Baldwin Park, CA Data Centers & Crypto Mining: Data Center Noise Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Code
- Muni Code § 130.34
- Industrial limit
- 70 dBA day and night
- R-1 homes
- 55 dBA day / 45 night
- Boundary rule
- Quieter zone's limit applies
- Tonal penalty
- Minus 5 dB for hum
Summary
Baldwin Park caps noise received on another person's property at 70 dBA in industrial zones day and night, and 55 dBA day / 45 dBA night at R-1 homes. Municipal Code § 130.34 sets the table.
It is unlawful for any person within the city to make, cause or allow to be produced noise which is received on property occupied by another person within the designated zone, in excess of the following levels, except as expressly provided otherwise herein.
Full Breakdown
Municipal Code § 130.34 makes it unlawful to produce noise received on property occupied by another person above the zone limit. Day runs 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and night 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Limits are R-1 55 dBA day / 45 dBA night, RG and R-3 60/55, Commercial 65/60, and Industrial 70 dBA at all hours. At a boundary between residential and commercial or manufacturing property, the quieter zone's limit governs. A 5 dB penalty applies to steady whine, screech, or hum, capturing data-center chillers and cooling fans.
Violations & Fines
Noise above the § 130.34 limits is a Municipal Code violation. The City may cite the operator and seek injunctions and additional remedies under § 130.36.
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