Decibel Limits: Inglewood vs Long Beach
How do decibel limits rules compare between Inglewood, CA and Long Beach, CA?
Inglewood has fewer restrictions than Long Beach.
Inglewood, CA
Los Angeles County
Inglewood Municipal Code Sections 5-30 and 5-31 establish maximum noise levels based on zone and duration. Noise exceeding these levels when measured on another property is unlawful. Section 5-32 reduces permitted levels by 5 dBA for impact, repetitive, or simple tone noise. Section 5-27 defines base ambient noise levels by zone classification.
View full Inglewood rules →Long Beach, CA
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 | Inglewood | Long Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior | IMC Section 5-30 | - |
| Interior | IMC Section 5-31 | - |
| Impact/Tone | Reduce 5 dBA (Sec. 5-32) | - |
| Ambient Baseline | Section 5-27 by zone | - |
| Residential Day | - | 50 dBA (7 AM-10 PM) |
| Residential Night | - | 45 dBA (10 PM-7 AM) |
| Commercial Day | - | 60 dBA |
| Commercial Night | - | 55 dBA |
| Code | - | LBMC 8.80.150-160 |
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Inglewood FAQ
What are the noise limits in Inglewood?
Sections 5-30 and 5-31 set maximum levels based on zone and duration. Impact, repetitive, or tone noise limits are reduced by 5 dB(A) under Section 5-32.
How are noise complaints handled in Inglewood?
Code Enforcement and the Inglewood Police Department investigate noise complaints. File reports through the city's nuisance complaint process.
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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