Fayetteville, AR Noise Ordinances: Construction Hours (2026)
Construction hours in Fayetteville, AR, sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances, set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Key Facts
- Restricted Hours
- 11 PM to 7 AM (9 AM Sun)
- Daytime Work
- Otherwise unrestricted
- Proximity Trigger
- Within 150 yards of home
- Variance
- Mayor may grant (Sec. 96.07)
- Penalty
- Up to $500; $250 per day
Summary
Fayetteville only restricts private construction noise between 11 PM and 7 AM (until 9 AM Sundays) near homes, under Sec. 96.02(D). Daytime and evening construction is otherwise unrestricted, more permissive than most cities.
construction noise from private development construction activity shall be deemed annoying or disturbing... if the sound or noise is produced later than 11:00 p.m. everyday and prior to 7:00 a.m. on all days except Sundays when the "quiet" time shall extend until 9:00 a.m. and is plainly audible at or near any residence... within 150 yards of the construction activity.
Full Breakdown
Unlike cities that confine construction to 7 AM to 7 PM, Fayetteville's Sec. 96.02(D) only prohibits private development construction noise plainly audible within 150 yards of a residence after 11 PM and before 7 AM (extended to 9 AM on Sundays). Emergency work to prevent a dangerous condition is exempt when authorized by the Mayor. During permitted hours, construction sound is measured against industrial-zone limits (Sec. 96.04(E)). Contractors needing after-hours work request a variance permit from the Mayor under Sec. 96.07.
Violations & Fines
Fine up to $500 per offense under Sec. 96.99, doubled for repeats, plus up to $250 for each day a violation continues. After-hours work without a variance is enforceable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can construction start early in Fayetteville?
How do I get approval for night construction?
Sources & Official References
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