noise ordinance
Sound level regulation
A noise ordinance is a local law regulating sound levels, typically setting limits on volume, timing, or duration of noise.
Most municipalities have noise ordinances restricting loud music, construction, or other disturbances during nighttime hours: The neighbors called the cops on us for violating the noise ordinance.
Enforcement varies widely.
- decibelTenth of a bel
- violationBreaking of rules
- curfewMandated return time
- quiet hoursDesignated low-noise times
- late nightTime near midnight
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noise ordinancenoise complaint
Report of disruptive volume
unwritten rule · verbal warning · social pressure · gentlemen's agreement · custom
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