Glendale Construction Hours Rules (2026): What You Need to Know

Glendale Municipal Code Chapter 8.36 makes it unlawful for any person within a residential zone, or within a radius of 500 feet thereof, to operate equipment or perform any outside construction or repair work on buildings, structures, or projects between the hours of 7 PM and 7 AM. The definition of construction is broad and includes the transportation or delivery of any materials, tools, or equipment to or from a construction site, as well as the loading, unloading, or use of such items.

Grading activities, defined as any excavating, filling of earth material, or combination thereof conducted to prepare a site for construction, are also subject to these time restrictions. Fixed noise sources such as residential, agricultural, industrial, and commercial machinery including pumps, fans, compressors, air conditioners, and refrigeration equipment are regulated separately under the general noise standards.

Public utility company maintenance and construction operations on public right-of-way are exempt, as are operations on private property deemed necessary to serve the best interest of the public, including police, fire, street sweeping, debris and limb removal, and other emergency services. Contractors and homeowners seeking to work outside permitted hours may apply for a variance, which requires demonstrating that compliance is not technically feasible and that no reasonable alternatives exist. Contact the Community Development Department at (818) 548-3700 for variance applications.