Berkeley allows construction 8am to 7pm weekdays, 9am to 8pm Saturdays, with no work Sundays or holidays under BMC 13.40.070, enforced strictly citywide.
Under Berkeley Municipal Code 13.40.070, construction activity including powered tools, equipment, and deliveries is permitted Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 7:00pm, and Saturday from 9:00am to 8:00pm. Sunday and legal holiday construction is prohibited without a special noise permit issued by the city. Berkeley is one of the stricter Bay Area cities on construction noise, and permits are rarely granted for weekend expansion. Violations can trigger stop-work orders in addition to fines. Homeowners undertaking DIY projects must follow the same hours as licensed contractors. Emergency repairs to utilities are exempt but must be reported to the city.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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