Rapid City, SD
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Rapid City, SD.
Ordinance Summary
Rapid City, SD noise ordinances, including Municipal Code Chapter 9.08, prohibit excessive noise that disturbs the peace, with stricter regulations during nighttime hours (10:00 PM to 7:00 AM). These rules address various sources, including construction, amplified sound, animals, and vehicles, aiming to maintain a peaceful living environment throughout the city.
Quiet Hours
10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Police Non-Emergency
605-394-4131Decibel Limits
"Specific decibel limits apply and vary by time of day and zoning district, with higher permissible levels during daytime hours."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Loud construction work should be curtailed during nighttime hours (10:00 PM to 7:00 AM). The ordinance sets specific hours for construction and may require permits for particularly noisy projects, with potential further restrictions on weekends and holidays.
Amplified sound is covered by the general noise ordinance. Sound from ice cream trucks is restricted after 8:00 PM or one-half hour after sunset, whichever occurs first.
The noise ordinance addresses animal noise. Rapid City Ordinance 6.08.090 relates to barking dogs, enforced by Animal Control Services.
Motor vehicle noise restrictions are outlined in Rapid City Municipal Code Chapter 10.24, including limits on exhaust systems. Vehicle noise is considered a common violation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 605-394-4131.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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