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Noise Ordinances in Grapevine, TX (2026)

9 verified noise ordinances for Grapevine, Texas, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Quiet Hours

Grapevine Code of Ordinances Chapter 18 regulates noise with quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily. Sound plainly audible from an adjoining property during these hours is a noise disturbance.

Grapevine Quiet Hours

Some Restrictions

Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly: [...] (5) makes unreasonable noise in a public place other than a sport shooting range, as defined by Section 250.001, Local Government Code, or in or near a private residence that he has no right to occupy; [...] (c) For purposes of this section: (1) an act is deemed to occur in a public place or ...

Construction Hours

Grapevine limits construction noise to 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday under the noise ordinance. Sunday work is restricted to emergencies absent a special permit from the Building Inspections division.

Grapevine Construction Hours

Some Restrictions

Tex. Penal Code § 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct)

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;...

Barking Dogs

Grapevine prohibits habitual barking under the Animals chapter of the Code of Ordinances. Dogs that bark continuously for 15 minutes or intermittently for 30 minutes can be cited. Maximum fine is 500 dollars per day.

Grapevine Barking Dog Rules

Some Restrictions

Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct - includes unreasonable noise)

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the p...

Leaf Blower Rules

Grapevine has no blower-specific ban. Gas and electric leaf blowers are legal during daytime hours and subject only to the general noise ordinance and 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. residential practice.

Grapevine Leaf Blower Rules

Few Restrictions

Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct - includes unreasonable noise)

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the p...

Amplified Music & Events

Amplified music in Grapevine is regulated by the noise ordinance and special event permits. Sound must not be plainly audible at a neighboring property after 10 p.m. Historic Main Street has festival exceptions.

Grapevine Amplified Music Rules

Some Restrictions

Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct - includes unreasonable noise)

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the p...

Aircraft Noise

Aircraft noise at DFW is regulated federally by the FAA, not by Grapevine. The city lies under multiple DFW flight tracks and noise contours but cannot regulate overflights. Complaints go to the DFW Airport Noise Office.

Grapevine Aircraft Noise Rules

Few Restrictions

FAA Aircraft Noise Program (Federal Preemption under 49 U.S.C. § 40103)

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 industry partners, local communities, and elected officials. Decisions about flight times, number of operations, and aircraft...

Industrial Noise

Industrial noise in Grapevine is regulated by Chapter 18 plus zoning conditions in industrial districts. Facilities along SH 121 and Hall Johnson must meet daytime and nighttime decibel expectations at residential property lines.

Grapevine Industrial Noise Rules

Some Restrictions

Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct - includes unreasonable noise)

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the p...

Decibel Limits

Grapevine primarily uses a plainly audible standard rather than fixed decibel limits. TX Penal Code 42.01 sets an 85 dB threshold for disorderly conduct. Officers may use meters in disputed cases.

Grapevine Decibel Limits

Some Restrictions

Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct - includes unreasonable noise)

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the p...

Outdoor Music

Outdoor music at venues and events in Grapevine requires a permit when it extends beyond normal operations. Main Street wineries and the Gaylord Texan operate under specific CO and SUP conditions.

Grapevine Outdoor Music Rules

Some Restrictions

Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct - includes unreasonable noise)

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the p...

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

Noise Ordinances in Tarrant County