Quiet Hours: Alpharetta vs Roswell
How do quiet hours rules compare between Alpharetta, GA and Roswell, GA?
Alpharetta and Roswell have similar restriction levels.
Alpharetta, GA
Fulton County
Fulton County Code Sec. 46-144 prohibits loud and disturbing noise at all hours, with stricter enforcement at night. The county uses a plainly audible standard tied to residential property lines.
View full Alpharetta rules →Roswell, GA
Fulton County
Roswell Code §8.8.3 (Types of Nuisances) sets a 70 dB residential daytime cap from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. and a 60 dB nighttime cap from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., measured at the property line of the receiving property. The current enforceable framework was adopted in 2024 after years of debate to make Article 8.8 objectively measurable.
View full Roswell rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Alpharetta | Roswell |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | Ch. 46, Sec. 46-144 | Roswell Code §8.8.3 |
| Standard | Plainly audible / disturbing | - |
| Max Penalty | Up to $1,000 / 60 days | Up to $1,000 / 6 months |
| State Law | O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 | - |
| Day Cap (Residential) | - | 70 dBA, 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. |
| Night Cap (Residential) | - | 60 dBA, 11 p.m. - 7 a.m. |
| Measurement Point | - | Property line of receiver |
| Amplified Sound Permits | - | Prohibited |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Alpharetta FAQ
Does Fulton County have set quiet hours?
The county does not publish a single fixed decibel curfew. Sec. 46-144 prohibits loud and disturbing noise at any time, with enforcement focused on nighttime hours roughly 11 PM to 7 AM and a plainly audible standard at residential property lines.
Does the county ordinance apply inside Atlanta or Sandy Springs?
No. Each city in Fulton County has its own noise ordinance. Sec. 46-144 applies in unincorporated Fulton County. Check the relevant city code for incorporated areas.
Roswell FAQ
What are Roswell's quiet hours?
Residential quiet hours run 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. under Roswell Code §8.8.3, with a 60 dBA cap measured at the receiver's property line. Daytime (7 a.m.-11 p.m.) is capped at 70 dBA.
Can my venue get a special permit to play louder?
No. Roswell's current code explicitly prohibits amplified-sound permits, so even permitted events must comply with the §8.8.3 decibel limits at neighboring property lines.
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