San Antonio, TX
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for San Antonio, TX.
Ordinance Summary
San Antonio, TX noise ordinances, primarily regulated under Chapter 21, Article III of the City's Code of Ordinances, prohibit unreasonably loud or disturbing sounds. Decibel limits vary by zoning, with residential areas capped at 63 dB(A) during the day and 56 dB(A) at night. Quiet hours are generally 10 PM to 6 AM on weekdays and 11 PM to 6 AM on weekends, with stricter enforcement.
Quiet Hours
Sunday-Thursday: 10 PM-6 AM; Friday-Saturday: 11 PM-6 AM
Police Non-Emergency
210-207-7273Decibel Limits
"Decibel measurements are taken from an adjacent property under separate ownership. Nighttime limits are 7 dB(A) lower than daytime limits. Industrial zones have a daytime limit of 72 dB(A) and a nighttime limit of 65 dB(A). Entertainment zones have a daytime limit of 85 dB(A) and a nighttime limit of 78 dB(A). The River Walk has special rules, allowing a maximum of 72 dB(A) and 80 dB(C), and the nighttime reduction does not apply, with speakers required to be inside establishments."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Not specified beyond general noise limits. Typically, loud construction activities would fall under general daytime decibel limits.
Unlawful to operate sound amplification equipment producing sounds over 55 dB(A) between 9 AM and 9 PM, or 50 dB(A) between 9 PM and 9 AM, measured within the nearest residentially occupied property, without a permit. Sound trucks and amplified sound reproduction machines are prohibited at the airport. Permits may be required for outdoor amplified sound.
Prohibits the keeping of any animal, fowl, or bird that makes frequent or prolonged noise and constitutes a noise nuisance.
Discharge of exhaust from engines must be through a muffler or device preventing loud or explosive noises. Sound from a machine or device in a motor vehicle on a public street that is audible at a distance of 50 feet is prohibited. Excessive or prolonged use of horns, sirens, whistles, or other noise-generating devices is strictly prohibited, except as a danger signal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
Sunday-Thursday: 10 PM-6 AM; Friday-Saturday: 11 PM-6 AM.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 210-207-7273.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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