Henderson, NV Noise Ordinances: Decibel Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Residential daytime limit
- 65 dBA, 7 a.m.–9 p.m.
- Residential nighttime limit
- 60 dBA, 9 p.m.–7 a.m.
- Industrial/commercial limit
- 73–75 dBA depending on time
- Measurement point
- the property lot line
- Lawn equipment hours
- 6 a.m.–7 p.m. or sunset only
Summary
Henderson caps outdoor sound at 65 dBA daytime and 60 dBA nighttime for residential property lines, with higher limits for industrial (73 dBA) and commercial (75 dBA) zones under the Development Code's noise performance standards.
1. General. All uses and activities shall comply with HMC Chapter 8.84 and the maximum sound pressure level radiated by any use or facilities shall not exceed the values established in Table 19.10.13-1, Maximum Sound Pressure Levels. ... 7:00 am to 9:00 pm ... 65-Daytime ... 9:00 pm to 7:00 am ... 60-Nighttime
Full Breakdown
Henderson's Development Code sets maximum outdoor sound pressure levels by receiving property type and time of day: residential property is capped at 65 dBA from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and 60 dBA from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m., while industrial and commercial properties allow 73 to 75 dBA depending on the hour. Sound is measured at the lot line of the property generating it, using an ANSI-standard A-weighted sound level meter. Exemptions cover maintained residential HVAC and pool equipment, emergency generators during scheduled testing, emergency restoration work, and aircraft or rail noise.
Violations & Fines
Exceeding the Table 19.10.13-1 sound level for the receiving property type is a code violation enforced by the Community Development and Services Department; separate rules also bar outdoor paging systems near homes, restrict refuse/loading noise near residential uses, and limit truck or rail loading near homes at night.
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