Outdoor Music: Compton vs El Monte
How do outdoor music rules compare between Compton, CA and El Monte, CA?
Compton and El Monte have similar restriction levels.
Compton, CA
Los Angeles County
Compton Municipal Code Chapter 7 prohibits loud or unreasonable noise from amplified sound, music, and loudspeakers that disturbs the peace and quiet of neighbors, particularly during nighttime hours.
View full Compton rules →El Monte, CA
Los Angeles County
El Monte Municipal Code Chapter 8.36 prohibits noise from radios, musical instruments, TVs, phonographs, or other sound-reproducing devices that exceed the noise limit at the property line of any receiving property.
View full El Monte rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Compton | El Monte |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | CMC Chapter 7 | EMMC Ch. 8.36 |
| Standard | Disturbing peace of neighbors | - |
| Night Hours | Stricter enforcement 10 PM–7 AM | - |
| Penalty | Misdemeanor | - |
| Report | Compton PD: (310) 605-5777 | - |
| Day Limit | - | 65 dBA at property line (7 AM–10 PM) |
| Night Limit | - | 60 dBA at property line (10 PM–7 AM) |
| Ambient Rule | - | No more than +5 dBA over ambient for 15 min |
| Enforcement | - | El Monte PD: (626) 580-2100 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Compton FAQ
Can I play loud music outside in Compton?
Outdoor music must not disturb the peace and quiet of neighbors. Nighttime noise (10 PM-7 AM) is subject to stricter enforcement. Violations are misdemeanors.
What do I do about a loud party in Compton?
Contact the Compton Police Department at (310) 605-5777 to report a noise disturbance.
El Monte FAQ
Can I play loud music outside in El Monte?
Outdoor music must not exceed 65 dBA at the receiving property line during the day or 60 dBA at night. It also must not exceed ambient levels by more than 5 dBA for 15 minutes.
What if my neighbor plays loud music?
Contact the El Monte Police Department non-emergency line at (626) 580-2100 to file a noise complaint.
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