What is the residential decibel limit in Salt Lake City, UT?

Daytime limit: 10 dB(A) above ambient, not to exceed 60 dB(A) (7 AM-10 PM). Nighttime limit: 5 dB(A) above ambient, not to exceed 50 dB(A) (10 PM-7 AM). Limits are reduced by 5 dB(A) for pure tone, cyclically varying, or repetitive impulsive sounds during day, and 10 dB(A) at night for Type A and B properties.

Who do I call for a noise complaint in Salt Lake City, UT?

For non-emergencies, contact the police at (801) 799-3000. For code violations, contact Code Enforcement at (801) 535-7225 (Salt Lake City Civil Enforcement); (385) 468-3835 (Salt Lake County Health Department Sanitation and Safety).

Salt Lake City, UT Noise Ordinance

Quiet Hours: 10 PM-7 AM

Residential Decibel Limit: 10 dB(A) above ambient, not to exceed 60 dB(A) (7 AM-10 PM) (Day) / 5 dB(A) above ambient, not to exceed 50 dB(A) (10 PM-7 AM) (Night)

Summary: Salt Lake City's noise ordinance, governed by the Salt Lake County Community Noise Pollution Control Regulation (Health Regulation 21), generally prohibits loud and unreasonable noise. Quiet hours are strictly enforced between 10 PM and 7 AM. Specific decibel limits apply, often based on ambient sound levels, and various activities like construction and amplified sound have detailed restrictions and exemptions.

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