Early morning saws or late-night hammering can rattle even the most patient homeowner. If you live in Naples or unincorporated Collier County, knowing the rules around construction hours and noise helps you protect your peace and avoid fines on your own projects. This quick guide explains when work is allowed, how noise is measured, and who to call if things go off track. Let’s dive in.
Confirm your jurisdiction first
Before you make a call or schedule work, confirm if the property sits inside the City of Naples or in unincorporated Collier County. Each has different hours and processes. You can start with the city’s guidance on code and jurisdiction checks on the City of Naples Code Enforcement page.
Standard construction hours
Naples and Collier County set different windows for routine construction. Sundays and major federal holidays are off limits in both jurisdictions.
Collier County (unincorporated)
- Allowed Monday to Saturday, 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- No work on Sundays or on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, or Christmas. See the county’s update in the 311 knowledge-base article on construction hours.
City of Naples (municipal limits)
- Residential areas: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday
- Nonresidential areas: 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday
- No work on the same listed federal holidays. The city also sets special weekday-only windows for certain activities: pile driving and steel erection typically 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, and demolition 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Review the city’s details in the Construction Site Activity, Complaints & Hours page.
Noise limits and equipment rules
Allowed hours control when work can occur. Separately, both jurisdictions set technical sound limits that control how loud equipment can be, especially near homes.
- Collier County sets maximum sound levels by land use and time of day, requires mufflers or sound-reduction devices on powered construction equipment, and may require barriers for equipment that runs overnight near residential zones. See the county’s maximum permissible sound levels and construction rules.
- The City of Naples provides decibel and octave-band standards, defines how sound is measured, and lists exemptions and enforcement procedures. Read the City of Naples noise ordinance.
Holidays and Sundays
Both the city and county prohibit routine construction on Sundays and on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Limited exceptions exist for emergencies or approved permits. The city summarizes the rules on its Construction Site Activity, Complaints & Hours page.
Exceptions, waivers, and extended hours
Sometimes you need to pour concrete early or finish a critical phase after hours. There are formal paths to request it.
- Collier County: Apply for extended construction work hours through the county’s permitting portal. The county also offers written emergency construction permits for documented emergencies. Find the forms in the Application Forms and Submittal Requirements.
- City of Naples: The city manager may grant a temporary waiver, typically up to 30 days with possible renewal. Conditions apply, and some activities are restricted to weekdays. Details are in the City of Naples noise ordinance.
- Work in the right-of-way: If your project touches county roads or sidewalks, separate right-of-way permits and traffic-control conditions can apply. Check Right-of-Way Permitting.
How to report after-hours work or excessive noise
Start by confirming jurisdiction. Then contact the correct office with the date, time, address, and any permit info posted on site.
- Inside City of Naples: Call the City Building Department at 239-213-5020 during business hours. For nights, weekends, and holidays, call 239-564-9109. The city outlines the process on the Construction Site Activity, Complaints & Hours page.
- Unincorporated Collier County: Call Code Enforcement at 239-252-2440 or use the county’s complaint portal referenced in the 311 knowledge-base article.
For stronger cases, document timestamps, short videos, and on-site company names. Official measurements use approved equipment and methods. Phone apps can help you track a problem for your records but are not typically used for enforcement.
Penalties and enforcement
- City of Naples: A noise violation is a civil infraction. The city lists penalties of $100 for the first offense and $500 for subsequent offenses within one year. See details in the city’s noise ordinance.
- Collier County: County enforcement follows Florida’s local code enforcement framework, with civil penalties that may be assessed up to $500 per infraction under state law. See the Florida statute on local civil infractions.
Practical steps for homeowners
Use this checklist whether you are planning a remodel or evaluating a home near an active site.
- Confirm jurisdiction, then note the applicable hours and any special activity limits.
- Check for posted permits and ask whether any extended-hours approval or city waiver is in place.
- If you are buying, ask the seller or developer about the construction timeline, typical work hours, and any planned high-impact activities like pile driving.
- Review HOA or condo rules, which can be stricter than city or county codes.
- If you need extended hours for your own project, apply through the county’s Application Forms and Submittal Requirements or request a city waiver per the Naples ordinance.
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FAQs
What are the City of Naples residential construction hours?
- Residential construction in the City of Naples is allowed Monday to Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with no work on Sundays or listed federal holidays, per the city’s Construction Site Activity page.
Can contractors work on Sundays in Collier County?
- No, routine construction is not permitted on Sundays or on listed federal holidays in unincorporated Collier County, as outlined in the county’s construction hours guidance.
How do I request extended hours in Collier County?
- Submit an Extended Construction Work Hours request through the county’s permitting portal using the forms in the Application Forms and Submittal Requirements.
Who do I call about after-hours construction in Naples city?
- Call the City Building Department at 239-213-5020 during business hours or 239-564-9109 after hours, weekends, and holidays, as listed on the city’s Construction Site Activity page.
Are there fines for breaking Naples noise rules?
- Yes, the City of Naples lists civil penalties of $100 for a first offense and $500 for subsequent offenses within one year in the city’s noise ordinance.
Can I use a phone app to prove excessive construction noise?
- Phone apps can help you document issues, but official enforcement relies on approved measurement methods and equipment, such as a Type 2 sound-level meter noted in the Naples ordinance.
