Racine, WI
Noise Code
The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Racine, WI.
Ordinance Summary
Racine, WI noise ordinances, primarily Chapter 42, Article V of the Code of Ordinances, prohibit unnecessary, excessive, and annoying sounds detrimental to public health and welfare. Quiet hours are defined as 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. the following day. Amplified sound is restricted to 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and must not exceed 15 dBA above ambient levels at property lines. Violations incur specified forfeitures.
Quiet Hours
10PM-7AM
Police Non-Emergency
(262) 886-2300Decibel Limits
"Sound from amplified equipment shall not exceed 15 dBA above the ambient sound level as measured at any property line."
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Specific Noise Restrictions
Not explicitly specified in the noise ordinance beyond general prohibitions on excessive sound or unreasonable disturbance.
Operation of sound-amplifying equipment is permitted between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. daily. No commercial amplified sound is allowed on Sundays or legal holidays. Sound must not exceed 15 dBA above the ambient sound level at any property line.
Animal noise causing an 'unreasonable disturbance' or 'excessive sound' is prohibited, especially during nighttime hours (10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.), as excessive sound and vibration are declared a public nuisance.
The creation of excessive or unusually loud sounds from motor vehicles is prohibited as it can be deemed an 'unreasonable disturbance' or 'excessive sound', which are declared public nuisances. This applies particularly during nighttime hours (10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.).
Frequently Asked Questions
Quiet Hours?
10PM-7AM.
Construction?
Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.
Who to call?
Use Non-Emergency Police: (262) 886-2300.
Fines?
Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.
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