Construction Hours: Long Beach vs Santa Monica
How do construction hours rules compare between Long Beach, CA and Santa Monica, CA?
Long Beach has fewer restrictions than Santa Monica.
Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Construction with a city permit is allowed weekdays 7 AM–7 PM and Saturdays 9 AM–6 PM. No construction noise on Sundays or holidays.
View full Long Beach rules →Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles County
Santa Monica Municipal Code Section 4.12.110 limits construction to 8 AM–6 PM Monday through Friday and 9 AM–5 PM Saturday. No construction on Sundays or holidays. High-impact equipment (pile drivers, jackhammers) is further restricted to 10 AM–3 PM weekdays only. After-hours permits available.
View full Santa Monica rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Long Beach | Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | 7 AM–7 PM | - |
| Saturdays | 9 AM–6 PM | - |
| Sundays | Not permitted | - |
| Variance | Available from Noise Control Officer | - |
| Mon–Fri | - | 8 AM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | - | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| High-Impact | - | 10 AM – 3 PM weekdays |
| Code | - | SMMC §4.12.110 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Long Beach FAQ
What are the allowed construction hours in Long Beach?
Construction with a city permit is allowed weekdays 7 AM–7 PM and Saturdays 9 AM–6 PM. No construction noise on Sundays or holidays.
Can construction work happen on weekends in Long Beach?
Weekdays: 7 AM–7 PM. Saturdays: 9 AM–6 PM. Sundays: Not permitted. Variance: Available from Noise Control Officer.
Santa Monica FAQ
When can construction happen in Santa Monica?
8 AM to 6 PM Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM Saturday. No construction on Sundays or holidays. High-impact equipment like jackhammers is limited to 10 AM to 3 PM weekdays.
Can I get a permit for after-hours construction?
Yes. Apply for an After-Hours Construction Permit from the Building and Safety Division. Conditions may include noise mitigation measures and neighbor notification.
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