Huntington Beach establishes exterior and interior noise standards under HBMC Chapter 8.40. The ordinance designates noise zones with specific decibel limits for residential, commercial, and industrial areas.
HBMC Chapter 8.40 establishes noise standards by zone with both exterior and interior limits. Residential areas have the strictest standards. The ordinance includes specific provisions for leaf blowers (70 dBA at 10 feet), construction hours, and property maintenance hours. Noise is measured at the property line of the receiving property using A-weighted sound level meters. A correction factor applies for noise with tonal or impulsive character. Nighttime limits are lower than daytime.
Noise exceeding standards is subject to administrative citations and fines. Repeat violations may result in misdemeanor charges.
Huntington Beach, CA
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