Plymouth, MN Noise Ordinances: Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound (2026)
Amplified music rules in Plymouth, MN, also called sound permit, PA system, or live music ordinances, set decibel limits, time-of-day restrictions, and when permits are required.
Key Facts
- General amplified-sound ban
- §2025.03 Subd.6.A, all hours
- Advertising loudspeakers
- banned outright in public places
- Numeric fallback limits
- L10/L50 decibel table, §2025.07
- Noisy gatherings
- police may order dispersal, §2025.03 Subd.7
- Penalty
- misdemeanor, state maximum fine
Summary
In the City of Plymouth, running a radio, musical instrument, or other sound-reproducing device loudly enough to unreasonably disturb neighbors violates City Code § 2025.03, Subd. 6.A, at any hour, separate from the stricter 10 p.m.-7 a.m. nighttime rule that follows it.
Subd. 6.Radios, Televisions, Compact Disc Players, Paging Systems, etc. A.General Prohibition. No person shall use or operate or permit the use or operation of any radio receiving set, musical instrument, compact disc player, paging system, machine, or other device for the production or reproduction of sound in a distinctly and loudly audible manner as to unreasonably disturb the peace, quiet, comfort, safety or welfare of any persons or precludes their enjoyment of property or affects their property value.
Full Breakdown
clause, bans operating or permitting the operation of any radio receiving set, musical instrument, compact disc player, paging system, or other sound-production or sound-reproduction device in a manner that is distinctly and loudly audible and unreasonably disturbs the peace, quiet, comfort, safety, or welfare of others, or that affects their property's value. m. A separate clause, Subdivision 8, bars operating a loudspeaker or sound amplifier on a street or other public place specifically for commercial advertising or to draw attention to a business or vehicle, regardless of the hour.
17 lets the City Manager order a source brought into compliance after written notice. Subdivision 7 additionally lets a police officer order a noisy party or gathering to disperse once the officer determines it is creating a disturbance, and it is a separate violation to refuse that order.
Violations & Fines
Operating amplified music, a loudspeaker, or any sound-reproduction device loudly enough to unreasonably disturb others under § 2025.03, Subd. 6.A, or using a loudspeaker for commercial advertising under Subd. 8, is a misdemeanor under § 2025.17, Subd. 3, punishable at the state's maximum misdemeanor levels, with each day of continuing noise a separate offense and civil abatement also available to the City.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play amplified music in my Plymouth yard during the day?
Can a business use a loudspeaker to advertise on a Plymouth street?
Can Plymouth police break up a loud party?
Sources & Official References
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