Santa Clarita applies the same zone-based noise limits from SCMC 11.44.040 to all sound-amplifying equipment. Amplified sound must not exceed the noise limits for the receiving zone. The city prohibits willfully making loud, unnecessary, and unusual noise that disturbs the peace of any neighborhood.
Under SCMC Section 11.44.040, the noise limits established for each land use zone apply directly to any use of sound-amplifying equipment. Amplified sound must comply with the same decibel standards as other noise sources, measured at the receiving property. Section 11.44.020 separately prohibits any person from willfully making or continuing any loud, unnecessary, and unusual noise that disturbs the peace or quiet of any neighborhood or causes discomfort or annoyance to reasonable persons in the area. This general nuisance provision applies to outdoor music, parties, and events regardless of measured decibel levels. Factors considered include time of day, duration, volume, and whether the noise is usual for the area. Construction work within 300 feet of residential areas is restricted to 7 AM-7 PM weekdays and 8 AM-6 PM Saturdays, with no work on Sundays or holidays.
Misdemeanor citation for noise disturbance or exceeding zone limits. Nuisance abatement proceedings for persistent violations. Each day constitutes a separate offense.
Santa Clarita, CA
Santa Clarita prohibits loud, unnecessary, and unusual noise that disturbs the peace under SCMC Chapter 11.44. The noise ordinance sets decibel-based limits ...
Santa Clarita, CA
Santa Clarita enforces noise limits under SCMC Chapter 11.44. The city prohibits noise that exceeds established levels for each land use zone. At the boundar...
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