Amplified music rules in Tyler, TX — also called sound permit, PA system, or live music ordinances — set decibel limits, time-of-day restrictions, and when permits are required.
Tyler's Sec. 4-90 bans sound equipment 'plainly audible' 50 feet from a vehicle and caps amplified music at 75 dB(A) day, 63 dB(A) after 10 PM. Downtown DBAC venues get later hours; permitted events may run to 12:30 AM.
Amplified music in Tyler is regulated under Sec. 4-90. Sound equipment — speakers, PA systems, car stereos — is unlawful when 'plainly audible at a distance of fifty (50) feet from a vehicle.' Residential and general-district amplified sound must stay under 75 dB(A) daytime and 63 dB(A) after 10 PM. The Downtown Business, Arts and Culture (DBAC) district allows 75 dB(A) until 11 PM, extended to midnight Thursday through Saturday. City-authorized special events under a Temporary Use Permit may reach 75 dB(A) until 12:30 AM.
Amplified-noise violations are a public nuisance under Sec. 1-4: up to $500, or up to $2,000 for zoning-related offenses. Each day is a separate offense.
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