Noise Ordinances in Allegheny County, PA (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
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Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound
Using electrical amplifying equipment is a prohibited activity in Allegheny County parks unless the Parks Department issues written authorization.
Allegheny County Parks Amplified Sound Ban
Significant RestrictionsAllegheny County Code § 650-1(J)(1)
Noise. (1) Using electrical amplifying equipment. K. Alcoholic beverages. (1) All alcoholic beverages in glass containers. (2) Possession of an alcoholic beverage in an open container or consumption of alcoholic beverages in areas other than buildings or groves where a permit has been issued under the provisions of § 650-2J. L. Bottled beverages. (1) All glass containers.
Aircraft Noise
Allegheny County requires new subdivisions in FAA noise-contour zones near airports to either restrict development to noise-compatible uses or soundproof structures to County Aviation Department standards before final plan approval.
Allegheny County Aircraft Noise Zoning Rule
Some RestrictionsAllegheny County Code § 780-510.E(1)(a)
Subdivisions and land developments located in areas which are impacted or projected to be impacted by high levels of aircraft-related noise, as delineated in the most recent airport noise contour maps, shall comply with one of the following two options: Land shall be subdivided or developed only for uses that are compatible with existing and projected noise levels. ... Structures shall be sound...
Noise Ordinances by City in Allegheny County
2 cities in Allegheny County have their own noise ordinances rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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