Construction Hours: Live Oak vs San Antonio
How do construction hours rules compare between Live Oak, TX and San Antonio, TX?
Live Oak has fewer restrictions than San Antonio.
Live Oak, TX
Bexar County
Construction activity in Live Oak is generally limited to 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday with no work on Sundays or federal holidays, protecting residential neighborhoods and Randolph AFB flight-line personnel.
View full Live Oak rules →San Antonio, TX
Bexar County
San Antonio amended its construction noise ordinance in February 2022 (the 'Goodnight Construction Site' ordinance). Exterior construction is limited to 6 AM–10 PM Sun–Thu and 6 AM–11 PM Fri–Sat, with an 80 dBA construction noise limit. After-hours work requires a waiver with 72-hour neighbor notice.
View full San Antonio rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Live Oak | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday hours | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM | - |
| Saturday hours | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM typical | - |
| Sunday work | Generally prohibited | - |
| Emergency exceptions | Available with city permit | - |
| Contact | Live Oak (210) 653-9140 | - |
| Hours (Sun-Thu) | - | 6 AM – 10 PM |
| Hours (Fri-Sat) | - | 6 AM – 11 PM |
| dB Limit | - | 80 dBA construction |
| Waiver Notice | - | 72 hrs to neighbors |
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Live Oak FAQ
Can contractors start before 7 AM?
No. Early-morning construction noise is prohibited except for emergency utility repairs. Report violations to Live Oak Police at (210) 653-9140.
Is Sunday construction ever allowed?
Only with an emergency permit or for interior work that produces no audible noise at the property line.
San Antonio FAQ
What are the allowed construction hours in San Antonio?
San Antonio amended its construction noise ordinance in February 2022 (the 'Goodnight Construction Site' ordinance). Exterior construction is limited to 6 AM–10 PM Sun–Thu and 6 AM–11 PM Fri–Sat, with an 80 dBA construction noise limit. After-hours work requires a waiver with 72-hour neighbor...
Can construction work happen on weekends in San Antonio?
Hours (Sun-Thu): 6 AM – 10 PM. Hours (Fri-Sat): 6 AM – 11 PM. dB Limit: 80 dBA construction. Waiver Notice: 72 hrs to neighbors.
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