Jacksonville Ordinance Code Chapter 368 sets decibel limits by zoning district. Industrial-zoned property is generally capped around 75 dBA at the receiving residential property line, 24 hours.
Duval's consolidated zoning code pairs with Chapter 368 to apply stricter nighttime limits (often 55-60 dBA) when industrial noise crosses into residential zones. The Port of Jacksonville, rail yards, and Westside industrial corridor are common complaint sources; the Environmental Quality Division of Regulatory Compliance investigates.
Notice of violation, then civil fines up to $500/day and abatement orders.
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Duval County, FL
Commercial vehicles over 1 ton or with lettering may not be parked overnight in Duval residential zones per §656.404(d) Jax-Duval Code. Tractor-trailers, bus...
Duval County, FL
Barbed wire, razor wire, and electrified fences are restricted in Duval residential zones under §656.407(g). Hurricane zones require fence materials and fast...
Duval County, FL
Fences over 6 ft tall, fences in the sight triangle, pool barriers, and retaining walls over 4 ft in Duval County require a building permit from Jacksonville...
Duval County, FL
No breed-specific legislation (BSL) in Duval County. FL §767.14 (amended 2023) PREEMPTS all local breed bans. Dangerous-dog designations apply to individual ...
Duval County, FL
Recreational fires in portable fire pits or chimineas are allowed countywide without a permit if the fire is under 3 feet in diameter, 2 feet tall, at least ...
Duval County, FL
Removing regulated trees (generally 8+ inches DBH) requires a permit from Jacksonville Planning Department under Ch. 656 Part 12. Replacement or mitigation f...
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