Takoma Park, MD Noise Ordinances: Amplified Music & Events (2026)

Takoma Park Noise Control Law Takoma Park has a noise control law to protect public health and allow for the peaceful enjoyment of property. It provides common sense guidelines for residents and businesses. It also provides remedies, including corrective orders, fines, and criminal penalties. View the complete Takoma Park Municipal Noise Control Ordinance online. It is unlawful to create a noise disturbance. A "noise disturbance" is a sound that is: Unpleasant, annoying, offensive, loud, or obnoxious; or Detrimental to the health, comfort, or safety of any individual; to the reasonable enjoyment of property; or to the lawful conduct of business because of the loudness, duration, or character of the noise. While we cannot eliminate noise in our community, we can take steps to control it. Key Provisions of the Noise Control Law Provides day/night sound level limits. (However, a sound level meter measurement is not required to establish a noise disturbance.) Daytime - 65 decibels Nighttime - 60 decibels Establishes a Two-Party Noise Complaint Process to allow residents file a complaint about an ongoing noise disturbance. You can file a complaint with Code Enforcement using this online form . The law does not cover noise from: Aircraft and railroads, motor vehicles on public roadways Emergency operations by police, fire, or public utilities City services or City-sanctioned events Hosting Events with Amplified Sound You may need to request a temporary waiver of the Noise Control Ordinance. Request a waiver as far in advance as possible, but at least two weeks before the event.