Garland Code Chapter 22, Article V sets zone-based decibel ceilings: residential 65 dBA (day) / 60 dBA (night), commercial 72/67 dBA, and industrial 85 dBA. Night runs 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Limits apply at the receiving property line.
Chapter 22, Article V establishes quantitative sound level limits by receiving land use. Residential zones are limited to 65 dBA between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. and 60 dBA at night. Commercial zones allow 72/67 dBA. Industrial zones allow 85 dBA at all times. Measurements use ANSI-standard sound level meters. Temporary exceedances such as emergency repairs or permitted events are exempt. Garland may grant administrative variances for residential HVAC equipment.
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