Noise Rules: Carson vs Glendale
How do noise rules rules compare between Carson, CA and Glendale, CA?
Carson has fewer restrictions than Glendale.
Carson, CA
Los Angeles County
STR noise in Carson is governed by the city's general Noise Control Ordinance (Carson Municipal Code Article 4 Chapter 5, eCode360 §47244215), which adopts Los Angeles County Code Title 12 Chapter 12.08 by reference. There is no STR-specific quiet-hour rule or decibel limit — the same standards apply to STR guests as to any other resident.
View full Carson rules →Glendale, CA
Los Angeles County
STR guests in Glendale must comply with all noise regulations. The home-sharing ordinance specifically requires that rentals not create noise nuisances that interfere with neighbors' quiet enjoyment. Hosts are responsible for guest behavior.
View full Glendale rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Carson | Glendale |
|---|---|---|
| Carson noise ordinance | CMC Article 4 Chapter 5 (eCode360 §47244215) — adopts LA County Code Title 12 Ch. 12.08 | - |
| Daytime residential limit | 50 dB(A) at property line, 7 a.m.–10 p.m. (LA County Code §12.08.390) | - |
| Nighttime residential limit | 45 dB(A) at property line, 10 p.m.–7 a.m. | - |
| Plainly audible rule | Sound audible 150 ft from source is prima facie a violation | - |
| Enforcement | LA County Sheriff (Carson Station) + city code enforcement | - |
| Quiet Hours | - | 10 PM–7 AM |
| Host Responsibility | - | Must be on-site to manage guests |
| Standard | - | No unreasonable interference with neighbors |
| Penalty | - | Fines and possible license revocation |
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Carson FAQ
What are the quiet hours for STR guests in Carson?
10 p.m. to 7 a.m. — when the residential ambient limit drops to 45 dB(A) at the property line under LA County Code §12.08.390 as adopted by Carson.
Can my STR be shut down for noise?
Carson has no STR permit to revoke, but repeated noise violations can lead to citations against the host as the responsible property owner, and the property can be declared a public nuisance subject to abatement.
Glendale FAQ
Are STR guests subject to Glendale noise rules?
Yes. The home-sharing ordinance explicitly requires that STRs not create noise nuisances. Hosts must be present and manage guest behavior.
Can my Home-Sharing License be revoked for noise?
Yes. Multiple substantiated noise complaints may lead to license revocation and a ban on future home-sharing at the property.
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