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Noise Ordinances in Janesville, WI (2026)

3 verified noise ordinances for Janesville, Wisconsin, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Quiet Hours

Janesville enforces quiet hours as the Rock County seat (pop. 65,000). The former GM assembly plant city on the Rock River manages noise from remaining industry and growing residential areas.

Janesville Quiet Hours & Noise Ordinance

Some Restrictions

Barking Dogs

Janesville considers excessive barking a nuisance. Animal control handles complaints. WI Stat. §174 covers dog regulation statewide.

Janesville Barking Dog Regulations

Some Restrictions

Amplified Music & Events

Janesville regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events. WI Stat. §947.01 applies.

Janesville Amplified Music & Event Noise Rules

Some Restrictions

Looking for Rock County county-wide rules?

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

Noise Ordinances in Rock County