Naperville regulates outdoor music through the noise performance standards in Title 6, Chapter 14 and the amplifier permit requirements in Title 3, Chapter 9. Quiet hours from 7 PM to 7 AM apply to all residential outdoor music.
Outdoor music at residences in Naperville is subject to the noise performance standards in Title 6, Chapter 14. Music must not exceed decibel limits measured at the property line. Quiet hours from 7 PM to 7 AM impose stricter standards. Amplified music in public places requires a permit from the Community Services Department under Title 3, Chapter 9. Block parties with music need a permit under Title 9, Chapter 4, which provides temporary noise exemptions. Private gatherings with live or recorded music must keep volume at levels that comply with residential zone limits. Portable speakers, DJ equipment, and live bands at home events must not disturb neighbors during quiet hours.
Music exceeding decibel limits: noise violation. Amplified music in public without permit: code violation. Music during quiet hours disturbing neighbors: noise complaint and citation.
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