Quiet hours in Burlington, WI — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Burlington enforces quiet hours in this small city (pop. 11,000) known as Chocolate City USA. Annual ChocolateFest and other downtown events require noise management near residential areas.
Burlington municipal code establishes quiet hours and noise limits. Wisconsin Stat. §947.01 provides baseline enforcement statewide for unreasonable noise disturbances (Class B misdemeanor). Most Wisconsin cities set residential limits around 60 to 65 dBA daytime, 50 to 55 dBA nighttime. Exemptions for emergency vehicles, snow removal, and city operations. Police non-emergency line handles noise complaints.
First offense: $100 to $500. Repeat: up to $1,000. Disorderly conduct: Class B misdemeanor up to $1,000 and/or 90 days.
Burlington, WI
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