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Sound Ordinance Laws in Texas
The general State of Texas noise ordinance outlines basic laws for noise in all counties. Individual municipalities may have their own laws, which always take precedence.
There are no county-wide noise ordinances either, but some larger cities extend their ordinances to nearby areas. For example: in Harris County, Texas, noise ordinance laws generally align with the City of Houston, or may outright state that they follow Houston’s noise ordinance.
If a city has no noise ordinance, assume it follows the state ordinance.
What is the decibel limit in Texas?
Texas penal code states that “a noise is presumed to be unreasonable if the noise exceeds a decibel level of 85 after the person making the noise receives notice from a magistrate or peace officer that the noise is a public nuisance.”
Individual ordinances vary from 50 to 85, depending on city, zoning, the day, and the time.
What time is noise ordinance in Texas?
There are no state-wide quiet hours in Texas, but most cities follow the same times:
Day (high decibel limit): 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Night (low decibel limit) 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Many cities also have modifications for weekends.
How do I file a noise complaint in Texas?
For most cities, and most noise complaints, you can call 311 to start the process of filing a noise complaint. This is an informational service that will connect you with the proper authorities. Many cities have other options, including dedicated phone numbers, online forms, or email addresses. Filing a noise complaint in Dallas, for example, can be done through an app.
What happens when you file a noise complaint?
Most often, the first offense results in a warning, typically issued by a police officer or code enforcement officer. Repeat offenders may be fined, starting at $200, and varying by city. In some situations, action may be taken to prevent the noise from continuing.
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Click on a community to see more information about its sound ordinance.
Allen
No noise ordinance
Alvin
Noise Ordinance
Residential
65 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
60 dB(A) at night (6:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
Commercial & Mixed Property
70 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
70 dB(A) at night (6:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An excessive noise violation shall be punished, upon conviction, by a fine not to exceed $500.00.
Contact
Alvin Code Violation Department
Phone: (281) 388-4325
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Arlington
Noise Ordinance
70 dB(A) during the day (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
60 dB(A) at night (7:00 PM – 8:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
A violation of the Arlington noise
ordinance results in a fine. For a person with no intent to violate the noise ordinance the penalty is a fine of less than $500.
Outdoor festival penalty is a fine of less than $2000.
Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
Arlington Police Department
Phone: (817) 459-6777
If a violation occurs and it is impractical to contact the noise originator, contact the Police Department. Provide the following information:
- Address and description of noise
- Time of incident
- Other pertinent details
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Ordinances Governing Nuisance in the City of Arlington Texas
Austin
Noise Ordinance
85 dB(A) during the day (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
75 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 10:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $200.
Contact
Austin Police Department
Phone: (512) 974-2000
If a violation occurs and it is impractical to contact the noise originator, contact the Police Department. Provide the following information:
- Address and description of noise
- Time of incident
- Other pertinent details
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Azle
Noise Ordinance
70 dB(A) during the day (6:00 AM – 8:30 PM)
60 dB(A) at night (8:30 PM – 6:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An excessive noise violation shall be punished, upon conviction, by a fine not to exceed $500.00
Contact
Azle Code Enforcement Department
Phone: (817) 444-4065
If a violation occurs and it is impractical to contact the noise originator, contact the Police Department. Provide the following information:
- Address and description of noise
- Time of incident
- Other pertinent details
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Bastrop
Noise Ordinance
Residential
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
70 dB(A) at night (9:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Non-residential
85 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
80 dB(A) at night (9:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An excessive noise violation shall be punished, upon conviction, by a fine not to exceed $500.00
Contact
Bastrop Police Department
Phone: (512) 549-5100
Email: OnlineReporting@co.bastrop.tx.us
If your incident is an emergency, call 9-1-1.
If your incident is not on the list of incidents that may be reported online, please call our non-emergency line (listed above) and request to file your report either in person or via telephone.
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Benbrook
Noise Ordinance
Benbrook uses the Forth Worth code of ordinance.
Contact
Benbrook Code Compliance Department
For animal noises call: (817) 249-1610
For general noises call the benbrook compliance department: (817) 249-6078
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Burleson
Noise Ordinance
Residential
70 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Mon – Thurs, 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM Fri – Sat)
60 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM Mon – Thurs, 2:00 AM – 7:00 AM Fri-Sat)
Commercial & Mixed
80 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Mon – Thurs, 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM Fri – Sat)
70 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM Mon – Thurs, 2:00 AM – 7:00 AM Fri-Sat)
Industrial
85 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Mon – Thurs, 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM Fri – Sat)
75 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM Mon – Thurs, 2:00 AM – 7:00 AM Fri-Sat)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
A violation is punishable by a fine of not more than $2,000 for each event or violation.
Contact
Burleson Police Department
Phone: (817) 426-9903
Phone (alt): (817) 295-1188
Email: BPDinfo@burlseontx.com
For questions or concerns regarding noise, please contact the Police Department.
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Carrollton
Noise Ordinance
65 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
58 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Noise between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. created at official municipal functions for which a special event permit has been issued are also permitted.
Fines
Any person, firm or corporation violating shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction therefore, shall be fined in a sum not exceeding five hundred dollars and no/100 ($500.00), and each and every day such violation continues shall be considered a separate offense;
provided, however, such penal provision shall not preclude a suit to enjoin such violation.
Contact
Carrollton Police Department
Phone: (972) 466-3333
Email: crimetips@cityofcarrollton.com
For questions or concerns regarding noise, please contact the Police Department.
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Cypress
Noise Ordinance
Follows Houston’s Noise Ordinance.
“Daytime” is considered 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
“Nighttime” is considered 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
Contact
Harris County Sheriffs
Phone: (713) 221-6000
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
Dallas
Noise Ordinance
Monday – Friday
70 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
60 dB(A) at night (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Saturdays & Holidays
70 dB(A) during the day (8:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
60 dB(A) at night (7:00 PM – 8:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a noise ordinance waiver.
Fines
A violation of the Dallas noise ordinance results in a fine. For a person with no intent to violate the noise ordinance the penalty is a fine of less than $2000.
Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
Dallas Police Department
Phone: 311
Email: dallas311@dallascityhall.gov
Simply call 3-1-1 when inside Dallas’ city limits.
You may also access Dallas 3-1-1 by calling (214) 670-3111 from any location.
When the responding officer responds, provide them with the necessary details concerning the noise complaint. Remember to specify the exact date of the noise disturbance, even if it’s been an ongoing problem. Include crucial information such as the frequency, duration, time of day, volume, and
intensity of the noise.
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Denton
Noise Ordinance
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:30 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:30 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a noise ordinance waiver.
Fines
Any person violating any of the provisions of this article shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction
thereof shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $500. A separate offense shall be deemed committed upon each day during or on which a violation or failure to comply occurs or continues to occur.
Contact
Denton Police Department
Phone: (940) 349-8181
Denton Animal Service Department
Phone: (940) 349-7594
Call the Denton Animal Service Department for barking dogs. For all other noise complaints, call the Denton Police Department while the noise is occurring.
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Dripping Springs
Noise Ordinance
85 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
If the violation is not corrected within a given amount of time, the individual can be taken to a justice of the peace court … the fines can be anywhere from $10 to $200 for the first offense. Those fines are for the county. Violations are punishable by $500.
Contact
Hay’s County Sheriff’s Office
Phone: (512) 393-7800
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Euless
Noise Ordinance
Residential
55 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
50 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Business
70 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Industrial
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
70 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
A violation of the Euless noise ordinance results in a fine. For a person with no intent to violate the noise ordinance the penalty is a fine of less than $500.
Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
Euless Code Compliance Department
Phone: (817) 685-1507
Euless Animal Department
Phone: (817) 685-1592
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Fort Worth
Fort Worth
Residential
70 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM Friday-Saturday)
60 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM Monday-Thursday, 2:00 AM – 7:00 AM Friday-Saturday)
Commercial/Mixed
80 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM Friday-Saturday)
70 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM Monday-Thursday, 2:00 AM – 7:00 AM Friday-Saturday)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
A violation of the Forth Worth noise ordinance results in a fine. For a person with no intent to violate the noise ordinance the penalty is a fine of less than $500.
Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
Fort Worth Police Department
Phone: (817) 392-1234
Call and provide the following information:
- address and description of noise
- time of incident
- other pertinent details
You will be advised to maintain a complaint log for 7 to 10 days beginning with the date that the complaint is filed. The
information in the log must contain the date, times and duration of the noise nuisance.
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Frisco
Noise Ordinance
Residential
55 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
50 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Those activities that are conducted within Pizza Hut Park are exempt so long as they are conducted during the following hours:
Sunday-Thursday: From
7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Friday and Saturday: From
7:00 AM to 11:30 PM
Fines
Any entity violating this section shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be fined a
sum not exceeding $500. Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
Frisco Police Department
Phone: (972) 292-6010
Noise violations (i.e., barking dogs, construction site machinery, loud music, etc.) may be reported to the Police Department at 972-292-6010.
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Garland
Noise Ordinance
Residential
65 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
60 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Business
72 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
67 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Industrial
85 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
85 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An offense under this section punishable by a fine not to exceed $200. Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
Garland City Health Department
Phone: (972) 205-3460
Email: EnvHealth@GarlandTX.gov
If a violation occurs and it is impractical to contact the noise originator, contact the City Health Department and provide the following information:
- address and description of noise
- time of incident
- other pertinent details
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Georgetown
Noise Ordinance
Residential
63 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
56 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Commercial & Mixed
70 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
63 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Industrial
72 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An offense under this Chapter is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $2,000, or, if the person has previously been convicted of a violation under this Chapter, by a fine of not less than $200 nor more than $2,000
Contact
Georgetown Code Compliance Department
Phone: (512) 930-3606
Online form: https://georgetowntexas.gov/askGTX/
Email: codecompliance@georgetown.org
Georgetown Code compliance department Complaints may be made to the City by phone, email, or online form.
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Grapevine
Noise Ordinance
59 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
52 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
Any person, firm or corporation violating shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction therefore, shall be fined in a sum not to exceeding five hundred dollars and no/100 ($500.00), and each and every day such violation continues shall be considered a separate offense; provided, however, such penal provision shall not preclude a suit to enjoin such violation.
Contact
Grapevine Police Department
Phone: (817) 410-8127
For questions or concerns regarding Noise, Please contact the Police Department. Remember to provide essential details,
including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution
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Houston
Noise Ordinance
65 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
58 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
Any person who violates any provision of this chapter is guilty of an offense and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $500.00. Each hour or portion thereof in which any violation shall occur shall constitute a separate offense.
Contact
Houston Police Department (HPD)
Phone: (713) 884-3131
Email: araregulatorypermitting@houstontontx.gov
To initiate the process, start by reaching out to the 3-1-1 service request line to obtain a service request number.
Additionally, if you have concerns about potential noise violations, you can report them by contacting the non-emergency line of HPD (listed above).
If you’re looking to apply for a sound amplification permit or want to review the noise ordinance, you can find relevant information on the Noise Ordinance (Sound Amplifying Equipment) webpage.
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Irving
Noise Ordinance
60 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
50 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
A violation of the Irving noise ordinance results in a fine. For a person with no intent to violate the noise ordinance the penalty is a fine of less than $500.
Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
Phone (animal noises): (972) 721-2256
Phone (other noises): (972) 273-1010
Phone (other noises – alt): (972) 721-2518
If you’re dealing with disruptive animal noises, reach out to the Irving Animal Services Officer (ASO) at (972) 721-2256. The ASO is responsible for investigating such complaints. They’ll inform the pet owner about the concern and offer guidance to address the noise problem effectively.
For different kinds of noises, you can contact the Irving Police Department through their non-emergency lines: (972) 273-1010 or (972) 721-2518. Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Katy
Noise Ordinance
Residential
70 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 11:00 PM)
67 dB(A) at night (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An excessive noise violation shall be punished, upon conviction, by a fine not to exceed $500.00
Contact
Katy Police Department
Phone: (281) 391-4848
Email: kpd@katypd.com
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Keller
Noise Ordinance
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Weekdays, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Weekends)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 10:00 PM – 10:00 AM Weekends)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
Potential charges reach as high as state law allows ($2,000), per incident, as determined by the municipal judge.
With the exception of vehicles out of compliance with the noise ordinance (such as those without a muffler), everyone will receive at least one warning before they are issued a citation
Contact
Keller Police Department
Phone: (817) 743-4522
Animal Services
Phone: (817) 743-4710
Email: animalservices@cityofkeller.com
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Kyle
Noise Ordinance
85 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Mon-Thurs, 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM Fri-Sat)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM Mon-Thurs, 12:00 AM – 7:00 AM Fri-Sat)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
Any person, firm or corporation violating noise shall be fined not less than $1.00 nor more than $500.00 for each offense, and a separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues.
Contact
Kyle Code Enforcement Department
Phone: (512) 262-3914
Email: codeenforcement@cityofkyle.com
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Lakeworth
Noise Ordinance
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
A violation shall be punishable by a fine of up to $500. Each day that a violation exists shall constitute a separate offense.
Contact
Lakeworth Police Department
Phone: (817) 237-1224
Email: mbriggs@lakeworthtx.org
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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League City
Noise Ordinance
75 dB(A) during the day (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 6:30 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
Any person who violates noise is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be subject to a ne of not less than $100 nor more than $1,000 Upon a second or subsequent conviction for a violation of noise within a 12-month period, said person shall be ned not less than $200 nor more than $2,000.
Contact
League City Police Department
Phone: (281) 332-2566
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Lewisville
Noise Ordinance
Monday – Thursday
65 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
55 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Friday
65 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 11:00 PM)
55 dB(A) at night (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Saturday
65 dB(A) during the day (9:00 AM – 11:00 PM)
55 dB(A) at night (11:00 PM – 9:00 AM)
Sunday
65 dB(A) during the day (9:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
55 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 9:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
Any person, firm or corporation violating shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction therefore,
shall be fined in a sum not to exceeding five hundred dollars and no/100 ($500.00), and each and every day such violation continues shall be considered a separate offense; provided, however, such penal provision shall not preclude a suit to enjoin such violation.
Contact
Code Compliance Department
Phone: (972) 219-3600
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Lockhart
Noise Ordinance
Weekdays
85 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 11:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Sunday
85 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (1:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
The violation of noise shall be punished by a fine of not less than $1.00 nor exceeding $500.00.
Contact
Lockhart Police Department
Phone: (512) 398-4401
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Magnolia
Noise Ordinance
Residential
65 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
58 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Commercial & Mixed
68 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
58 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An excessive noise violation shall be punished, upon conviction, by a fine not to exceed $500.00.
Contact
Magnolia Police Department
Phone (during hours): (281) 356-2500
Phone (after hours): (936) 760-5800
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
Further Reading
Magnolia police post reminder about “Disturbing the Peace” regulations
Mansfield
Noise Ordinance
Follows Fort Worth noise ordinance.
McKinney
Noise Ordinance
Residential
65 dB(A) during the day (6:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
58 dB(A) at night (9:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
Non-residential
70 dB(A) during the day (6:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
60 dB(A) at night (9:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
Any person violating any of the provisions of this article shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction
thereof shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $500. A separate offense shall be deemed committed upon
each day during or on which a violation or failure to comply occurs or continues to occur.
Contact
McKinney Police Department
Phone: (972) 547-2700
Call the Police Department and give them the address to where the noise is coming from. You can remain anonymous
if you desire. If the noise is threatening or indicates violence, call 911.
Further Reading
McKinney City Council modifies noise ordinance, rezones 3 industrial plant properties along Hwy. 5
New Caney
Noise Ordinance
Follows noise ordinance of the State of Texas.
Pasadena
Noise Ordinance
Residential
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An excessive noise violation shall be punished, upon conviction, by a fine not to exceed $500.00.
Contact
Pasadena Police Department
Phone: (713) 477-1221
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
Further Reading
Pasadena City Council moves a step closer to amending noise ordinance amid free speech controversy
Plano
Noise Ordinance
Residential
65 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
55 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Business
70 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
60 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Industrial
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An offense under this section punishable by a fine not to exceed $200. Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
Plano Police Department
Phone (noise complaints): (972) 769-4360
Phone (non-emergency line): (972) 424-5678
Email: policechief@plano.gov
The Plano Police Department has introduced tip411. While tip411 is a valuable crime-fighting resource, it’s important to note that it doesn’t replace calling 9-1-1 for emergencies or the non-emergency number for immediate assistance.
Anonymous web noise complain can also be submitted through the tip411 website.
Setting up tip411 on your cell phone involves creating a new contact named “847411” and sending a text to that
contact with the keyword “PLANOPD” followed by your noise complain tip. Once sent, you’ll receive confirmation
from CitizenObserver that your tip has been forwarded to the Plano Police Department, who may request more
details. If you wish to discontinue communication, simply reply “stop” to 847411. Note that standard text message charges might apply.
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Pflugerville
Noise Ordinance
Residential
70 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sun – Thurs, 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM Fri/Sat)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM Sun – Thurs, 12:00 AM – 7:00 AM Fri/Sat)
Nonresidential
85 dB(A) during the day or night
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
The violation of noise that has not been identified as a public nuisance herein shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $500.00; a violation of noise as a public nuisance shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $2,000.00.
Contact
Pflugerville Police Department
Phone: (512) 990-6700
Email: police@pflugervilletx.gov
Website: https://www.pflugervilletx.gov/for-residents/report-a-problem
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Prosper
Noise Ordinance
Monday – Friday
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Equipment Noise, Friday night through Monday morning
Per the noise ordinance, operating loud equipment is a violation during the hours of:
- 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., Monday through Friday;
- 7:00 p.m. Friday night through 8:00 a.m. Saturday morning;
- 5:00 p.m. Saturday afternoon through 12:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon; and
- 7:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon through 7:00 a.m. Monday morning.
A noise disturbance is not created by residential lawn maintenance or in the event emergency repairs are required on personal property.
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
Any person, firm or corporation violating shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction therefore, shall be fined in a sum not to exceeding five hundred dollars and no/100 ($500.00), and each and every day such violation continues shall be considered a separate offense; provided, however, such penal provision shall not preclude a suit to enjoin such violation.
Contact
Prosper Police Department
Phone: (972) 347-2226
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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Round Rock
Noise Ordinance
Residential
55 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
50 dB(A) at night (9:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Commercial & Mixed
80 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
75 dB(A) at night (9:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
The zoning ordinance restricts land uses to areas where they do not conflict with each other; in particular, to protect residential neighborhoods from noisier, busier commercial and industrial uses. Penalties for zoning violations are assessed by a judge and may include fines of up to $2,000 per day, which if necessary may be secured by a property lien.
Contact
Round Rock Police Department
Phone: (512) 218-5500
Phone (after hours): (512) 218-5515
Email: noise@roundrocktexas.gov
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
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San Antonio
Noise Ordinance
“Day” is 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Monday through Thursday
“Night” is 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM, Monday through Thursday
“Day” is 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM, Friday and Saturday
“Night” is 11:00 PM – 6:00 AM, Friday and Saturday
Residential
63 dB(A) during the day
56 dB(A) at night
Business
70 dB(A) during the day
63 dB(A) at night
Industrial
72 dB(A) during the day
65 dB(A) at night
Entertainment
85 dB(A) during the day
78 dB(A) at night
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
the penalty is a Class C misdemeanor with a fine of $100-$500.
For a person who purposefully or even recklessly violates the San Antonio noise ordinance the fine is from $100 to $2,000. For a previous conviction the minimum fine becomes $200. After 2 previous convictions the minimum fine is $300 thereafter.
Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
San Antonio Police Department: (210) 207-7273
Department of Code Enforcement: (210) 207-1111
General assistance: 311
Firstly, contact the appropriate authorities for assistance by requesting an officer to investigate the matter. You can reach out to the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) or the Department of Code Enforcement Alternatively, you can dial 311 for assistance.
When the responding officer arrives, provide them with the necessary details concerning the noise complaint. An investigative report is essential, and it will be prepared by the officer investigating the incident. Remember to specify the exact date of the noise disturbance, even if it’s been an ongoing problem. Include crucial information such as the frequency, duration, time of day, volume, and intensity of the noise. Describe the type of noise (e.g., loud music, live band, party) and explain how it has disrupted your peace (e.g., lack of sleep, inability to work or study).
It’s vital to supply the officer with the names, contact details, and addresses of any witnesses present on the reported date. If you possess any audio recordings or evidence related to the noise, share them as well. After the investigative report is prepared, it will be reviewed by the Prosecution office. If there’s enough evidence to support a charge, the case will proceed, and the person responsible for the noise will be summoned to Municipal Court.
To ensure your involvement in the process, you must be listed as the complainant and be ready to testify if a trial occurs. For updates on the investigation’s status, you can contact the SAPD substation at (210)207-7410 or Code Enforcement at (210)207-1111. When making inquiries, remember to reference the case or report number provided by the responding officer.
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San Marcos
Noise Ordinance
85 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An excessive noise violation shall be punished, upon conviction, by a fine not to exceed $500.00.
Contact
San Marcos Police Department
Phone: (512) 753-2108
If your incident is an emergency, call 9-1-1.
If your incident is not on the list of incidents that may be reported online, call the non-emergency line above and
request to file your report either in person or via telephone.
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Spring Valley
Noise Ordinance
Residential
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
55 dB(A) at night (9:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Other
75 dB(A) during the day (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
62 dB(A) at night (9:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Exceptions
Decibel limits and noise ordinance times may be extended with a permit.
Fines
An offense under this section punishable by a fine not to exceed $200. Each day’s violation is a separate fine.
Contact
Spring Valley Police Department
Phone: (713) 465-8323
Email: mschulze@springvalleytx.com
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
Further Reading
West Houston Community Hopes For Some Relief From Katy Freeway’s Constant Noise
Sugar Land
Noise Ordinance
85 dB(A) during the day (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
65 dB(A) at night (10:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
Exceptions
Exceptions may be made when the noise or sound was created by persons lawfully using a public facility.
Fines
An excessive noise violation shall be punished, upon conviction, by a fine not to exceed $500.00.
Contact
Sugar Land Police Department
Phone: (281) 275-2020
Remember to provide essential details, including the noise’s location and description, the time it occurred, and any other relevant information. Your input will assist in prompt resolution.
Further Reading
The Woodlands
Nose Ordinance
Follows noise ordinance of the State of Texas.
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