How Weymouth Handles Noise Ordinances: A Practical Guide

Weymouth maintains 19 local ordinances across all categories, and 2 of those deal specifically with noise ordinances. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Weymouth falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Quiet Hours

Weymouth's Code of Ordinances addresses noise as a nuisance and public peace matter. No specific published dBA limits were found; the fallback is MassDEP 310 CMR 7.10. The Board of Health and Police enforce noise complaints. Default noncriminal fine is $50 per violation.

Key details: Code Section: Weymouth Code of Ordinances, Ch. 13. Default Fine: $50/violation (noncriminal). State Fallback: 310 CMR 7.10 (MassDEP: 10 dBA above ambient). Enforcement: Police, Board of Health, Building Inspector. Complaints: Weymouth Police: (781) 335-1212.

Default noncriminal fine: $50 per violation (MGL c. 40 §21D). Each day of continuing violation is a separate offense.

Barking Dogs

Weymouth Code Chapter 6 (Animals) prohibits owners from allowing animals to disturb neighbors. The Animal Control Officer and police handle barking dog complaints. Violation fines escalate to $100 for third offenses.

Key details: Code Section: Weymouth Code §§6-700–6-812. Third Offense Fine: $100. Enforcement: Animal Control Officer + Police. Contact: Weymouth Police: (781) 335-1212.

Third offense: $100 fine. Each day is a separate violation. (Weymouth Code §§6-700–6-812)

The Bottom Line

Weymouth'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 Weymouth is broadly strict or permissive.

All of the above reflects Weymouth's municipal code as of our last review. If you need specifics on fines, exemptions, or filing requirements, the detailed ordinance pages linked above have the full breakdown.