Quiet hours in Santa Clarita, CA — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Santa Clarita prohibits loud, unnecessary, and unusual noise that disturbs the peace under SCMC Chapter 11.44. The noise ordinance sets decibel-based limits by zone. Residential areas have a 65 dBA daytime limit and 55 dBA nighttime limit measured at the property line.
SCMC Chapter 11.44 regulates noise in Santa Clarita. Residential zone limits are 65 dBA during daytime and 55 dBA during nighttime hours. It is unlawful to make noise that disturbs the peace or quiet of any neighborhood. Exemptions exist for emergency vehicles, construction during permitted hours, and city-authorized events. The LA County Sheriff's Department (Santa Clarita Valley Station) handles noise complaints.
Noise violations may result in citations and fines. Repeated violations are misdemeanors under the municipal code.
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