Noise Ordinances in Bexar County, TX (2026)
4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Bexar County, Texas.
Verified from official government sources
Quiet Hours
Bexar County has NO noise ordinance. Texas counties lack the police power to enact one. Unincorporated noise complaints fall back to Texas Penal Code §42.01(a)(5) disorderly conduct, which requires noise over 85 dB after a peace-officer warning. The Bexar County Sheriff handles calls; Code Compliance does not enforce sound.
Bexar County, TX Noise Ordinance: No Local Quiet Hours
Few RestrictionsTexas Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct - 85 dB Presumption)
Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly: ... (5) makes unreasonable noise in a public place other than a sport shooting range ... or in or near a private residence that he has no right to occupy ... (c) For purposes of this section: ... (2) a noise is presumed to be unreasonable if the noise exceeds a decibel level of 85 after the person ...
Barking Dogs
Bexar County has no barking dog ordinance. Texas counties cannot enact animal noise regulations. Only state disorderly conduct law applies. Bexar County Sheriff handles complaints in unincorporated areas.
Bexar County Barking Dog Enforcement
Few RestrictionsTexas Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct - Unreasonable Noise)
Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly: ... (5) makes unreasonable noise in a public place other than a sport shooting range, as defined by Section 250.001, Local Government Code, or in or near a private residence that he has no right to occupy ... (c) For purposes of this section: ... (2) a noise is presumed to be unreasonable if the no...
Leaf Blower Rules
Unincorporated Bexar County has no leaf blower ordinance; use is limited only by TX Penal Code 42.01 disorderly conduct. San Antonio and other cities impose their own hour rules.
Bexar County Leaf Blower Rules
Few RestrictionsTexas Penal Code Sec. 42.01 (Disorderly Conduct - Unreasonable Noise)
Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly: ... (5) makes unreasonable noise in a public place ... or in or near a private residence that he has no right to occupy ... (c) For purposes of this section: ... (2) a noise is presumed to be unreasonable if the noise exceeds a decibel level of 85 after the person making the noise receives notice f...
Decibel Limits
Unincorporated Bexar County sets no dBA limits since Texas counties lack zoning power. San Antonio Chapter 21 uses ~63 dBA daytime and ~56 dBA nighttime at residential property lines.
Bexar County Decibel Limits
Few RestrictionsTexas Transportation Code Secs. 547.501, 547.604 (Vehicle Noise/Muffler)
Sec. 547.604. MUFFLER REQUIRED. (a) A motor vehicle shall be equipped with a muffler in good working condition that continually operates to prevent excessive or unusual noise. (b) A person may not use a muffler cutout, bypass, or similar device on a motor vehicle. Sec. 547.501. AUDIBLE WARNING DEVICES. ... (d) A warning device, including a horn, may not emit an unreasonably loud or harsh sound ...
Noise Ordinances by City in Bexar County
4 cities in Bexar County have their own noise ordinances rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
8 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound
7 verified rules • Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound, Barking Dogs
6 verified rules • Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound, Barking Dogs
6 verified rules • Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound, Barking Dogs
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