Authorized Construction Hours

According to Section 98-61(b) of the North Richland Hills Code of Ordinances, outdoor construction activities are not allowed during the following times and days:
  1. Between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. during Central Standard Time; and between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. during Daylight Savings Time
  2. Sundays
  3. During the following designated holidays:
    • New Years Day
    • Memorial Day
    • Independence Day (July Fourth)
    • Labor Day
    • Thanksgiving
    • Christmas
Exception: Permits issued to homeowners that work under the supervision of a homeowner's permit provided maximum noise levels are not exceeded.

Violations of this ordinance may be reported to dispatch 817-281-1000 as they occur, or to Building Inspections the following business day at 817-427-6300.

Appeals to the Building Official


On a case-by-case basis when unique circumstances prevail, outdoor construction hours may be appealed to the building official. Appeals must be in writing, state the specific dates and times of the proposed outdoor construction activity, and must include a basis for the request.