Construction hours in Fresno County, CA — sometimes called construction noise rules or contractor work-hour ordinances — set when contractors can run power tools, hammers, and heavy equipment.
Unincorporated Fresno County limits construction noise to 7 AM-7 PM weekdays and 8 AM-5 PM Saturdays per Title 11. No Sunday/holiday construction without permit.
Fresno County Ordinance Code Title 11 restricts powered construction equipment to 7 AM-7 PM Monday through Friday, 8 AM-5 PM Saturday. Sunday and holiday construction prohibited without express permit from Resource Management Agency. Agricultural equipment operation exempt year-round. This construction hours rule under Fresno County's noise ordinances applies to unincorporated areas of Fresno County. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Fresno County code enforcement directly or consult the official California municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
First violation: warning. Subsequent: $100-$500 infraction. Continued violations trigger stop-work order.
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