Anderson, IN Noise Ordinances: Construction Hours (2026)
Construction hours in Anderson, IN, sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances, set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Key Facts
- Dedicated construction hours
- None specified
- Power-tool window
- 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
- Code section
- § 94.45(B)
- Business-noise allowance
- § 94.45(H)
- First-offense fine
- At least $175
Summary
Anderson sets no separate construction-hours ordinance, but muffled lawn mowers, garden tractors and similar home power tools are exempt from the noise ban only between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Outside those hours such noise can be cited.
Lawn mowers, garden tractors, and similar home power tools when properly muffled, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Full Breakdown
The Noise Control Ordinance (Ch. 94) does not carve out distinct construction-site hours. Instead, its exemption list (Section 94.45(B)) permits lawn mowers, garden tractors and similar muffled home power tools between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Loud, unnecessary noise from any equipment outside that window, or that disturbs neighbors, remains a prohibited public nuisance under Section 94.42. Legally established businesses get some latitude under Section 94.45(H) for sounds within the normal range for their use. Building permits and inspections are handled by Code Enforcement.
Violations & Fines
Escalating fines starting at $175 for a first offense, up to $1,000 for repeat offenses, with each day treated as a separate violation (Code § 94.99).
Frequently Asked Questions
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