Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) sits inside city limits roughly 5 miles northeast of downtown with flight paths over established neighborhoods. Aircraft operations are governed by the FAA, not city code, but properties within the 65+ CNEL noise contour require real estate disclosure under California Civil Code §1103 and the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan.
Fresno Yosemite International Airport handles commercial, general aviation, and California Air National Guard (144th Fighter Wing F-15 operations). Neighborhoods under the primary approach and departure corridors, including portions of McLane, Roosevelt, and areas north of Clinton Avenue, sit within or adjacent to the 65 CNEL noise contour mapped by the Fresno County Airport Land Use Commission. Federal law (49 USC §40103 and §41713) preempts local regulation of aircraft in flight, so Fresno cannot directly limit takeoff times, engine run-ups on airport property, or flight paths. The city participates in FAA Part 150 noise studies and maintains a complaint log through the Airport Department. Properties in the 65+ CNEL contour must disclose airport noise exposure to buyers under CA Civil Code §1103.4 and §1102.17. Some older homes in the footprint may qualify for residential sound insulation programs funded by FAA Airport Improvement Program grants.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Fresno code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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