Abilene, TX
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Abilene, TX.
Ordinance Summary
Abilene, TX noise ordinances, primarily found in Chapter 20 - OFFENSES, prohibit "unreasonable loud, disturbing, unnecessary noise" that causes distress or interferes with the comfort of private homes. While specific decibel limits are limited, sound equipment audible beyond residential property lines is restricted to 75 dBA and prohibited between 10 PM and 10 AM. Violations can result in municipal citations and abatement costs.
Quiet Hours
10PM-10AM for residential amplified sound
Police Non-Emergency
325-673-8331Decibel Limits
"Abilene's ordinance primarily uses a subjective 'unreasonable loud, disturbing, unnecessary noise' standard. Texas state law presumes noise exceeding 85 dBA to be unreasonable after notice. For residential amplified sound, a 75 dBA limit applies."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Not explicitly defined in the general noise ordinance. Abilene's Land Development Code mentions noise regulations for new construction near Abilene Regional Airport related to noise contours. General Texas law indicates construction noise is presumed unreasonable above 85 dBA after notice.
Use of sound equipment producing sound audible beyond a residential property line is prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. and must not exceed 75 decibels at the property line.
Complaints regarding barking dogs are handled by Abilene Animal Services. General noise ordinance applies to 'unreasonable loud, disturbing, unnecessary noise' which could include animals.
No person shall ring a bell exceeding four inches in diameter on any vehicle from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for attracting public attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
10PM-10AM for residential amplified sound.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 325-673-8331.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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