Noise from Specific Sources in Bay County, MI (2026)
3 rules for unincorporated Bay County, Michigan.
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HVAC & Mechanical Noise
Bay County's noise ordinance requires muffling on any noise-creating blower or power fan, the kind of equipment used in HVAC and ventilation systems, if its operation causes noise from the explosion of operating gases or fluids. Section 62.003(o) of Part 62 makes an unmuffled blower or fan a prohibited unnecessary noise. A violation is a misdemeanor with fines up to $100 and up to 90 days in jail.
Bay County Requires Muffled Blowers and Fans
Some RestrictionsBay County Code of Ordinances § 62.003(o)
Blowers. The operation of any noise-creating blower or power fan or any internal combustion engine, the operation of which causes noises due to the explosion of operating gases or fluids, unless the noise from such blower or fan is muffled and such engine is equipped with a muffler device sufficient to deaden such noise.
Generator Noise
Bay County's noise ordinance requires a muffler on any stationary internal combustion engine, including a backup generator, so its exhaust does not create loud or explosive noise. Section 62.003(g) of Part 62 bans discharging engine exhaust into the open air except through a muffler or similar device. Violation is a misdemeanor punishable by up to a $100 fine and 90 days in jail.
Bay County Requires Mufflers on Generators
Some RestrictionsBay County Code of Ordinances § 62.003(g)
Exhausts. The discharge into the open air of the exhaust of any steam engine, stationary internal combustion engine, motor boat or motor vehicle, except through a muffler or other device which will effectively prevent loud or explosive noises therefrom.
Delivery Truck Noise
Bay County's noise ordinance flags loud loading, unloading and box-opening noise from delivery trucks as a prohibited unnecessary noise, especially between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. The rule applies countywide under Part 62, the Noise Control Ordinance adopted in 1981. Violators face a misdemeanor with fines up to $100 and up to 90 days in jail.
Bay County Bans Loading Noise After 10 PM
Some RestrictionsBay County Code of Ordinances § 62.003(h)
Loading, unloading, opening boxes. The creation of loud and excessive noise in connection with loading or unloading any vehicle or the opening and destruction of bales, boxes, crates and containers, especially between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
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