Quiet hours in Manitou Springs, CO — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Manitou Springs enacted a formal Noise Regulation Ordinance (No. 2817, adopted August 15, 2017), codified in Chapter 6.08 of the municipal code. The city is a small historic tourist town and enforces noise standards to preserve residential quality of life.
Ordinance No. 2817 created Chapter 6.08 (Noise Regulation) in the Manitou Springs Municipal Code. The ordinance establishes standards for unreasonable noise, with enforcement by the Manitou Springs Police Department (719-390-5555). Colorado state law (C.R.S. §25-12-103) provides the underlying framework: 55 dB(A) daytime (7 AM–7 PM) and 50 dB(A) nighttime (7 PM–7 AM) in residential zones. Manitou Springs may set stricter local limits. The town's tourist character means special events and festivals occur, but residential areas are expected to maintain quiet especially at night. STR operators must enforce noise rules on their guests.
Citations issued under Chapter 6.08; penalty under general penalty provisions. Repeat violations may result in court summons.
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