Amplified music rules in Garland, TX — also called sound permit, PA system, or live music ordinances — set decibel limits, time-of-day restrictions, and when permits are required.
Amplified sound in Garland is regulated under Chapter 32; sound 'plainly audible' more than 50 feet from the source after 10 PM is a violation.
Garland's noise ordinance prohibits amplified sound - speakers, PA systems, car stereos, DJ equipment - that is plainly audible at 50 feet or beyond between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM, or that exceeds property-line dBA limits at any time. Vehicle audio violations are commonly cited along Buckingham Road, Northwest Highway, and IH-635 service roads. Bars and venues must keep amplified sound contained within the building after 10 PM unless they hold a special-event permit. First-offense fines start around $200 and can reach $500; repeat offenders face escalating penalties and possible equipment impoundment for vehicle stereo violations. Garland Police handle most after-hours amplified-music calls at (972) 485-4840.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Garland code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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