1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Kern County, California.
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Kern County Code Chapter 8.36 (Noise Control) governs unincorporated areas. § 8.36.020 prohibits construction noise audible at 150 feet between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. weekdays (until 8:00 a.m. weekends) when within 1,000 feet of a dwelling. Cal. Penal Code §415 covers disturbing the peace countywide.
2 cities in Kern County have their own noise ordinances rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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