Rock Hill, SC
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Rock Hill, SC.
Ordinance Summary
Rock Hill, SC noise ordinances, under Division 2 of Article V, Chapter 20, prohibit unreasonably loud, disturbing noises that endanger comfort or repose. Key restrictions include construction noise between 9 PM and 7 AM in residential areas, unmuffled engines, and animals causing frequent disturbances. Violations result in a summons for Municipal Court.
Quiet Hours
Specific quiet hours for building operations in residential areas are from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. General noise is subjectively evaluated for being unreasonably loud or disturbing.
Police Non-Emergency
803-329-7211Decibel Limits
"The Rock Hill ordinance defines noise based on subjective criteria of being 'unreasonably loud, disturbing' rather than specific decibel levels. York County's ordinance mentions a 5 decibel reduction for residential boundaries between 7 PM and 7 AM."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Building operations, including the use of piledrivers, steam shovels, pneumatic hammers, derricks, steam or electric hoists, or other loud apparatus, are prohibited between 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. in residential areas, except by permission from the council.
The use of any drum or other instrument or device for attracting attention by creating noise to any performance, show, or sale is prohibited. General amplified sound falls under the 'unreasonably loud, disturbing noise' prohibition.
The keeping of any animal that causes frequent or long-continued noise, disturbing the comfort or repose of persons in the vicinity, is prohibited.
The use of any automobile, motorcycle, or vehicle so out of repair, so loaded, or operated in such a manner as to create loud and unnecessary grating, grinding, rattling, or other noise is prohibited. Noisy exhausts are also specifically prohibited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
Specific quiet hours for building operations in residential areas are from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. General noise is subjectively evaluated for being unreasonably loud or disturbing..
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 803-329-7211.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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