Outdoor amplified music in Atlanta requires a special noise permit under §74-134(6). Permitted events must end by 11 PM Sun-Thu and midnight Fri/Sat; permit fee is $100 with 21 days notice.
Atlanta Code §74-134(6) authorizes special event noise permits for outdoor amplified music. Applications must be submitted at least 21 days in advance and currently carry a $100 fee. Permits specify start and end times, stage location, and a maximum dBA at the nearest property line. Events in entertainment districts such as Midtown, Castleberry Hill, and the BeltLine corridor often face closer scrutiny because of nearby residential units. Religious services and municipal events have limited exemptions. Without a permit, amplified sound from bars, restaurant patios, or private yards that crosses the 100-foot plainly audible threshold is a citable offense.
Citations under §74-131/§74-134; fines set by the Municipal Court. Permit conditions may be revoked for repeat violations, and bars risk alcohol license review.
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