Manitou Springs's Noise Ordinances: The Rules That Matter

Every city handles noise ordinances a little differently. In Manitou Springs, Colorado, there are 3 distinct rules that residents and property owners should be aware of. Some are stricter than what neighboring cities enforce, and others are more relaxed. Here is what you need to know.

Construction Hours

Construction noise in Manitou Springs is regulated under Chapter 6.08 and the Colorado state noise framework (C.R.S. §25-12-103). Standard construction hours are 7 AM–7 PM. Given the town's tourist character, construction noise outside business hours is particularly discouraged.

Key details: Practical Construction Window: 7 AM–7 PM standard. Code Section: Chapter 6.08; C.R.S. §25-12-103. Permits: Pikes Peak Regional Building Dept: 719-327-2880. Police Non-Emergency: 719-390-5555.

First offense: $200 to $500. Stop-work orders for violations outside permitted hours. Repeat offenses: up to $1,000.

Barking Dogs

Manitou Springs Municipal Code Chapter 7.04.090 requires pet owners to prevent animals from disturbing neighbors with excessive barking or howling. Violations result in citations through the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR).

Key details: Code Section: Chapter 7.04.090 — Animal Noise. Enforcement: HSPPR Animal Welfare Officers: 719-302-8798. Responsibility: Owner responsible for preventing noise disturbances. Report: HSPPR: 719-302-8798.

Citations under Chapter 7.04.090. Repeat violations may result in mandatory court appearance and fines.

Quiet Hours

Manitou Springs enacted a formal Noise Regulation Ordinance (No. 2817, adopted August 15, 2017), codified in Chapter 6.08 of the municipal code. The city is a small historic tourist town and enforces noise standards to preserve residential quality of life.

Key details: Noise Ordinance: Chapter 6.08 (Ord. No. 2817, adopted Aug 15, 2017). State Nighttime Limit: 50 dB(A) residential, 7 PM–7 AM (C.R.S. §25-12-103). State Daytime Limit: 55 dB(A) residential, 7 AM–7 PM. Police Non-Emergency: 719-390-5555. STR Noise: Hosts responsible for guest compliance.

Citations issued under Chapter 6.08; penalty under general penalty provisions. Repeat violations may result in court summons.

The Bottom Line

Manitou Springs's noise ordinances rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Manitou Springs is broadly strict or permissive.

These rules come from Manitou Springs's publicly available municipal code. For complete penalty schedules, exemption details, and answers to common questions, see the individual ordinance pages throughout this guide.