Commercial operations in Delray Beach must not exceed 65 dBA at residential property lines during the day and 55 dBA at night under Chapter 99. Loading dock activity is prohibited 10 PM-7 AM near residential areas.
Delray Beach Code of Ordinances Chapter 99 (Noise Control) sets maximum permissible sound levels measured at the property line of the receiving (residential) parcel: 65 dBA daytime (7 AM-10 PM) and 55 dBA nighttime (10 PM-7 AM). Commercial and industrial receiving properties have higher tolerances (75 dBA day / 70 dBA night). Loading, unloading, trash compaction, and refrigeration truck idling within 100 feet of a residential district is prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM. HVAC condensers, generators, and exhaust fans serving restaurants along Atlantic Avenue and Pineapple Grove must be shielded, screened, or positioned to meet the property-line limits—common enforcement issue given the mixed-use character of the downtown core. Amplified entertainment at bars, restaurants, and event venues has separate rules under Chapter 99 and the Special Event Permit process, with Atlantic Avenue venues generally required to cease outdoor amplified music by 11 PM Sunday-Thursday and midnight Friday-Saturday.
First violation: written warning plus $250 fine. Second within 12 months: $500. Third and beyond: $500-$1,000 per day and referral to Special Magistrate. Chronic violators risk LBTR suspension. Loading-hour violations: $250 per incident.
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