Outdoor Music: Tulare vs Visalia
How do outdoor music rules compare between Tulare, CA and Visalia, CA?
Tulare, CA
Tulare County
Outdoor amplified music is regulated by Tulare Municipal Code §6.40.071: a 70 dBA limit at the property line of any affected property between 6 AM and 10 PM. City parks and city facilities have an 85 dBA cap measured within 100 feet of the source. Parades and permitted community events run under Chapter 8.70 and share the 85 dBA ceiling.
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Tulare County
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Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Tulare | Visalia |
|---|---|---|
| Private-property cap | 70 dBA at property line, 6 AM–10 PM | - |
| Park / facility cap | 85 dBA within 100 ft of source | - |
| Event permits | Tulare MC Chapter 8.70 (parades/community events) | - |
| Quiet hours | 10 PM–6 AM (no amplified-sound exemption) | - |
| Nuisance backstop | Tulare MC Chapter 7.28 | - |
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Tulare FAQ
Do I need a permit for a backyard party with a DJ?
Not normally for a one-off party on private property, but you still must stay under 70 dBA at the property line until 10 PM and quiet after.
Can a restaurant patio run amplified music at 11 PM?
Not without risking a citation. The §6.40.071 daytime window ends at 10 PM; after that, any disturbing amplified sound is enforceable.
What about a city park concert?
Concerts on city park property may go up to 85 dBA measured within 100 ft of the source; a Ch. 8.70 permit is typically required.
Visalia FAQ
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