Raleigh has new limits on nightlife noise starting on Jan. 1. Here’s what to know.

Generally, the ordinance aims to restrict loud noises in the early hours of the morning, with some leeway on weekends. The city of Raleigh will introduce new limits on nightlife noise starting on Jan. 1. The changes were approved by the Raleigh City Council in October and apply only to commercial establishments. The ordinance aims to restrict loud noises in the early hours of the morning, with some leeway on weekends. The highest decibel level allowed will be 92 decibels from 10 a.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays in Glenwood South. Businesses cited three or more times will face a civil penalty of $1,500 and a ban on outdoor sound equipment for 18 months.

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Starting on Jan. 1, the city of Raleigh will have new limits on noise for bars, clubs and restaurants.

The Raleigh City Council approved changes to the city’s noise ordinance in October, opting to in... [2030 symbols]

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