Sartell, Minn., City Code title 4 ch. 8 (2026) § 4-8-12
Noise Limits
Operative Text
4-8-12: NOISE LIMITS
A. Prohibition: No person shall, between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., congregate at, or
participate in any party or gathering of two (2) or more people from which noise emanates of a
sufficient volume so as to disturb the peace, quiet or repose of another person. During those
hours, no person shall create noise which emanates of a sufficient volume as to be clearly
audible at a distance of fifty (50) feet from the rental unit at which the party or gathering is
occurring and/or from which the noise is emanating.
B. Duty to Disperse: When a police officer of the City determines that noise exists in violation of this
provision, the officer may order all persons present at the premises where the violation is
occurring, other than the owners or tenants of the premises, to disperse immediately. No person
shall knowingly remain at a noisy party or gathering.
C. Exceptions: The following are exempt from violation of this provision:
1. Activities which are duly authorized, sponsored or licensed by the City, so long as the activity
is conducted pursuant to the conditions of the license, permit or contract authorizing such
activity.
2. Persons who have gone to a party for the sole purpose of abating the violation.
3. Upon special request made by contractors, the City may exempt contractors performing work
from time prohibitions set forth herein.Sartell, MN Code §4-8-12 establishes nighttime noise limits for rental properties between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. During those hours, gatherings of two or more people may not produce noise loud enough to disturb neighbors or audible from 50 feet away. Police officers are authorized to order non-resident guests to disperse when a violation is found, and certain activities—such as city-authorized events or contractor work with special permission—are exempt from these restrictions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under §4-8-12, compliant rental property operators generally communicate nighttime quiet-hour rules to tenants as part of the lease or move-in orientation, making clear that noise audible from 50 feet or disruptive to neighbors is prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Operators typically document noise-related complaints and respond promptly, since violations at a rental unit can reflect on the property's licensing status under Sartell's rental licensing framework. Maintaining written records of tenant communications about noise policies is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 4-8-12 of the Sartell Rental Property Licensing and Maintenance code gives you a right to peaceful enjoyment of your home during nighttime hours, and it also places responsibilities on you as a tenant to ensure gatherings at your unit do not exceed the noise thresholds described. If you are experiencing noise disturbances from a neighboring rental unit during the restricted hours, contacting the Sartell Police Department is one path available, as officers have authority under this provision to order non-resident guests to disperse. Tenants who believe their own rights under this or related provisions are being affected may also consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid service for general guidance.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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