Noise from Specific Sources in Porterville, CA (2026)
1 verified noise from specific sources rules for Porterville, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
HVAC & Mechanical Noise
The City of Porterville sets a separate, stricter decibel ceiling for residential air conditioning and refrigeration equipment: 55 dBA for units already installed and 50 dBA for units installed after the noise ordinance took effect, measured at the nearest affected property.
Porterville Air Conditioner Noise Limits
Some RestrictionsPorterville Municipal Code § 18-90.7
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 18-90.3 of this article where the intruding noise source when measured as provided in section 18-90.4 of this article is an existing residential air conditioning or refrigeration system or associated equipment, the exterior noise level shall not exceed fifty five (55) dBA. For residential air conditioning or refrigeration systems or associated equipment...
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