Noise from Specific Sources in Volusia County, FL (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Volusia County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

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

HVAC & Mechanical Noise

Volusia County's noise ordinance exempts air conditioners from its decibel limits under Sec. 50-476(d)(1), as long as the unit runs to the manufacturer's specifications and stays in proper working order under American Refrigeration Institute standards. The same carve-out covers lawn mowers and farm equipment used in daylight with original mufflers.

Volusia County Air Conditioner Noise Rule

Few Restrictions

Volusia County Code § 50-476(d)(1)

(1)Air conditioners are exempt when this equipment is functioning in accord with the manufacturer's specifications and in proper operating condition according to standards promulgated by the American Refrigeration Institute. The same exception shall apply to lawn mowers and agricultural equipment operated during daylight hours with original mufflers and noise-reducing equipment in use.

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Generator Noise

Volusia County exempts backup generators from its noise limits, but only lets residents test or exercise them between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, under Sec. 50-476(d)(13). Generators actually running to supply power during an outage stay exempt at any hour if run to specification.

Volusia County Generator Testing Hours

Some Restrictions

Volusia County Code § 50-476(d)(13)

(13)Generators that are used to provide power during an outage are exempt, providing that the generator is operating in accordance within the manufacturer's specifications, with all standard equipment, and is in proper operating condition. Manual and automatic exercising or testing of any generator shall be limited to the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

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Noise from Specific Sources by City in Volusia County

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

Daytona BeachPop. 72,647

2 verified rules • Bar & Nightclub Noise, HVAC & Mechanical Noise

Port OrangePop. 65,197

1 verified rule • Bar & Nightclub Noise

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