Legal Construction Time In Maricopa
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It shall be unlawful and a violation of this chapter to conduct or permit any activity, or to produce, create or allow any noise beyond that person's property boundary or on a public street or highway, which exceeds ninety-two (92) dB(A) between a.m. and p.m. daily or sixty-five (65) dB(A) between p.m.
Building permits are required for all structures with the exception of a structure that is less than 200 square feet with no electrical, plumbing or mechanical.
Building permits are required for all structures with the exception of a structure that is less than 200 square feet with no electrical, plumbing or mechanical.
To reduce particulate matter air pollution, all types of outdoor fires are prohibited in Maricopa County, except for fires that are specifically allowed by Rule 314.
Noise Ordinance (P-23) Therefore, it is hereby declared to be the policy of Maricopa County to prohibit excessive, unnecessary, disruptive, and annoying noises from all sources. The Sheriff's Department is responsible for enforcement of the Maricopa County Noise Ordinance (PDF).
Construction work (non-residential): All construction work in Commercial and Industrial zones not within 500 feet of Rural or Residential zones as per the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance, or within any zone but not within 1,500 feet of an occupied residence, shall not begin prior to a.m. and must stop by ...
From April 15th to October 15th inclusive, construction, landscaping, or repair work shall not begin prior to a.m. and must stop by p.m. each day in or within 500 feet of a residential zoning district or at such times as authorized by permit.
It shall be unlawful and a violation of this chapter to conduct or permit any activity, or to produce, create or allow any noise beyond that person's property boundary or on a public street or highway, which exceeds ninety-two (92) dB(A) between a.m. and p.m. daily or sixty-five (65) dB(A) between p.m.
For residential environments, the accepted decibel level is lower. Any noise exceeding 70 dB is considered disturbing. Residential limits usually start at 60 or 55 dB (the equivalent noise of a regular vacuum cleaner). Time limits usually apply after 10 pm and until 7 am.
It shall be unlawful for any person in or upon a public street, alley, or public place within unincorporated Maricopa County to make any loud or offensive noise, to speak in a loud tone, or to scream or shout in a manner that disturbs the peace and quiet of people living in the vicinity thereof.
