Long Beach Construction Hours Rules (2026): What You Need to Know
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The Short Version
Construction in Long Beach is allowed Monday through Friday 7 AM to 7 PM and Saturdays 9 AM to 6 PM. Sunday construction is prohibited unless a special permit is obtained from the Noise Control Officer. Leaf blowers have separate, stricter hour restrictions.
Full Breakdown
LBMC Section 8.80.202 regulates construction equipment noise and leaf blowers. Construction, demolition, grading, and related activities that produce loud or unusual noise are restricted to weekday and Saturday daytime hours. The Noise Control Officer may grant a Sunday work permit for work between 9 AM and 6 PM if good cause is shown.
Leaf blowers have separate restrictions near residential areas: Monday through Friday before 7 AM or after 8 PM; Saturday before 9 AM or after 5 PM; Sunday and legal holidays before 11 AM or after 5 PM. The Harbor District has separate rules. Public agency emergency work is exempt. Landowners, construction company owners, contractors, sub-contractors, and employers may all be co-defendants in enforcement actions.
What Happens If You Violate This?
Same as Chapter 8.80: misdemeanor with fines up to $500 and/or up to 180 days imprisonment. Stop-work orders may be issued. Contact the Noise Control Officer at (562) 570-4126.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do construction work on Saturday?
Is Sunday construction ever allowed?
Do these rules apply to homeowners doing their own work?
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