Amplified music rules in Pima County, AZ — also called sound permit, PA system, or live music ordinances — set decibel limits, time-of-day restrictions, and when permits are required.
Pima County regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events. ARS §13-2916 applies.
Pima County requires amplified sound at events to comply with noise ordinance limits. Sound amplification permits available for public events. Residential amplified music must not exceed property-line noise limits. Outdoor events need permits with noise conditions. Live music venues operate under conditional use permits. ARS §13-2916 covers unreasonable noise disturbances from amplified music. Many Arizona venues have outdoor patios - sound management is a common issue in warm-weather months.
Noise violation: $150 to $500. Unpermitted event: $500+. Disorderly conduct: Class 1 misdemeanor up to $2,500.
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