Quiet hours in Highland Park, IL — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Highland Park regulates nighttime noise under Chapter 95 (Nuisances). Quiet hours generally run from 8 PM to 7 AM on weeknights and until 9 AM on weekends and holidays. Noise disturbing the peace of residents is prohibited.
Highland Park Code of Ordinances Title IX, Chapter 95 prohibits noise that disturbs or breaks the rest, sleep, or quiet of individuals. Quiet hours run from 8:00 PM to 7:00 AM when the following day is Monday through Friday, and until 9:00 AM when the following day is a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday. These hours were amended from the original 7 PM start based on resident feedback and City Council input. Report violations to Highland Park Police at 847-432-7730.
Quiet-hours violations are infractions with fines of $100 for a first offense, $250 for a second offense within 12 months, and up to $500 for subsequent offenses. Repeat violations may result in misdemeanor charges.
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