Construction hours in Brookhaven, GA — sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances — set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Construction in Brookhaven is restricted by Ch. 7, §7-196. Permitted hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–7:00 PM; Saturday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. No construction on Sundays or major holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas). Emergency exceptions apply.
Brookhaven Ch. 7, §7-196 governs construction activity and deliveries. Construction is permitted Monday–Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. No construction is permitted on Sundays or on the following holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Emergency work is exempt. Violations should be reported to the Brookhaven Police Department at 404-637-0600 after hours or Code Enforcement at 404-637-0500 during business hours.
Unpermitted construction outside allowed hours: reported to Brookhaven Police (404-637-0600) or Code Enforcement (404-637-0500).
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