Amplified music rules in Simpsonville, SC — also called sound permit, PA system, or live music ordinances — set decibel limits, time-of-day restrictions, and when permits are required.
Amplified sound from radios, stereos, and other sound devices may not exceed 70 dB at a neighbor's property line from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., or 60 dB from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. Low-bass vibrations that disturb residents are also prohibited.
Greenville County's noise ordinance (Sec. 15-102) makes it unlawful to operate any radio, receiving set, musical instrument, phonograph, TV, or other sound-reproducing device so that noise beyond the property line exceeds 70 dB daytime or 60 dB overnight. Separately, Sec. 15-104.1 prohibits low-bass vibratory sounds from any radio, instrument, or electronic device that cause material distress or discomfort to persons of ordinary sensibilities in any dwelling. Complaints from three or more persons (or one person plus a law officer) are prima facie evidence of a bass violation. Both are misdemeanors within magistrate's court jurisdiction. Businesses serving alcohol on-site are not exempt from these limits.
Amplified-music and bass violations are misdemeanors subject to magistrate's court penalties; each day is a separate offense (Secs. 15-105, 15-104.1).
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