Irving, TX Noise Ordinances: Decibel Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Loading Restriction
- After 9 PM near residential areas
- Measurement
- dBA (A-weighted)
- Standards
- Table 22-1 by land use zone
- Max Fine
- $500 per violation per day
- Enforcement
- Code Compliance
Summary
Irving Ch. 22 prohibits unreasonable noise from commercial and industrial operations that disturbs the peace of neighbors. Loading/unloading near residential areas restricted after 9 PM.
Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) 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) For purposes of this section: ... (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.
Full Breakdown
Irving Code Chapter 22 addresses commercial and industrial noise through general prohibitions on unreasonable noise. Loading and unloading of vehicles at a place of business adjacent to residential areas or at a residence is restricted after 9 PM. Sound measurements are made using the A-weighting network (dBA). Table 22-1 of the code establishes decibel standards for different land use zones. Manufacturing and industrial facilities must maintain noise levels that do not unreasonably disturb adjacent residential properties. Irving's zoning code separates industrial districts from residential areas, providing buffer zones. The Unified Development Code includes performance standards for noise-generating uses.
Violations & Fines
Class C misdemeanor. Fines up to $500 per occurrence. Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate offense.
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