Hawaii noise rules
The Honolulu page below is taken from that city's own code. It lists its sources and the date we checked them.
What does Hawaii law say about noise?
- State law
- Hawaii Revised Statutes § 711-1101 makes unreasonable noise disorderly conduct. Failing to heed a police officer who says the noise is unreasonable and should be stopped or reduced also counts. A renter, resident or owner-occupant who knowingly or negligently allows unreasonable noise on the premises is guilty of a noise violation.
- Penalty
- A violation, or a petty misdemeanor if the person keeps going after a reasonable warning or request to stop.
- Decibel limits
- Hawaii Administrative Rules § 11-46-4 limits stationary equipment and construction, farm and industrial equipment to 55 dBA by day and 45 dBA from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. in residential areas, and 60 dBA and 50 dBA in areas zoned for apartments or businesses.
Source: Hawaii Revised Statutes § 711-1101, Disorderly conduct, Hawaii Administrative Rules Chapter 11-46, Community Noise Control (PDF). City rules are usually more specific, so check your city's page too.