Quiet Hours: Pasadena vs Santa Clarita
How do quiet hours rules compare between Pasadena, CA and Santa Clarita, CA?
Pasadena and Santa Clarita have similar restriction levels.
Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles County
Pasadena enforces noise regulations under Chapter 9.36 of the Municipal Code, restricting excessive noise from 10 PM to 7 AM in residential zones. Maximum residential noise levels are 50 dBA during nighttime and 60 dBA during daytime.
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Los Angeles County
Santa Clarita prohibits loud, unnecessary, and unusual noise that disturbs the peace under SCMC Chapter 11.44. The noise ordinance sets decibel-based limits by zone. Residential areas have a 65 dBA daytime limit and 55 dBA nighttime limit measured at the property line.
View full Santa Clarita rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Pasadena | Santa Clarita |
|---|---|---|
| Quiet Hours | 10 PM–7 AM | - |
| Night Limit (Residential) | 50 dBA | - |
| Day Limit (Residential) | 60 dBA | - |
| Code Section | PMC Ch. 9.36 | SCMC 11.44 |
| Daytime Limit | - | 65 dBA residential zones |
| Nighttime Limit | - | 55 dBA residential zones |
| Enforcement | - | LA County Sheriff's Dept |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Pasadena FAQ
What are the quiet hours in Pasadena?
Quiet hours are from 10 PM to 7 AM. Residential noise must not exceed 50 dBA at the property line during these hours.
How do I file a noise complaint?
Contact the Pasadena Police non-emergency line or the Code Compliance Division to report noise violations.
Santa Clarita FAQ
What are the noise limits in Santa Clarita?
Residential areas have a 65 dBA daytime and 55 dBA nighttime limit at the property line under SCMC Chapter 11.44.
How do I report a noise complaint?
Contact the LA County Sheriff's Department Santa Clarita Valley Station for noise complaints.
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