7 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 10 cities in San Diego County, California.
Verified from official government sources
San Diego County Code of Regulatory Ordinances Section 36.404 sets noise limits by property zone and time of day. Residential zones: 50 dBA daytime (7 AM–10 PM), 45 dBA nighttime (10 PM–7 AM). Sound-level measurements taken at the property line of the affected property.
Construction in unincorporated San Diego County is limited to 7 AM–7 PM Monday through Saturday. Construction on Sundays and legal holidays is prohibited unless a special permit is granted. Section 36.408 of the County Code regulates construction noise.
San Diego County Code Chapter 6 (Animal Control) and the noise ordinance address barking dogs. Persistently barking dogs that disturb neighbors violate Section 36.401's general noise disturbance provisions. County Animal Services investigates complaints and may declare a dog a public nuisance.
San Diego County does not have a specific leaf blower ban or restriction beyond the general noise ordinance. Leaf blowers must comply with the 75 dBA construction equipment standard and general noise limits. No ban on gas-powered blowers in unincorporated areas.
California AB 1346 (2021, Berman) — phase-out of new small off-road engines (Health & Safety Code § 43018.11)
SEC. 2. Section 43018.11 is added to the Health and Safety Code, to read: 43018.11. (a) (1) By July 1, 2022, the state board shall, consistent with federal law, adopt cost-effective and technologically feasible regulations to prohibit engine exhaust and evaporative emissions from new small off-road engines, as defined by the state board. Those regulations shall apply to engines produced on or a...
Amplified music in unincorporated San Diego County must comply with the noise ordinance decibel limits under Section 36.404. Residential zones: 50 dBA daytime, 45 dBA nighttime at the property line. Amplified sound for events may require a special permit from the County.
San Diego County has significant military and civilian aircraft operations. MCAS Miramar, Naval Base San Diego, and multiple regional airports generate aircraft noise. FAA preempts local regulation of flight paths.
Industrial noise in unincorporated San Diego County is addressed through the county noise ordinance and conditional use permit conditions. The County Noise Ordinance establishes standards by zone.
10 cities in San Diego County have their own noise ordinances rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
7 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
9 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
9 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
9 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
9 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
9 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
7 verified rules • Aircraft Noise, Amplified Music & Events
5 verified rules • Amplified Music & Events, Barking Dogs
5 verified rules • Amplified Music & Events, Barking Dogs
1 verified rule • Quiet Hours
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