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Quiet Hours: Pasadena vs South San Gabriel

How do quiet hours rules compare between Pasadena, CA and South San Gabriel, CA?

Pasadena has fewer restrictions than South San Gabriel.

Pasadena, CA

Los Angeles County

Some Restrictions

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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South San Gabriel, CA

Los Angeles County

Heavy Restrictions

Los Angeles County Code Title 12, Chapter 12.08 establishes exterior noise standards for unincorporated areas. Residential zones are limited to 50 dBA daytime and 45 dBA nighttime. Nighttime quiet hours run from 10 PM to 7 AM.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactPasadenaSouth San Gabriel
Quiet Hours10 PM–7 AM10 PM – 7 AM
Night Limit (Residential)50 dBA-
Day Limit (Residential)60 dBA-
Code SectionPMC Ch. 9.36Title 12, Ch. 12.08
Residential Day-50 dBA max
Residential Night-45 dBA max
Enforcement-(626) 430-5201

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.

South San Gabriel FAQ

What are quiet hours in unincorporated LA County?

Nighttime quiet hours run from 10 PM to 7 AM under LA County Code Chapter 12.08. During these hours, residential areas have a 45 dBA exterior noise limit.

How do I file a noise complaint in unincorporated LA County?

Call LA County Environmental Health at (626) 430-5201 for noise complaints related to businesses or construction. For general disturbances, contact the LA County Sheriff.

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