Construction hours in Philadelphia County, PA — sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances — set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Construction noise in Philadelphia County is restricted to 7 AM to 8 PM Monday through Saturday per Philadelphia Code §10-403(3). Sunday and holiday construction generally prohibited without a special permit from L&I.
Philadelphia Code §10-403(3) limits construction, demolition, and heavy equipment operation to 7 AM to 8 PM on weekdays and Saturdays. Work outside these hours requires a noise variance from the Department of Public Health. Emergency repairs (gas, water, electric) are exempt. The rule applies countywide because the county and city are consolidated.
Fines from $150 to $2,000 per violation; stop-work orders possible for repeat violators. L&I can suspend contractor licenses.
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