Chattanooga, TN Noise Ordinance
Quiet Hours: Generally 8:30 PM to 7:00 AM for many residential disturbances; amplified sound restricted 8:30 PM to 10:00 AM in residential zones outside the Downtown Amplified Music District. Specific exceptions apply for fireworks on holidays.
Residential Decibel Limit: Not specified directly; typically based on audibility and disturbance outside Downtown Amplified Music District. General limits may apply in some areas. (Day) / Not specified directly; typically based on audibility and disturbance outside Downtown Amplified Music District. (Night)
Summary: Chattanooga, TN noise ordinances, updated in April 2023, prohibit unreasonably loud or disturbing noises in residential zones, particularly outside the Downtown Amplified Music District. Key restrictions include amplified sound audible over 100 feet and various activities like yelling, loud vehicles, domestic tool use, and refuse collection between 8:30 PM and 7:00 AM. Animal noise is also regulated to prevent disturbance.