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Rochester's curfew ordinance is designed to protect the public, to protect minors, and to help parents control their children. Other ordinances preserve the peace and quiet. Graffiti removal preserves the appearance of the community and may assist in preventing the entrenchment of gangs.

Curfew (85A.14-17) Children must not be on public streets, alleys, parks, playgrounds, public buildings or grounds, places of amusement, entertainment, refreshment, or vacant lots during the following restricted hours:
Under 16 10:30pm - 5am
Ages 16-17 Midnight - 5am

Noise (85.10) No person shall make noise which unreasonably disturbs the peace and quiet of people nearby.

Parties (85.10.03) Between 11pm and 7am, no person shall attend any gathering of four or more persons which is noisy enough to disturb the peace and quiet of people nearby.

Construction (85.10.02) Construction is prohibited during the following times:
10pm through 7am Monday through Saturday
10om through noon Sunday

Firearms (85.13) With certain exceptions, no person shall discharge a firearm or transport an uncased firearm within the city limits.

Graffiti (85B.03) Placement of graffiti on any exterior surface on public or private property or possession of materials for placing graffiti is unlawful. Property owners are responsible for removing any graffiti from their property.