Construction Hours: Herald vs Vineyard
How do construction hours rules compare between Herald, CA and Vineyard, CA?
Herald and Vineyard have similar restriction levels.
Herald, CA
Sacramento County
Construction in unincorporated Sacramento County is allowed 7 AM to 6 PM Monday through Saturday and prohibited on Sundays and holidays under Chapter 6.68 of the County Code.
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Sacramento County
Sacramento County Code §6.68.090(h) exempts construction/maintenance activity from the chapter's dBA caps only between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday-Friday and between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Outside those windows the standard 55/50 dBA limits apply in Vineyard.
View full Vineyard rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Herald | Vineyard |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday hours | 7 AM to 6 PM | - |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 6 PM | - |
| Sunday | Prohibited without permit | - |
| Holidays | Prohibited | - |
| Dust | SMAQMD Rule 403 | - |
| Code Section | - | SCC §6.68.090(h) |
| Weekday Hours | - | 6 a.m.-8 p.m. (M-F) |
| Weekend Hours | - | 7 a.m.-8 p.m. (Sa-Su) |
| Variance Body | - | Joint City-County Hearing Board (§6.68.110) |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Herald FAQ
Can I do interior work on Sunday?
Interior work that cannot be heard outside the structure is generally permitted, but exterior or audible work requires a special permit.
Does this apply inside cities like Elk Grove or Folsom?
No. Incorporated cities set their own construction hours. This rule applies only to unincorporated Sacramento County.
Vineyard FAQ
Can construction start at 6 a.m. on Saturday in Vineyard?
No. Sacramento County §6.68.090(h) only exempts construction noise from 7 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Pre-7 a.m. weekend construction can be cited.
Are leaf blowers and lawn mowers covered by the same hours?
Yes - §6.68.090(h) covers all residential property maintenance noise, including blowers, mowers and power tools.
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