Decibel Limits: Glendale vs Long Beach
How do decibel limits rules compare between Glendale, CA and Long Beach, CA?
Glendale and Long Beach have similar restriction levels.
Glendale, CA
Los Angeles County
Glendale enforces presumed ambient noise standards under GMC 8.36.040. Residential (single-family/duplex) zones are limited to 55 dBA daytime and 45 dBA nighttime exterior. Multifamily residential allows 60 dBA. Commercial zones are set at 65 dBA. Any noise exceeding the presumed ambient plus 5 dBA is a violation.
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Los Angeles County
Long Beach enforces exterior noise limits by district under LBMC 8.80.150. Residential areas (District 1) are limited to 50 dBA daytime (7 AM-10 PM) and 45 dBA nighttime (10 PM-7 AM). Commercial (District 2) allows 60 dBA day / 55 dBA night. Industrial zones reach 65-70 dBA.
View full Long Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Glendale | Long Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Day | 55 dBA (single-family) | 50 dBA (7 AM-10 PM) |
| Residential Night | 45 dBA | 45 dBA (10 PM-7 AM) |
| Multifamily | 60 dBA anytime | - |
| Commercial | 65 dBA anytime | - |
| Code | GMC 8.36.040 | LBMC 8.80.150-160 |
| Commercial Day | - | 60 dBA |
| Commercial Night | - | 55 dBA |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Glendale FAQ
What is the noise limit in Glendale residential areas?
Single-family and duplex zones: 55 dBA daytime, 45 dBA nighttime. Multifamily zones: 60 dBA anytime. Any noise exceeding the presumed ambient plus 5 dBA is a violation under GMC 8.36.040.
How does Glendale measure noise violations?
Using the A-weighted scale with slow response at the property line. If noise contains a pure tone or impulsive sound, the standard is reduced by 5 dBA.
Long Beach FAQ
What is the noise limit in residential areas of Long Beach?
50 dBA during daytime (7 AM-10 PM) and 45 dBA during nighttime (10 PM-7 AM) in District 1 (predominantly residential), as set by Table A in LBMC Section 8.80.160.
How are noise violations measured in Long Beach?
By cumulative duration per hour at the receiving property line. Noise exceeding the district standard for more than 30 minutes per hour is a violation, with stricter thresholds at higher dB levels.
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