Davie, FL Noise Ordinances: Vehicle Noise (2026)
Key Facts
- Motorcycle noise limit
- 75 dBA at 50 feet
- Muffler rule
- No noise above factory level
- Horn rule
- Warning use only on public ROW
- Max fine
- $500 civil citation
Summary
Modifying a vehicle's muffler to increase noise above factory levels, running an excessively loud motorcycle, or sounding a horn without cause violates Davie's noise control ordinance.
No person shall modify or change the exhaust muffler, intake muffler or any other noise-abatement device of a motor vehicle in a manner such that the noise emitted by the motor vehicle is increased above that emitted by the vehicle as originally manufactured.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 75).
Full Breakdown
Sec. 15-7(15) of the Davie Code bars modifying a vehicle's exhaust or intake muffler so it emits more noise than when the vehicle was originally manufactured. Sec. 15-7(17) separately declares it a public nuisance to operate a motorcycle, trailbike, minibike or scooter that emits noise exceeding 75 dBA measured from 50 feet, or that unreasonably interferes with the surrounding area, unless Florida Statutes already regulate that vehicle. Sec. 15-7(18)a bars sounding a vehicle horn on a public right-of-way except as a warning of danger. Violations carry a civil citation of up to $500 under Sec. 15-15.
Violations & Fines
Altering a muffler to increase noise, running a motorcycle over 75 dBA at 50 feet, or honking without cause on a public road draws a citation.
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