Amplified sound permit
A City of Houston permit that allows amplified sound up to 75 dB(A) during set hours.
- Typical Houston price
- $38.58 to $109.35 per permit
- Book ahead
- Apply 2 to 4 weeks ahead
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What to expect
- How it works
- Apply to Administration & Regulatory Affairs before the event.
- How much to plan
- One per event location.
Styles to choose from
Daily permit
8 AM - 10 PM.
Extended daily
Multi-day events up to 5 days.
Annual non-commercial
Until 11 PM Fri-Sat.
How to book it
Book aheadApply 2 to 4 weeks ahead
What we'll ask you
Your request asks a few quick things, so vendors can price it right:
- Which amplified sound permit styles interest you?Daily permit, Extended daily, Annual non-commercial
- What hours will music play?
Houston notes
- Even with a permit, amplified sound ends at 10 PM on most days; violations carry fines up to $2,000. HPD non-emergency: 713 to 884 to 3131.
- This can need a city, park, fire or sound permit, or the venue's OK. Check before you book.
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