Outdoor music in Huntington Beach must comply with HBMC Chapter 8.40 noise standards. The city's loud party ordinance provides enhanced enforcement for repeat noise disturbances. Special event permits are required for organized outdoor music.
Outdoor music must comply with HBMC Chapter 8.40 exterior noise standards at the receiving property line. The city's loud party/unruly conduct ordinance allows cost recovery for repeated police responses to the same address. Organized outdoor events with amplified music require special event permits with noise conditions. Bars and restaurants with outdoor music must comply with their CUP conditions. Beach events and concerts have specific permits and regulations.
Outdoor music exceeding standards results in citations. Repeat loud party calls trigger cost recovery provisions.
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