Bryan, TX Noise Ordinances: Vehicle Noise (2026)
Key Facts
- Rule
- No noisy/out-of-repair vehicle operation
- Rule
- Exhaust must run through a muffler
- Horn use
- Only as danger/warning signal
- Penalty
- Up to $2,000, per Sec. 1-14
- Citation
- Code of Ordinances § 50-122(6)-(7)
Summary
Bryan's noise ordinance makes it a nuisance to run a vehicle that rattles or grinds from disrepair, or to vent exhaust without an effective muffler.
(6) Operation of vehicles. The running of any automobile, motorcycle, or other vehicle so out of repair, so loaded, or in such manner as to create loud, grating, grinding, jarring, or rattling noise or vibrations. (7) Exhaust without mufflers. The discharge into the open air of the exhaust of any steam engine, stationary internal combustion engine, motor vehicle, or boat engine except through a muffler or other device which will effectively prevent loud or explosive noises therefrom.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 31).
Full Breakdown
Under the city's noise-nuisance code, running an automobile, motorcycle, or other vehicle so out of repair, overloaded, or otherwise operated as to create loud, grating, grinding, jarring, or rattling noise or vibrations is a violation. Separately, discharging exhaust from any motor vehicle, steam engine, or stationary internal combustion engine into the open air without a muffler or equivalent device that effectively prevents loud or explosive noise is also barred. Excessive horn use beyond a genuine warning signal is prohibited too.
Violations & Fines
Misdemeanor under the general penalty section; fines run up to $2,000 for Chapter 50 health-and-sanitation violations, with each day of continued violation a separate offense.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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