Noise from Specific Sources in San Diego, CA (2026)
2 verified noise from specific sources rules for San Diego, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Construction Equipment Noise
San Diego Municipal Code §59.5.0404 limits construction equipment noise to an average 75 dBA at property line during permitted hours, and bars all construction noise on Sundays, federal holidays, and weekday hours outside 7am to 7pm.
Construction noise capped at 75 dBA at property line under SDMC §59.5
Some RestrictionsAirport Engine Run-up
San Diego International Airport operates an FAR Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program with a voluntary nighttime curfew (11:30pm-6:30am), restricted run-up locations, and mandatory engine run-up permits issued by the Airport Authority Noise Office.
SAN airport noise abatement Part 150 limits engine runups and night flights
Some RestrictionsLooking for San Diego County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement San Diego city rules.
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