Does Travis County, TX have its own construction hours ordinance?

No. Travis County, TX does not appear to have a local construction hours ordinance, Texas state law applies instead. The rules summarized on this page come from TX Local Government Code — County Powers.

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Travis County, TX Noise Ordinances: Construction Hours (2026)

Few Restrictions

Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified April 2026

Construction hours in Travis County, TX, sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances, set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.

Key Facts

County Hours: None set
Zoning Authority: TX counties cannot zone
Austin ETJ: City rules may apply in ETJ
Fallback: TX Penal 42.01 unreasonable noise

Summary

Travis County does not regulate construction hours in unincorporated areas. TX counties lack zoning authority to impose work-hour limits. State disorderly conduct applies only to unreasonable nighttime noise affecting nearby residences.

City-specific rules exist: Austin, and Pflugerville have their own construction hours rules that differ from Travis County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(5) makes unreasonable noise in a public place other than a sport shooting range, as defined by Section 250.001, Local Government Code, or in or near a private residence that he has no right to occupy;(c) For purposes of this section:(1) an act is deemed to occur in a public place or near a private residence if it produces its offensive or proscribed consequences in the public place or near a private residence; and(2) a noise is presumed to be unreasonable if the noise exceeds a decibel level of 85 after the person making the noise receives notice from a magistrate or peace officer that the noise is a public nuisance.

Source: TX Local Government Code — County PowersView official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.

Full Breakdown

Unlike Austin (7 AM to 10 PM weekdays per Austin Code 9-2-6), unincorporated Travis County has no construction hour ordinance. Builders on county roads follow TxDOT lane closure rules and any HOA restrictions. Extreme early/late construction noise near homes may be cited under TX Penal Code 42.01 if unreasonable under the circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can contractors work on Sunday in unincorporated Travis County?

Yes, there is no county-imposed restriction. HOA covenants or Austin ETJ rules may limit Sunday work in some subdivisions.

Sources & Official References

[1]TX Local Government Code — County Powers

Other rules in Travis County

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Construction Hours in Cities Across Travis County

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