What is the residential decibel limit in Laredo, TX?

Daytime limit: Not specified. Nighttime limit: Not specified. Specific decibel limits include: 65 dB(A) for construction during prohibited hours (measured from public street); 75 dB(A) for loud equipment (e.g., lawnmowers, power tools) during daytime hours (measured from nearest residential property); 55 dB(A) for amplified sound from vehicles, public property, and private property (measured at specific distances/locations); 55 dB(A) for residential air conditioning units and 65 dB(A) for non-residential air conditioning units (measured at 15 feet).

Who do I call for a noise complaint in Laredo, TX?

For non-emergencies, contact the police at Not specified. For code violations, contact Code Enforcement at Not specified.

Laredo, TX Noise Ordinance

Quiet Hours: Specific quiet hours vary by activity, generally prohibiting excessive noise between 9 PM and 7 AM for business activities in certain residential zones and 8 PM to 7 AM for construction and loud equipment operation.

Residential Decibel Limit: Not specified (Day) / Not specified (Night)

Summary: Laredo, TX noise ordinances, found primarily in Chapter 21, Article XI of the City's Code of Ordinances, prohibit "noise nuisance," defined as any disturbing, excessive, or offensive noise that annoys, disturbs, injures, or endangers the comfort, repose, health, peace, or safety of a reasonable person. Specific restrictions and decibel limits apply to various activities and times of day.

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