Quiet Hours: Castaic vs Long Beach
How do quiet hours rules compare between Castaic, CA and Long Beach, CA?
Long Beach has fewer restrictions than Castaic.
Castaic, CA
Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County Code Title 12, Chapter 12.08 establishes exterior noise standards for unincorporated areas. Residential zones are limited to 50 dBA daytime and 45 dBA nighttime. Nighttime quiet hours run from 10 PM to 7 AM.
View full Castaic rules →Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Long Beach Municipal Code Chapter 8.80 prohibits unreasonable noise. Residential quiet hours are generally 10 PM–7 AM on weekdays and 10 PM–9 AM on weekends.
View full Long Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Castaic | Long Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | Title 12, Ch. 12.08 | - |
| Residential Day | 50 dBA max | - |
| Residential Night | 45 dBA max | - |
| Quiet Hours | 10 PM – 7 AM | 10 PM–7 AM weekdays / 10 PM–9 AM weekends |
| Enforcement | (626) 430-5201 | LBPD + Health Dept |
| Code | - | LBMC §8.80 |
| Contact | - | (562) 570-4132 |
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Castaic FAQ
What are quiet hours in unincorporated LA County?
Nighttime quiet hours run from 10 PM to 7 AM under LA County Code Chapter 12.08. During these hours, residential areas have a 45 dBA exterior noise limit.
How do I file a noise complaint in unincorporated LA County?
Call LA County Environmental Health at (626) 430-5201 for noise complaints related to businesses or construction. For general disturbances, contact the LA County Sheriff.
Long Beach FAQ
What are the quiet hours in Long Beach?
Long Beach Municipal Code Chapter 8.80 prohibits unreasonable noise. Residential quiet hours are generally 10 PM–7 AM on weekdays and 10 PM–9 AM on weekends.
What happens if I violate the noise ordinance in Long Beach?
Code: LBMC §8.80. Quiet Hours: 10 PM–7 AM weekdays / 10 PM–9 AM weekends. Enforcement: LBPD + Health Dept. Contact: (562) 570-4132.
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