Construction hours in South Jordan, UT — sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances — set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Construction noise in South Jordan is generally limited to 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, with stricter limits on Sundays and holidays under Title 5 Chapter 3.
South Jordan restricts construction, demolition, and heavy equipment operation in residential areas to daylight/evening hours — typically 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Saturday. Sunday and legal holiday construction is generally prohibited in residential zones absent an emergency or special permit. Permitted construction under active building permits may have noise tolerances during permitted hours, but impact equipment (jackhammers, pile drivers) may face tighter restrictions. HOAs across South Jordan (Daybreak, Kennecott Master, etc.) often impose stricter windows. Utah Code §76-9-102 continues to apply to any noise that exceeds reasonableness regardless of hour.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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