City officials say the noise from intentionally loud vehicles has gotten out of hand, and it’s time to take action.
FORT WORTH, Texas — Fort Worth is getting ready to crack down on overly loud vehicles in the downtown area.
In a joint effort with Public Improvement District #1 (PID #1) and Downtown Fort Worth, Inc., the city is stepping up enforcement of Ordinance 23-8. That means things like engine revving, modified exhausts, and booming sound systems are all being targeted.
“We’ve all heard them in our neighborhoods and streets,” said Andy Taft, President of Downtown Fort Worth, Inc.
To make downtown a bit more peaceful for the more than 10,000 people who live there, thousands of hotel guests, schools, and the huge number of offices in the area, Fort Worth police said in a press release.
City officials say the noise from intentionally loud vehicles has gotten out of hand, and it’s time to take action.
“There is a trend of modifying car and motorcycle exhaust systems and sound systems to be extraordinarily loud,” said Taft. “These vehicles are violating Fort Worth noise ordinances and making it difficult for people to sleep, work, and dine in peace.”
The strategy combines public education, enhanced enforcement, and visual deterrents.
Fort Worth PD says new signage will be installed at key entry points to Downtown to remind drivers about excessive noise enforcement. Police will also step up targeted patrols, focusing on vehicles contributing to disruptive noise.
Ongoing efforts by PID #1 already include sound monitoring in key areas and research into advanced technologies, such as license plate and decibel readers, to support future enforcement.
“Our focus is specifically targeted to educate people about the issue and discourage intentional, excessive noise,” Taft said. “We aren’t discouraging anyone from visiting Downtown. Downtown is a place for everyone to enjoy, and discouraging the intentional behavior of just a few will greatly improve the downtown quality of life for all.”
It’s unclear how many noise complaints have been filed by residents and business owners.