Industrial Noise: Glendale vs Pomona
How do industrial noise rules compare between Glendale, CA and Pomona, CA?
Glendale and Pomona have similar restriction levels.
Glendale, CA
Los Angeles County
Industrial noise in Glendale may not exceed ambient noise by more than 5 dBA per GMC 8.36. Pure tones or impulsive sounds reduce the threshold by an additional 5 dBA. Public utilities and flood control operations on public right-of-way are exempt.
View full Glendale rules →Pomona, CA
Los Angeles County
Pomona regulates industrial noise through Chapter 18, Article VII (Noise and Vibration Control) and the Zoning and Development Code Table 30-469 which sets noise standards by land use classification.
View full Pomona rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Glendale | Pomona |
|---|---|---|
| Limit | Ambient + 5 dBA | - |
| Pure Tone Penalty | -5 dBA additional | - |
| Exemptions | Public utilities, flood control | - |
| Code Section | GMC 8.36 | - |
| Code | - | Ch. 18, Art. VII / Table 30-469 |
| Measurement | - | A-weighted dBA at slow response |
| Enforcement | - | Code Enforcement 909-620-2374 |
| Zoning Standards | - | Vary by land use classification |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Glendale FAQ
What are the industrial noise limits in Glendale?
Industrial and commercial operations must stay below 70 dBA during the day and 60 dBA at night, measured at the nearest residential property line.
How do I report industrial noise in Glendale?
File a complaint with Glendale Code Enforcement. They may conduct sound level measurements to determine if the source exceeds permitted levels.
Pomona FAQ
What are the industrial noise limits in Pomona?
Industrial and commercial operations must stay below 70 dBA during the day and 60 dBA at night, measured at the nearest residential property line.
How do I report industrial noise in Pomona?
File a complaint with Pomona Code Enforcement. They may conduct sound level measurements to determine if the source exceeds permitted levels.
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