Quiet hours in Ojai, CA — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Ojai regulates noise under OMC Chapter 7-6, incorporating Ventura County noise standards. Residential nighttime noise must not exceed 45 dBA at the property line between 10 PM and 7 AM. Daytime limit is 55 dBA for residential zones.
OMC Chapter 7-6 adopts Ventura County noise regulations. Residential exterior noise limits are 55 dBA daytime (7 AM-10 PM) and 45 dBA nighttime (10 PM-7 AM). Interior noise limits are 45 dBA daytime and 35 dBA nighttime. Measurements are taken at the property line of the affected residence. Nuisance noise complaints are handled by the Ventura County Sheriff Ojai station at (805) 646-1414. Exemptions apply for emergency operations, agricultural activities, and permitted special events in Libbey Park.
First offense: written warning. Subsequent violations: infraction citation with fines starting at $100 for first offense, $200 for second within 12 months, $500 for third. Repeat noise violations may be declared a public nuisance under OMC Chapter 1-3.
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