Quiet hours in Long Beach, CA — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Long Beach Municipal Code Chapter 8.80 prohibits unreasonable noise. Residential quiet hours are generally 10 PM–7 AM on weekdays and 10 PM–9 AM on weekends.
LBMC §8.80 establishes noise standards enforced by the Health Department Noise Control Program. Complaints are handled by the Long Beach Police Department and Environmental Health at (562) 570-4132. Long Beach enforces quiet hours through the LBMC Noise Ordinance (Ch. 8.80). During nighttime hours (10 PM to 7 AM weekdays, 10 PM to 8 AM weekends), noise audible beyond the property line that disturbs a reasonable person is a violation. First-offense citations typically carry a $100-$250 fine; repeat violations within 12 months escalate. Report non-emergency noise complaints to LBPD at (562) 435-6711 or file through the Go Long Beach app.
Violation of Chapter 8.80 may result in fines or imprisonment, or both. Each day of continued violation is a separate offense.
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