Noise Ordinances in Petaluma, CA (2026)
9 verified noise ordinances for Petaluma, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Quiet Hours
Petaluma is declared a 'quiet city' by IZO §21.040. No person may cause a source of sound that, when measured at the affected property line in open/outdoor space, exceeds the dBA limits in Table 21.1.
Petaluma Quiet Hours and Noise Standards
Some RestrictionsPetaluma IZO §21.040
No person shall cause or allow to cause, any source of sound at any location within the incorporated City or allow the creation of any noise on property owned, leased, occupied or otherwise controlled by such person, which when measured on the property where the noise disturbance is being experienced within public or private open/outdoor spaces, exceeds the noise level of Table 21.1... If the m...
Construction Hours
Construction noise in Petaluma is limited to daytime hours under the noise ordinance — generally 7 a.m.–7 p.m. weekdays with more limited weekend hours and none on Sundays/holidays. Work outside the permitted window is a violation; confirm exact hours with the city.
Noise: Construction Hours
Some RestrictionsBarking Dogs
Persistent dog barking in Petaluma is enforced under the noise ordinance and animal provisions as a disturbance; chronic barking that disturbs neighbors can be cited.
Noise: Barking Dogs
Some RestrictionsVehicle Noise
California Vehicle Code §27150–27207 sets statewide muffler and exhaust noise standards that Petaluma Police enforce; modified or excessive vehicle noise is also captured by IZO §21.040's general noise standard.
Petaluma Vehicle and Motorcycle Noise
Some RestrictionsLooking for Sonoma County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Petaluma city rules.
Noise Ordinances in Sonoma County →