Quiet hours in Coral Springs, FL — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Coral Springs regulates noise under Chapter 11 of the Code of Ordinances (Sections 11-9 through 11-16, adopted via Ordinance 2003-112). Yelling, shouting, or similar disturbances on public streets are specifically restricted between 10 PM and 7 AM. Sound level limitations are set in Section 11-14 with specific dBA thresholds.
Chapter 11, Sections 11-9 through 11-16 of the Coral Springs Code of Ordinances govern noise control. Section 11-9 establishes the intent to prevent excessive noises that degrade quality of life and jeopardize health, safety, and welfare. Section 11-11 enumerates specific noise disturbances that constitute violations without requiring sound level measurement, including unnecessary horn sounding, loud stereos and speakers, and yelling or shouting on public streets particularly between 10 PM and 7 AM. Section 11-14 establishes sound level limitations using dBA measurements. Section 11-13 specifically addresses fan and air conditioner noise, making it unlawful to create excessive loud noise exceeding the Section 11-14 limits from any air conditioner, compressor unit, or power fan. Generators in residential districts during power outages are exempt from Section 11-14 but may not exceed 72 dBA. Complaints are investigated by the Coral Springs Police Department or Code Enforcement Division on a complaint basis.
Violations are prosecuted by issuance of a city ordinance citation under Section 1-8.1. Any violation of Section 11-11 or 11-14 constitutes a nuisance. The City Attorney may bring suit, or any affected citizen may sue the person causing the nuisance or the property owner.
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