Amplified music rules in Little Rock, AR — also called sound permit, PA system, or live music ordinances — set decibel limits, time-of-day restrictions, and when permits are required.
Little Rock regulates amplified music under its general noise ordinance. Permits may be required for public events with amplified sound. Residential areas have stricter limits.
Little Rock requires compliance with noise ordinance limits for amplified music. Public events with amplified sound typically need special event permits with noise conditions. Residential amplified music must not exceed property-line noise limits. Outdoor concerts and festivals need city-approved event permits. Live music venues operate under conditional use permits with sound conditions. A.C.A. § 5-71-207 applies to unreasonable noise disturbances from amplified music.
Noise violation: $100 to $500. Unpermitted public amplification: $250 to $1,000. Repeat offenses may result in Class C misdemeanor charges.
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