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Operating construction machinery or performing construction work is unlawful between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays, and between 10:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. on Sundays.
Playing radios, phonographs, or musical instruments at a volume that unreasonably disturbs the quiet, comfort, or repose of any person, especially between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., is prohibited. Unreasonably loud noise (including music) is a violation at any time. For special events, sound levels should generally not exceed 90 decibels 15 feet from the source. Shouting, yelling, or using sound amplification near schools, churches, hospitals, or clinics during business hours is prohibited if 'Quiet Zone' signs are posted.
Allowing habitual howling, yelping, or barking of any dog or animal by its owner, keeper, or possessor is prohibited. A dog barking repetitively for over ten minutes may constitute a nuisance.
The sounding of a horn or signal device on any vehicle, except as a danger signal, is prohibited. The discharge of the exhaust of any internal combustion or motor vehicle, except through a muffler or other device which will effectively prevent unreasonably loud or explosive noises therefrom, is prohibited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
11PM-7AM (general); Construction: 10PM-7AM (weekdays), 10PM-9AM (Sundays).
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 918-596-9222.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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