Noise Ordinances in Miami-Dade County, FL (2026)

7 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 8 cities in Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

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

Quiet Hours

Miami-Dade quiet hours are 11 PM-7 AM — sound from radios, TVs, or musical devices plainly audible 100 ft from the source is prima facie a violation of County Code §21-28. A 2023 amendment also bans construction equipment near residences 8 PM-7 AM. Civil fines start around $250.

Miami-Dade County Noise Ordinance & Quiet Hours

Heavy Restrictions

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Construction Hours

Miami-Dade County amended Section 21-28 in May 2023 to prohibit noise-producing construction equipment and machinery at or near residences between 8 PM and 7 AM. After-hours work requires a Temporary Noise Ordinance Waiver with 72-hour neighbor notification.

Miami-Dade County Construction Noise Hours

Some Restrictions

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Barking Dogs

Frequent barking, howling, or squawking by a pet dog, cat, or bird that is audible at 100 feet from the property violates Miami-Dade County Ordinance 21-28(c). Police can issue an automatic $100 fine upon witnessing the violation.

Miami-Dade County Barking Dog Regulations

Some Restrictions

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Leaf Blower Rules

Miami-Dade County prohibits operation of noise-producing lawn maintenance equipment including leaf blowers, mowers, edgers, weed trimmers, and chain saws at or near residences between 8 PM and 7 AM under Section 21-28.

Miami-Dade County Leaf Blower & Lawn Equipment Rules

Some Restrictions

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Amplified Music & Events

Miami-Dade County regulates amplified sound on public streets and at residences under Section 21-28. Sound trucks, loudspeakers, and amplified devices emitting loud and raucous noises on public streets are prohibited, with exceptions for political campaigns.

Miami-Dade County Amplified Music & Sound Regulations

Some Restrictions

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Aircraft Noise

Miami-Dade County has significant aircraft noise from Miami International Airport (MIA) and multiple general aviation airports. The county established airport noise zones under Chapter 25A of the County Code with building sound insulation requirements and residential use restrictions near airports.

Miami-Dade County Aircraft Noise

Heavy Restrictions

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Industrial Noise

Miami-Dade County regulates industrial and commercial noise under Chapter 21 of the County Code. Noise from industrial operations must not exceed established sound levels at residential property boundaries, with specific decibel standards for daytime and nighttime.