Decibel Limits: Huntington Beach vs Newport Beach
How do decibel limits rules compare between Huntington Beach, CA and Newport Beach, CA?
Huntington Beach and Newport Beach have similar restriction levels.
Huntington Beach, CA
Orange County
Huntington Beach establishes exterior and interior noise standards under HBMC Chapter 8.40. The ordinance designates noise zones with specific decibel limits for residential, commercial, and industrial areas.
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Orange County
Newport Beach establishes specific decibel thresholds under NBMC Chapter 10.26 that vary by zoning district and time of day. Residential zones allow approximately 55 dBA daytime and 50 dBA nighttime at the property line.
View full Newport Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Huntington Beach | Newport Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Zones | Residential, commercial, industrial | - |
| Leaf Blower Limit | 70 dBA at 10 feet | - |
| Measurement | At receiving property line | A-weighted at boundary |
| Nighttime | Lower limits apply | - |
| Code Section | HBMC Chapter 8.40 | - |
| Residential Day | - | ~55 dBA at property line |
| Residential Night | - | ~50 dBA at property line |
| Exemptions | - | Construction, emergency |
| Code Enforcement | - | (949) 644-3215 |
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Huntington Beach FAQ
What are the noise limits in Huntington Beach?
Limits vary by zone. Residential areas have the strictest standards. Leaf blowers are limited to 70 dBA measured at 10 feet.
How is noise measured?
At the property line of the receiving property using A-weighted sound level meters per HBMC Chapter 8.40.
Newport Beach FAQ
What are the residential noise limits?
Approximately 55 dBA during daytime (7 AM to 10 PM) and 50 dBA during nighttime (10 PM to 7 AM), measured at the property line under NBMC Chapter 10.26.
How is noise measured?
Using A-weighted decibel meters at the property boundary of the receiving property. Adjustments apply for tonal or impulsive noise characteristics.
Is construction noise exempt?
Yes, during permitted hours: 7 AM to 6:30 PM weekdays, 8 AM to 6 PM Saturdays. No construction on Sundays or holidays.
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