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Noise Ordinances in Gilbert, AZ (2026)

7 verified noise ordinances for Gilbert, Arizona, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Quiet Hours

Gilbert prohibits unnecessary, excessive, and offensive noises under Chapter 42 of the town code. The policy protects residents from noise detrimental to health, safety, and welfare at certain levels.

Gilbert Noise Ordinance and Quiet Hours

Some Restrictions

Town of Gilbert Municipal Code Sec. 42-61 & Sec. 42-63

Sec. 42-61. Noise. (a) Declaration of policy. It is hereby declared to be the policy of the town to prohibit unnecessary, excessive and offensive noises from all sources subject to its police power. At certain levels, noises are detrimental to the health, safety and welfare of the citizenry, and in the public interest, such noise shall be systematically proscribed. [...] (e) Allowable noise lev...

Construction Hours

Gilbert restricts construction noise near residential zones under Section 42-63. Weekday construction may begin at 5 AM and must stop by 10 PM. Weekend and holiday hours are 7 AM to 7 PM with concrete pouring from 6 AM.

Gilbert Construction Hours and Noise Limits

Some Restrictions

Barking Dogs

Gilbert addresses barking dog complaints through the noise ordinance and animal control regulations. Persistent barking that disturbs neighbors constitutes a nuisance and can result in citations.

Gilbert Barking Dog Noise Enforcement

Some Restrictions

Leaf Blower Rules

Gilbert does not ban leaf blowers but regulates all outdoor equipment noise through the general noise ordinance. Power equipment use must comply with construction-style hour restrictions near residential zones.

Gilbert Leaf Blower and Equipment Noise Rules

Few Restrictions

Amplified Music & Events

Gilbert regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events. ARS §13-2916 applies.

Gilbert Amplified Music & Event Noise Rules

Some Restrictions

Aircraft Noise

Gilbert is near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and Williams Gateway training areas. Aircraft noise is federally regulated and exempt from local noise ordinances under FAA preemption.

Gilbert Aircraft Noise and Flight Paths

Few Restrictions

FAA — Aircraft Noise Issues

The National Airspace System helps people and goods travel safely and freely. While there are many benefits to air travel, aviation noise can be a concern for communities. The FAA is limited by the simple reality that aircraft make noise. Addressing this concern requires collaboration among the FAA, air carriers, airports, aircraft manufacturers, research universities, other stakeholders and in...

Industrial Noise

Gilbert regulates industrial and commercial noise through Chapter 42. Commercial and industrial zones not within 500 feet of residential have hours of 5 AM to 10 PM, with noise not to be excessive at any time.

Gilbert Industrial and Commercial Noise Standards

Some Restrictions

Town of Gilbert Municipal Code Sec. 42-61(e) & Sec. 42-62(a)

Sec. 42-61. Noise. [...] (e) Allowable noise levels. (1) It is unlawful for any person to create any noise which would cause the noise level measured from the inside, with the windows and doors closed, of a complainant's residential dwelling, enclosed commercial building or suite, or enclosed industrial building or suite to exceed the following community noise standards for more than 15 minutes...

Looking for Maricopa County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Gilbert city rules.

Noise Ordinances in Maricopa County