Amplified music rules in Fall River, MA β also called sound permit, PA system, or live music ordinances β set decibel limits, time-of-day restrictions, and when permits are required.
Amplified music in Bristol County cities requires entertainment licenses from the local licensing board. Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton each regulate outdoor amplification. MGL c. 272 Β§53 disturbing-the-peace is the state backstop.
Each Bristol County municipality regulates amplified music through its local licensing board or board of selectmen. Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton require entertainment licenses under MGL c. 140 Β§183A for venues presenting live or recorded amplified music. Outdoor festivals and block parties need special one-day entertainment permits. ABCC-licensed bars and restaurants must comply with noise conditions on their liquor licenses. Residential amplified music is governed by local noise bylaws and MassDEP 310 CMR 7.10 (sound exceeding ambient by 10+ dB at the property line). Historic downtowns in Taunton and New Bedford have active nightlife with amplified-music enforcement zones. MGL c. 272 Β§53 disturbing-the-peace is the state backstop for repeat complaints.
Unpermitted amplification: $100 to $500 per incident. Entertainment license revocation for repeat violations. MGL c. 272 Β§53 disturbing-the-peace charges possible for egregious cases.
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