Noise Ordinances in Allegheny County, PA (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Allegheny County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound

Allegheny County bans using electrical amplifying equipment anywhere inside a County park. The rule sits in Code § 650-1(J)(1) under the heading Noise. The only recognized exceptions are a written authorization signed by the Parks Department Director, a sign posted by the Director's representatives, or an immediate direction from a County police officer. It covers park land only.

Allegheny County Park Amplified Sound Ban

Significant Restrictions

Allegheny County Code § 650-1(J)(1)

The below-listed activities are specifically prohibited in any area lying within a County park. Exceptions to these prohibitions will be recognized only upon possession and presentation of a written authorization signed by the Director of the Parks Department, by signs posted by authorized representatives of the Director, or by immediate direction of a County police officer. ... J. Noise. (1) U...

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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 Restrictions

Allegheny 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...

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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.

PittsburghPop. 302,971

8 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound

Penn HillsPop. 41,305

6 verified rules • Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound, Barking Dogs

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