Quiet hours in Tucson, AZ — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Tucson Code §16-31 sets quiet hours 10 PM–7 AM with daytime limit of 70 dBA and nighttime limit of 62 dBA at the receiving property line. Both objective (dB) and subjective (disturbance) standards apply.
Tucson Code §16-31 (Excessive Noise) prohibits noise exceeding 70 dBA from 7 AM to 10 PM and 62 dBA from 10 PM to 7 AM measured at the receiving property line. The ordinance also uses a subjective standard — any noise that 'disturbs the public peace, quiet or comfort of neighboring inhabitants' is prohibited regardless of time. The Fourth Avenue and downtown entertainment corridors have specific live-music venue provisions. Davis-Monthan AFB military aircraft noise is federally exempt. Enforcement by Tucson Police and code enforcement; report non-emergency complaints to 792-CITY.
Civil infraction. Fines from $50 up to $500+ per offense for repeat violations.
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