Construction hours in Garden Grove, CA — sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances — set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Garden Grove limits construction and repair work in or within 500 feet of residential areas to 7 AM to 8 PM on weekdays and Saturdays. Construction is prohibited on Sundays and federal holidays.
Under GGMC Section 8.47.060, it is unlawful to operate construction equipment or perform any construction, repair, or remodeling work on buildings, structures, or projects within a residential area or within 500 feet of one outside of permitted hours. This includes construction-related vehicles arriving, idling, or being loaded and unloaded at or near a construction site. Permitted hours are Monday through Saturday from 7 AM to 8 PM. No construction activity is allowed on Sundays or federal holidays. The restriction applies to all types of construction equipment including power tools, generators, and heavy machinery.
Construction noise violations are misdemeanors under GGMC Section 1.08.010, punishable by fines up to $1,000 and/or up to six months in county jail. Each day of violation is a separate offense.
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