Aircraft noise in Huntington Beach is regulated by the FAA and John Wayne Airport's noise plan. The city's noise ordinance (HBMC 8.40) does not cover aircraft in flight. New construction in noise zones must meet Title 24 interior standards.
Huntington Beach is affected by aircraft noise from John Wayne Airport (SNA) and military operations from nearby bases. Aircraft noise is under federal FAA jurisdiction and the county's Airport Settlement Agreement. The city's noise ordinance HBMC Chapter 8.40 does not regulate aircraft in flight. New residential construction within noise impact zones must meet Title 24 interior noise standards of 45 dB CNEL. The city participates in the Airport Environs Land Use Plan (AELUP).
Aircraft noise is federally regulated. Sound insulation requirements for new construction are enforced through building permits.
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