Queen Creek, AZ Noise Ordinances: Industrial Noise (2026)

Queen Creek does not maintain a stand-alone industrial-noise standard with zone-by-zone decibel limits; commercial and industrial noise is handled through the same Article 9-6 provisions that apply townwide. Section 9-6-5 (Unnecessary Noise) makes unreasonable noise unlawful and, among its factors, directs officials to consider 'whether the noise is produced by a commercial or noncommercial activity' and 'the nature and zoning of the area within which the noise emanates,' so a business or industrial operation is judged in context. Section 9-6-4 (Nighttime Noise) bars loud, unreasonable, or excessive noise from any property between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. unless an exclusion or permit applies, which constrains overnight commercial operations. Section 9-6-8 (Exemptions) carves out certain mechanical sources: heating and cooling equipment is exempt when functioning in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and in proper operating condition, and railroad train noise from normal operation is exempt. Utility company and governmental vehicles operating on official business are also exempt. A violation of these noise provisions is a Civil Offense, and Section 9-6-12 (Nuisance) provides that repeated violations are declared a nuisance under Chapter 10 of the Town Code when they threaten public health, safety, or welfare. Code Compliance handles complaints at (480) 358-3306.