Sterling Heights, MI Noise from Specific Sources: Delivery Truck Noise (2026)

Vehicle noises generally. The operation of any truck, automobile, motorcycle or other vehicle as to cause loud noise.

(5)   Steam whistles or sirens. The operation of any steam whistle or siren, except for the purpose of giving notice of the time to begin or stop work or as a warning of fire or other danger or for other purposes upon special permit from the City Council.

(6)   Engine exhausts. The discharge outside of any enclosed building of the exhaust of any steam engine, internal combustion motor engine, vehicle or motorboat engine, except through a muffler or other similar device which effectively prevents the discharge of loud noises.

(7)   Construction noises. The erection (including excavation), demolition, alteration or repair of any building or premises, or the excavation of streets and highways, in or within 30 feet of any residence or residential zoning district other than between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.

(8)   Devices to attract attention. The use of any drum, loudspeaker or other instrument or device for the purpose of attracting attention to any person, event, performance, show, sale or display of merchandise.

(9)   Mobile sound amplification. The broadcasting of electronically reproduced sound from motor vehicles or other portable means, when audible to or perceived by others in the community who are not responsible for such broadcast, has the deleterious effect upon the community of increasing noise