Construction Hours: Rockville vs Takoma Park
How do construction hours rules compare between Rockville, MD and Takoma Park, MD?
Rockville has fewer restrictions than Takoma Park.
Rockville, MD
Montgomery County
Construction noise in Rockville is permitted 7 AM to 7 PM weekdays and 9 AM to 5 PM weekends under MoCo Code Section 31B-6. Nighttime deliveries are prohibited in residential areas.
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Montgomery County
Takoma Park adopts Montgomery County construction noise standards (MoCo Code 31B-6) by reference. Weekday construction is allowed 7 AM to 5 PM at up to 75 dBA (85 dBA with a Noise Suppression Plan). Evenings, weekends, holidays, and nighttime have stricter residential limits of 65 dBA or 55 dBA.
View full Takoma Park rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Rockville | Takoma Park |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MoCo Sec. 31B-6 | MoCo Code 31B-6 |
| Weekday Hours | 7 AM-7 PM typical | 7 AM - 5 PM |
| Weekend Hours | 9 AM-5 PM typical | - |
| Night Delivery | Prohibited residential | - |
| Waiver | Available from DEP | - |
| Weekday dB | - | 75 dBA (85 w/ plan) |
| Evening/Weekend | - | 65 dBA residential |
| Nighttime | - | 55 dBA residential |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Rockville FAQ
When can construction start in Rockville?
Construction noise is generally permitted starting at 7 AM on weekdays and 9 AM on weekends. Work should stop by 7 PM on weekdays and 5 PM on weekends in residential areas.
Can I get permission for after-hours construction?
Yes. A noise waiver from the Montgomery County DEP may be granted for nighttime or weekend work if the applicant demonstrates the work cannot be done during standard hours.
Takoma Park FAQ
When can construction happen in Takoma Park?
Standard construction hours are 7 AM to 5 PM weekdays at up to 75 dBA. Work outside these hours must meet stricter residential limits: 65 dBA for evenings and weekends, 55 dBA at night.
What is a Noise Suppression Plan?
A Noise Suppression Plan allows construction noise up to 85 dBA during weekday hours (7 AM to 5 PM). It must be approved by the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection.
Can construction happen on weekends?
Yes, but noise cannot exceed 65 dBA at residential properties from 9 AM to 9 PM, or 55 dBA from 9 PM to 9 AM. No material deliveries or backup alarms are allowed during nighttime.
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