Quiet hours in Boulder City, NV — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Boulder City limits residential noise to 70 decibels at all times. Musical instruments restricted to 7 AM–8 PM. Noise ordinance effective February 2022.
Residential areas may not exceed 70 decibels (equivalent to a dishwasher) at any time. Commercial/industrial areas: 100 dB max 7 AM–9 PM, 90 dB all other hours. Musical instruments may only be played 7 AM–8 PM. Noise complaints enforced by the Boulder City Police Department (702-293-9224). Violations may result in misdemeanor or civil citation.
Misdemeanor ticket or civil citation may be issued for violations.
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Boulder City Title 11 limits front yard fences to 3 to 4 feet and side and rear yard fences to 6 feet, with stricter rules in the Historic District.
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Boulder City enforces NRS 461A and the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code requiring barriers at least 5 feet tall around pools deeper than 18 inches.
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Boulder City requires a building permit for most fences over 6 feet tall and for any fence in the historic district per Title 11 Planning and Zoning.
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Retaining walls over 4 feet in height or supporting a surcharge require a building permit and engineered plans under the adopted International Building Code.
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Boulder City allows common fence materials like wood, masonry, vinyl, and wrought iron, with additional design review required in the Historic District.
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Feeding wildlife including coyotes, burros, bighorn sheep, and waterfowl is prohibited in Boulder City. Wild burros are protected federally but intentional f...
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