No county HVAC noise ordinance. Texas counties cannot enact noise regulations. Only TX Penal Code Section 42.01 applies if unreasonable. No setback or sound barrier requirements for HVAC equipment.
There is no county HVAC equipment noise ordinance in unincorporated Dallas County. Texas counties lack authority to enact noise regulations, so there are no setback requirements, sound barrier mandates, or decibel limits for HVAC equipment. Only Texas Penal Code Section 42.01 applies if HVAC noise is unreasonable (85 dB after officer notice). HOA covenants may restrict HVAC equipment placement in some subdivisions.
TX Penal Code Section 42.01 only if unreasonable: Class C misdemeanor, fine up to $500.
Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie Sec. 13-283 (Ord. 11192-2022) sets decibel limits by zone: Residential 65/58 dBA Leq day/night, Commercial 67/60, Industrial 70/65, Entertainme...
Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie Sec. 13-280(12) exempts normal property maintenance noise during daytime hours (6 AM-10 PM). Leaf blowers and lawn equipment must comply with d...
Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie Sec. 13-282 designates Noise Zone 3 for manufacturing, industrial, and governmental properties. Sec. 13-283 sets limits of 70 dBA Leq daytime /...
Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie Ch. 29, Art. VII regulates junk/inoperable vehicles. Inoperable vehicles (wrecked, flat tires, expired registration) may not be stored visibly ...
Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie prohibits R-panel, metal sheeting, and plywood fencing in residential areas. Only wood, masonry, chain link, wood slats, and wrought iron are a...
Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie requires pool fences at least 48 inches tall with gaps under 4 inches from the ground. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching. Chain link...
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