Especially during the summer, when we have our windows open, complaints are voiced about the noise level in our neighborhoods. Check out the information below and click on the link for further information to review the City’s Noise Restrictions.
http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/environment/noise.asp
Neighborhood Noise Information
Common Noise Restrictions
Construction/demolition noise is allowed 7am-6pm and requires a Noise
Permit anytime on Saturday and Sunday.
Garbage pickup noise is allowed 6am-10pm within 500 feet of a
residential property. Complaints should be submitted to Business
Licensing.
Outdoor amplified sound audible above the level of conversational
speech at a distance of 50 feet requires a Noise Permit at any time.
Sound from motor vehicle sound system or audio system clearly audible
beyond 50 feet from where it is originating is illegal.
Power lawnmowers, power trimmers, power saws, leaf blowers, or similar
tools are allowed to operate between 9am–9pm.
Snow blowers/snow plows may be operated at any time as conditions warrant.
Let’s get to know the ‘Fireworks Facts’ provided by the Minneapolis Police Department. Many fireworks are illegal: firecrackers, bottle rockets, roman candles and more. To find out all you need to know about ‘fireworks’, read all about it by clicking on the link.
