Orem, UT
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Orem, UT.
Ordinance Summary
Orem, UT noise ordinances, under City Code §9-2-9 "Disturbing the Peace," prohibit excessive noise that annoys or endangers others. Quiet hours are 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM, during which construction near residential zones and loud residential property noise plainly audible at 30 feet are restricted. Vehicle sound systems audible from 50 feet are also banned. Violations can be infractions or Class C misdemeanors.
Quiet Hours
10:30 PM-7:00 AM
Police Non-Emergency
801-229-7070Decibel Limits
"Orem City Code focuses on audibility rather than specific decibel limits for general noise. Vehicle sound systems are prohibited if plainly audible at 50 feet or more."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction, excavation, demolition, alteration, or repair of any building or building lot is prohibited within 200 feet of a residential zone between 10:30 PM and 7:00 AM, with exceptions for urgent necessity or city approval.
Operating any radio, stereo, sound system, tape player, or other sound-making device from a motor vehicle so that the sound is plainly audible at a distance of 50 feet or more. Operating televisions, radios, musical instruments, or phonographs in residential areas between 10:30 PM and 7:00 AM in a manner plainly audible at 30 feet.
General clause for 'Disturbing the Peace' applies to any excessive or unusually loud noise. Orem City Animal Control handles domestic animal issues.
Vehicle sound systems plainly audible at 50 feet or more are prohibited. Discharge of exhaust from any internal combustion engine, motor boat, or motor vehicle without an effective muffler is also prohibited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
10:30 PM-7:00 AM.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: 801-229-7070.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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