Amplified Music & Events: Jurupa Valley vs Riverside

Can I have a DJ at a backyard party in Jurupa Valley?

Yes, but the amplified sound at your neighbor's property line cannot exceed 55 dBA during the day or 45 dBA after 10 p.m. - both are quiet-conversation levels. After 10 p.m. you'll likely need to take the music indoors.

How does a venue get permission for regular outdoor concerts?

Apply for a continuous-events exception under § 11.05.070(1)(b). The Planning Director sets a Planning Commission public hearing and may impose sound, duration, and operating-hour conditions.

Are church bells or amplified worship services regulated?

Public or private schools and school-sponsored activities are exempt under § 11.05.020(5), but houses of worship are not separately exempt. They must meet § 11.05.040 limits or obtain a continuous-events exception.

Can my backyard speakers play at any volume during the day?

No. Under the 2025 amendment to RMC § 7.35.010(D), if your amplified music is plainly audible 25 feet or more beyond your property line, it is a violation regardless of the time of day.

What changed in 2025?

City Council amended § 7.35.010 to add subsection (D), which extends the prohibition on plainly-audible amplified sound to all hours, not just the previous 10 p.m.-7 a.m. window. § 7.15.010 fines were also reaffirmed at $500/$750/$1,000.

Are concerts and school events exempt?

Yes - § 7.35.020(B) exempts authorized school bands, school athletic and entertainment events, and occasional public/private gatherings between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. A variance under § 7.40.010 is required to run later.