Amplified music rules in Plant City, FL — also called sound permit, PA system, or live music ordinances — set decibel limits, time-of-day restrictions, and when permits are required.
Amplified music audible beyond 50 feet from the property line, or after 11 PM, violates Plant City noise standards. Downtown historic district events require a city-issued special event permit.
Plant City prohibits amplified sound (speakers, DJs, live bands) that is plainly audible from more than 50 feet away from the property boundary in residential zones. Commercial venues in historic downtown Plant City near McCall Park and the Plant City Train Depot may operate later under a special event permit, especially during the Florida Strawberry Festival season. The Florida Strawberry Festival itself operates under its own event agreement with the city.
First offense warning; second offense civil citation around 150 dollars; third offense 500 dollars and possible equipment impoundment.
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