Noise from Specific Sources in Clark County, NV (2026)
6 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Clark County, Nevada.
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HVAC & Mechanical Noise
Clark County caps continuous mechanical noise, including HVAC and AC units, at fixed decibel levels that vary by zoning district and time of day, measured at the property line.
Clark County HVAC Equipment Noise Limits
Some RestrictionsClark County Code § 30.04.07(D)(1)(ii)
The maximum permissible sound pressure level of any continuous, regular, or frequency source of sound produced by any activity shall be established by time period and type of zoning district per Table 30.04-12. ... Sound pressure levels shall be measured at all property lines at a height of at least 4 feet above the ground surface.
Bar & Nightclub Noise
Clark County caps bar and nightclub sound with a decibel table tied to zoning district and time of day, but fully exempts venues inside the Gaming Enterprise District, the Strip corridor.
Clark County Nightclub and Bar Noise Rules
Significant RestrictionsClark County Code § 30.04.07D (Title 30: Unified Development Code)
The maximum permissible sound pressure level of any continuous, regular, or frequency source of sound produced by any activity shall be established by time period and type of zoning district per Table 30.04-12... The requirements of this Section do not apply to: ... vi. Properties located within the Gaming Enterprise District, as shown on the Gaming Enterprise District Map, between Sahara Avenu...
Car Alarm Limits
Clark County has no car-alarm-specific ordinance; a blaring alarm is enforced under the county's general unnecessary-noise ban, a misdemeanor.
Car Alarm Noise Rules in Clark County
Light RestrictionsClark County Code § 14.55.020
It shall be unlawful to make, cause or suffer or permit to be made or caused upon any premises near any private residence, apartment house, dwelling house or public place in the unincorporated areas of Clark County, any unnecessary noises or sounds which are physically annoying to persons of ordinary sensitivity or which are so harsh or so prolonged or unnatural or unusual in their use, time or...
Generator Noise
Clark County caps continuous mechanical and generator noise at fixed decibel levels by octave band, zoning district, and time of day, capping residential nighttime sound at 50 decibels under Title 30's operational noise standards for unincorporated areas including the Las Vegas Strip.
Clark County Generator Noise Limits
Some RestrictionsClark County Code § 30.04.07(D)
The maximum permissible sound pressure level of any continuous, regular, or frequency source of sound produced by any activity shall be established by time period and type of zoning district per Table 30.04-12. ... The levels specified may be exceeded by 10 decibels for a single period not to exceed 15 minutes in any 1 day.
Delivery Truck Noise
Clark County exempts loading and unloading noise near homes from its decibel limits, but only between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.
Clark County Delivery Truck Noise Rule
Light RestrictionsClark County Code § 30.04.07(D)(3)(iii)
The requirements of this Section do not apply to: i. Construction and/or demolition activities when conducted during daytime hours, or pursuant to Nevada Revised Statutes, or according to an approved schedule for nighttime work. ii. Sound-generating equipment or apparatus used for public safety or to warn the public of an emergency. ...
Low-Frequency Bass Limits
Clark County's octave-band noise standard singles out the 31.5 and 63 Hz bass range, capping it at 72 dBA daytime and 65 dBA nighttime in residential zones under Title 30's development standards.
Clark County Low-Frequency Bass Noise Limit
Some RestrictionsClark County Code § 30.04.07(D)(1)(ii) (Table 30.04-12)
The maximum permissible sound pressure level of any continuous, regular, or frequency source of sound produced by any activity shall be established by time period and type of zoning district per Table 30.04-12. Octave Band Center Frequency (Hertz) Residential Districts Nonresidential Districts DAYTIME HOURS NIGHTTIME DAYTIME HOURS NIGHTTIME 31.5 63 72 65 76 65
Noise from Specific Sources by City in Clark County
2 cities in Clark County have their own noise from specific sources rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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