8 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Collin County, Texas.
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Unincorporated Collin County has no numeric quiet hours or decibel ordinance. TX Penal Code 42.01(a)(5) disorderly conduct applies to unreasonable noise between 10 PM and 7 AM, enforced by Collin County Sheriff. Most residents live within Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, or Richardson city limits where municipal noise codes apply.
Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01
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:(1) an act is deemed to occur in a public plac...
Collin County has no countywide construction hour ordinance for unincorporated areas. Construction noise is governed only by TX Penal Code 42.01 disorderly conduct. Cities within the county (Plano, Frisco, McKinney) set their own limits, typically 7 AM to 9 PM weekdays.
Collin County Animal Services enforces barking complaints under TX Health and Safety Code 822 and county animal control rules. Persistent barking more than 20 minutes can trigger a nuisance animal complaint. Collin County Animal Services operates at 4750 Community Ave, McKinney.
Tex. 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:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the p...
Collin County has no leaf-blower ordinance. Use is unrestricted in unincorporated areas. TX Penal Code 42.01 is the only backstop for early morning or late night use. Plano and Frisco cities restrict gas blowers to 7 AM to 8 PM.
Unincorporated Collin County has no amplified music ordinance. Loud parties and outdoor sound systems fall under TX Penal Code 42.01(a)(5). Sheriff deputies respond to complaints and may cite for disorderly conduct after warning.
Tex. Penal Code Sec. 42.01
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 unreasona...
Aircraft noise is federally preempted under 49 USC 40103. Collin County sits under DFW International Class B airspace and is near McKinney National Airport (TKI) and Aero Country (T31). Noise complaints go to FAA, not the county.
FAA Noise — Basics / How to File a Complaint or Inquiry / Research and Programs
The National Airspace System helps people and goods travel safely and freely. While there are many benefits to air travel, aviation noise can be a concern for communities. The FAA is limited by the simple reality that aircraft make noise. Addressing this concern requires collaboration among the FAA, air carriers, airports, aircraft manufacturers, research universities, other stakeholders and in...
Collin County does not zone, so commercial operations in unincorporated areas have no noise performance standards. Quarries, truck yards, and warehouses along US 75 and US 380 operate without county decibel limits. State disorderly conduct law applies.
Vehicle noise in unincorporated Collin County is governed by TX Transportation Code 547.604 requiring functioning mufflers and 547.605 banning muffler cutouts. No county decibel limit. DPS and Sheriff enforce on county roads.
Tex. Transp. Code Sec. 547.604
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.
4 cities in Collin County have their own noise ordinances rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
9 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
8 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
8 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
8 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
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