Commercial and industrial noise in Rancho Cordova is limited at the receiving property line based on zoning. Industrial uses near the Highway 50 corridor and former Aerojet/Mather properties must contain noise to 70 dBA daytime and 65 dBA nighttime at adjacent residential boundaries.
Rancho Cordova uses a graduated decibel scheme under RCMC Chapter 9.44. Commercial zones allow up to 65 dBA during the day and 60 dBA at night. Industrial zones allow up to 75 dBA day and 70 dBA night internally, but must not exceed 70 dBA day or 65 dBA night at a residential receiving line. Loading docks, HVAC units, refrigeration trucks, and backup alarms are common complaint sources. The city requires noise studies under CEQA for new commercial developments near sensitive receptors, especially around Mather Field and existing residential Sunrise Boulevard neighborhoods.
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