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Quiet Hours: Greensboro vs High Point

How do quiet hours rules compare between Greensboro, NC and High Point, NC?

Greensboro and High Point have similar restriction levels.

Greensboro, NC

Guilford County

Some Restrictions

Greensboro Chapter 18 sets quiet hours 11 PM-7 AM. Residential limits: 70 dB(C) daytime, 65 dB(C) nighttime. Sound measured C-weighted at the residential property line. Plainly audible standard also applies.

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High Point, NC

Guilford County

Some Restrictions

High Point regulates noise under Title 12 of its Code of Ordinances, prohibiting unreasonable noise that disturbs the peace. The city enforces stricter noise standards during nighttime hours, generally between 11 PM and 7 AM in residential areas.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactGreensboroHigh Point
Quiet Hours11 PM - 7 AM-
Residential Day70 dB(C)-
Residential Night65 dB(C)-
Commercial75 dB(C)-
Report336-373-2489 (Greensboro 311)-
Nighttime Hours-11 PM–7 AM stricter limits
Code-Title 12 Offenses
Enforcement-Police and Code Enforcement
Standard-Unreasonable noise prohibited

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Greensboro FAQ

High Point FAQ

What are the quiet hours in High Point?

Noise standards are stricter between 11 PM and 7 AM in residential areas. Unreasonable noise at any time can result in a citation under the city's noise ordinance.

How do I file a noise complaint in High Point?

Call the High Point Police non-emergency line at 336-883-3224 for active disturbances or contact Code Enforcement for ongoing noise issues.

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