Noise from Specific Sources in Rutherford County, TN (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Rutherford County, Tennessee.

Verified from official government sources

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

HVAC & Mechanical Noise

In unincorporated Rutherford County, outdoor HVAC equipment counts as a permitted yard obstruction under Section 1101 C.2.e only if it sits at least 18 inches from the property line. Section 1106 B.2 then caps the sound crossing that line at 60 dBA from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 55 dBA overnight in residential areas.

HVAC Equipment Noise Limits in Rutherford County, TN

Some Restrictions

Rutherford County Zoning Ordinance §§ 1101 C.2.e, 1106 B.2

e. HVAC equipment, provided they are no closer than 18 inches to a property line. ... c. Maximum Permitted Sound Levels. The maximum permitted sound pressure levels in decibels across zone lot lines and district boundaries shall be in accordance with the following table. This table shall be used to determine the maximum noise level, measured in A-weighted decibels, which shall be permitted at t...

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Noise from Specific Sources by City in Rutherford County

1 cities in Rutherford County have their own noise from specific sources rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

MurfreesboroPop. 152,769

5 verified rules • Bar & Nightclub Noise, Delivery Truck Noise

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