Noise Ordinances in Nashville, TN (2026)
3 verified noise ordinances for Nashville, Tennessee, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Quiet Hours
Nashville's noise ordinance under Metro Code Title 9 prohibits sounds plainly audible beyond a property boundary that disturb neighbors. Amplified sound restrictions apply during late-night hours; the Department of Codes and Building Safety enforces violations.
Nashville Quiet Hours & Noise Ordinance
Some RestrictionsConstruction Hours
Metro Code §9.30.010 prohibits outdoor construction noise exceeding 70 dB(A) in or beside residential zones between 9 PM and 6 AM. No construction is allowed from midnight Saturday to midnight Sunday without a special permit.
Nashville Construction Noise Hours
Some RestrictionsBarking Dogs
Nashville prohibits dogs from disturbing neighbors under Title 8 (Animals) and Title 9 (Noise). Persistent barking constitutes a nuisance and is enforceable by Metro Animal Care and Control.
Nashville Barking Dog Regulations
Some RestrictionsLooking for Davidson County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Nashville city rules.
Noise Ordinances in Davidson County →