Industrial noise in Compton is regulated under nuisance code and LA County noise control standards. Industrial areas should not exceed 70 dB at any time. Cal/OSHA workplace noise limits also apply. Complaints are handled through code enforcement.
Compton's industrial noise ordinance regulates sound generated by manufacturing facilities, warehouses, commercial HVAC systems, loading operations, and mechanical equipment. Noise from these sources must not exceed 70 dBA during daytime hours (7 AM–10 PM) or 60 dBA during nighttime hours (10 PM–7 AM) as measured at the nearest residential property line. Octave-band analysis may be required for tonal or impulsive noise. New industrial uses must submit noise impact assessments as part of conditional use permit applications. Existing facilities that exceed limits must implement mitigation measures such as sound walls, equipment enclosures, or operational schedule changes. California state environmental regulations supplement local noise control.
Industrial noise violations carry fines of $250–$2,500 per occurrence. Chronic violators face operating permit review and potential conditional use permit revocation. Abatement orders require compliance within 30 days.
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