Celina, TX Noise Ordinances: Construction Hours (2026)
Construction hours in Celina, TX, sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances, set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Key Facts
- Quiet hours (residential/quiet zone)
- 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
- Applies within
- 500 ft of residence or quiet zone
- Per se violation
- no extra proof needed at night
- Fine range
- $1–$500 per day
- Variance option
- city manager may permit relief
Summary
Construction equipment noise near homes is presumed a violation before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m. under Celina's noise ordinance.
Operating or permitting to be operated any motorized or non-motorized equipment used in construction, maintenance, repair, alteration, erection or demolition of buildings, structures, improvements, streets, alleys, lawns, golf courses, or appurtenances thereto within a residential district or quiet zone, or within 500 feet of any residence or quiet zone, in such a manner as to cause a noise disturbance. Furthermore, any such activity shall create a noise disturbance per se if conducted between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
Full Breakdown
Celina bars operating construction, maintenance, or demolition equipment within a residential district, a quiet zone, or within 500 feet of one in a way that causes a noise disturbance. Any such work between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. is a "noise disturbance per se", no extra proof of disturbance needed. Contractors and developers are also expected to schedule work with judgment near residences, schools, and churches, and the city may issue stop-work orders for noncompliance.
Violations & Fines
Class C misdemeanor; fine of $1 to $500 per section 1.01.009, with each day a separate offense. City may also issue stop-work orders or seek injunctive relief.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can construction noise happen any time in nonresidential areas of Celina?
Can a contractor get an exception to the hours?
Sources & Official References
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