Sterling Heights, MI Noise Ordinances: Construction Hours (2026)
Construction hours in Sterling Heights, MI, sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances, set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Key Facts
- Governing section
- Code of Ordinances § 31-4(7)
- Allowed hours
- 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Trigger distance
- Within 30 ft of residence
- Penalty
- Up to $500 fine / 90 days
Summary
Construction, demolition, alteration, or excavation noise within 30 feet of a residence is barred outside 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Sterling Heights.
Construction noises. The erection (including excavation), demolition, alteration or repair of any building or premises, or the excavation of streets and highways, in or within 30 feet of any residence or residential zoning district other than between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
(8) Devices to attract attention. The use of any drum, loudspeaker or other instrument or device for the purpose of attracting attention to any person, event, performance, show, sale or display of merchandise.
(9) Mobile sound amplification. The broadcasting of electronically reproduced sound from motor vehicles or other portable means, when audible to or perceived by others in the community who are not responsible for such broadcast, has the deleterious effect upon the community of increasing noise pollution, disturbing the peace and quiet of residential neighborhoods and others near the sound in question, and impeding the ability of the listener and others from hearing or noticing the approach of emergency vehicles using sirens and other alerts. It is the intent of this chapter to strike an appropriate balance between the right of individuals to obtain information and derive pleasure by listening to radios and other devices, and the right of the public to a peaceful and healthful environment. Therefore, the following restrictions shall govern the broadcasting of such sound within the city:
(a) The playing, transmitting, amplifying, or other broadcasting of
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: 2026 S-46: Local legislation current through Ord. 509, passed 5-19-26).
Full Breakdown
The city's Noise Ordinance specifically prohibits construction noise. Erecting (including excavating), demolishing, altering, or repairing any building or premises, or excavating streets and highways, in or within 30 feet of any residence or residential zoning district, is a violation unless it occurs between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Outside that 14-hour daytime window, the noise is barred regardless of volume when a residence is that close. This sits within the same Macomb County city's general noise chapter that covers other specific prohibitions like shouting and vehicle noise.
Violations & Fines
Misdemeanor under the Code's general penalty: fine up to $500, up to 90 days imprisonment, or both.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does the construction-hours rule apply everywhere in the city?
Sources & Official References
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