Noise Ordinances in Pharr, TX (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Quiet Hours

Pharr's noise ordinance is codified in the municipal code hosted on Municode. Quiet hours are enforced evenings and early mornings. Violations are Class C misdemeanors under TX Penal Code §42.01.

Pharr Quiet Hours & Nighttime Noise Rules

Some Restrictions

Texas Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct), Subsection (a)(5) and (c)(2)

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: ... (2) a noise is presumed to be unreasonable if the no...

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Construction Hours

Construction noise in Pharr is governed by local ordinance. Standard South Texas practice allows construction during daytime hours. Verify current hours with Pharr Building & Code Compliance.

Pharr Construction Noise Hours & Limits

Some Restrictions

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Barking Dogs

Persistent barking is enforceable as a nuisance under Pharr's animal and nuisance ordinances. Officer warning typically required before citation.

Pharr Barking Dog & Animal Noise Rules

Some Restrictions

Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct), Subsection (a)(5), (c)(2), (d)

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: ... (2) a noise is presumed to be unreasonable if the no...

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Aircraft Noise

Aircraft noise is federally regulated. Pharr is near McAllen-Miller International Airport (MFE). Local ordinances cannot override FAA authority.

Pharr Aircraft Noise Regulations & Airport Compatibility

Few Restrictions

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