Madera County, CA Noise Ordinances: Amplified Music & Outdoor Sound (2026)

The use, operation or permitting to be played, used or operated, of any television set, radio, musical instrument or other device for amplification, production or reproduction of sound in such a manner as to disturb the peace, quiet, and comfort of neighboring residents or persons of normal sensitivity in the area. The use of such devices is strictly prohibited between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. if the sound creates a noise disturbance that crosses residential property lines.b.Prima Facie Violations. The operation of any device for the amplification, production or reproduction of sound in such a manner that the sound is plainly audible at a distance of fifty feet from the source or the building structure, or vehicle in which it is located, shall be prima facie evidence of a violation of this section.F.Operating or permitting the operation of any device that creates a vibration which is above the vibration perception threshold as defined in Section 9.58 at or beyond the property boundary of the source if on private property or one hundred fifty feet (forty-six meters) from the source if on a public right-of-way will be in violation of this chapter.G.Construction activities are limited to the hours of seven a.m. and seven p.m. Monday through Friday and nine a.m. and five p.m. on Saturdays. Construction activities will be prohibited on Saturdays. Construction activities outside of these hours may be approved at the discretion of the Director of Public Works.