Noise Rules: Antioch vs Brentwood
How do noise rules rules compare between Antioch, CA and Brentwood, CA?
Antioch has fewer restrictions than Brentwood.
Antioch, CA
Contra Costa County
STR guests in Antioch must comply with the city's general noise ordinance. There are no STR-specific noise rules. Excessive noise from rental properties can result in police response and nuisance complaints.
View full Antioch rules →Brentwood, CA
Contra Costa County
Brentwood prohibits short-term rentals citywide under Municipal Code Chapter 17.796 (Ord. 1079, adopted Dec 10, 2024), so STR-specific noise rules do not apply. Any rental of 30 days or fewer is unlawful, leaving Brentwood's general noise ordinance to govern occupant conduct at long-term rentals.
View full Brentwood rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Antioch | Brentwood |
|---|---|---|
| Rules | General noise ordinance applies | - |
| Quiet Hours | 10 PM–7 AM | - |
| Owner Liability | Responsible for guest behavior | - |
| Enforcement | Antioch PD | - |
| STR Status | - | Banned citywide |
| Code Section | - | BMC Ch. 17.796 |
| Ordinance | - | No. 1079 (Dec 10, 2024) |
| Threshold | - | 30 days or fewer prohibited |
| ADUs | - | Included in ban |
| Hosted Stays | - | No exception |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Antioch FAQ
What noise rules apply to Airbnb guests in Antioch?
The city's standard noise ordinance applies. Guests should keep noise down especially between 10 PM and 7 AM.
Am I liable if my Airbnb guests are loud?
Yes, property owners can face nuisance enforcement for repeated disturbances from their rental property.
Brentwood FAQ
Are there quiet hours for short-term rentals in Brentwood?
No, because short-term rentals are themselves prohibited under BMC Chapter 17.796. There is no STR program to attach quiet-hours conditions to.
Does the unincorporated Contra Costa County STR noise rule apply inside Brentwood?
No. County Chapter 88-32 (Ord. 2020-12) governs unincorporated areas only; inside Brentwood, the citywide STR ban controls.
What if my neighbor is renting nightly?
Report it to City of Brentwood code enforcement. Stays of 30 days or fewer violate Chapter 17.796 and can trigger citations and abatement.
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