STRs are banned in Irvine residential zones, so STR-specific noise rules do not exist. All properties are subject to the general noise ordinance in IMC Title 6, Division 8, Chapter 2 with zone-based decibel limits.
Because Irvine prohibits short-term rentals in all residential zones under Zoning Ordinance Section 3-25-3.A, there are no STR-specific noise regulations. All residential properties remain subject to the general noise control provisions of IMC Title 6, Division 8, Chapter 2 regardless of occupancy type. The Zone 1 (residential) noise standards apply with lower nighttime limits from 10 PM to 7 AM. The ban was partly motivated by noise complaints from illegal STR operations disturbing residential neighborhoods.
Noise violations are enforceable regardless of occupancy. Operating an unauthorized STR adds $1,500/day fines on top of noise citations.
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