Newport, RI
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Newport, RI.
Ordinance Summary
Newport, RI noise ordinances, under Chapter 8.12 of the Code of Ordinances, aim to reduce noise pollution detrimental to public welfare. The regulations establish specific decibel limits based on zoning and time of day, with stricter limits during nighttime hours. Violations can lead to fines up to $500, or imprisonment.
Quiet Hours
10PM-7AM for residential areas.
Police Non-Emergency
(401) 847-1306Decibel Limits
"Decibel limits apply to various zoning districts including Limited Business, General Business, Waterfront Business, and Commercial/Industrial, with day limits typically 75 dBA and night limits 55 dBA. Noise Sensitive Areas have residential limits. Public Water has day limit 65 dBA and night limit 55 dBA."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
The city's ordinances regulate noise from construction equipment. Specific general construction/demolition hours are not explicitly detailed as universal in the provided information, but noise is regulated.
The ordinance prohibits the operation or playing of any radio, television, phonograph, or other sound-amplifying equipment if it causes a noise disturbance.
Citations may result from barking dogs. The Animal Control Officer enforces ordinances related to barking dogs.
Vehicle noise exceeding 86 dBA, measured within 50 feet, constitutes a violation. Motor vehicles must be equipped with a muffler in good working order. Operating an engine of a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds or more for over 20 consecutive minutes within 150 feet of a residential property is prohibited, with exceptions for delivery/pickup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
10PM-7AM for residential areas..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: (401) 847-1306.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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