Frisco, TX Noise Ordinances: Decibel Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Day Limit
- 65 dBA at residential
- Night Limit
- 55 dBA at residential
- Loading
- 10 PM to 7 AM banned near homes
- HVAC
- Site plan attenuation required
Summary
Commercial properties in Frisco must not exceed 65 dBA at residential property lines during day hours or 55 dBA at night. Loading docks near residential zones have additional restrictions.
A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly: ... (5) makes unreasonable noise in a public place other than a sport shooting range, as defined by Section 250.001, Local Government Code, or in or near a private residence that he has no right to occupy. (c)(2) a noise is presumed to be unreasonable if the noise exceeds a decibel level of 85 after the person making the noise receives notice from a magistrate or peace officer that the noise is a public nuisance.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.
Full Breakdown
Frisco Code applies stricter limits where commercial abuts residential zoning. Loading and unloading of commercial vehicles within 300 feet of residences is prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM. HVAC rooftop units must meet noise attenuation standards per site plan approval. Contact Frisco at (972) 292-5000 for enforcement.
Sources & Official References
- [1]Frisco Code
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