Construction hours in Minneapolis, MN — sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances — set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Construction noise in Minneapolis is allowed 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM weekdays and Saturdays, with Sunday and holiday work restricted or requiring a variance under Chapter 389.
Minneapolis Code Chapter 389 limits construction activity that produces noise exceeding ambient levels to between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM Monday through Saturday. Work on Sundays and legal holidays is generally prohibited unless the contractor obtains a noise variance from the Department of Health. Emergency repairs (water main breaks, utility outages, public safety work) are exempt. Powered equipment including jackhammers, saws, compressors, and demolition equipment must comply with these hours. Jobsite complaints should be reported to 311; repeat violators face fines and stop-work orders. Developers working on large projects near residences often apply for early-start variances that require neighborhood notice.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Minneapolis code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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