HCC §15-19
Noise rules for public places
Read the official text at hawaiicounty.gov ↗This law limits loud audio and noise in public areas like campgrounds and parks. It bans sound that unreasonably bothers people, and bans public address systems unless you have a permit for a public event. It also bans installing special radio, phone, or TV equipment without permission.
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The ordinance, as written (Hawaiʻi County) — Use of audio devices restricted; permits; authorization
A copy, taken August 21, 2026. The version published by Hawaiʻi County is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
(a) The operation or use of any audio devices including radios, television sets, musical instruments, and noise producing devices such as electric generating plants, or other equipment driven by motors or engines in such a manner and at such times so as to unreasonably annoy persons in campgrounds, picnic areas, or at other public places or gathering is prohibited. (b) The operation or use of public address systems, whether fixed, portable, or vehicle mounted, on lands, waters, and highways, is prohibited except when such use or operation is in connection with public gatherings or special events for which permits have been issued. (c) The installation of aerials or other special radio, telephone, or television equipment is prohibited unless authorized by the director.
Published by the County of Hawaiʻi Office of the County Clerk.
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