Gatlinburg, TN
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Gatlinburg, TN.
Ordinance Summary
Gatlinburg, TN noise ordinances prohibit unreasonably loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noise that is detrimental to health or public peace. The City's Zoning Ordinance specifies that noises exceeding ninety (90) decibels are not permitted at any time. Enforcement is handled by the Gatlinburg Police Department for general disturbances and the Building and Planning Department for code-related inquiries.
Quiet Hours
Not specified
Police Non-Emergency
865-436-5181Decibel Limits
"Noises in excess of ninety (90) decibels shall not be allowed at anytime."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
General prohibitions against unreasonably loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noise apply. Specific construction hours are not explicitly detailed in the available ordinances for Gatlinburg.
The creation of any unreasonably loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noise is prohibited.
The creation of any unreasonably loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noise is prohibited. Animal control issues are handled by the Gatlinburg Police Department.
The creation of any unreasonably loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noise is prohibited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
Not specified.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 865-436-5181.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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