Los Angeles, CA Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Amplified sound curfew
- No amplified equipment after 10:00 p.m.
- Max outdoor guests (evening)
- 8 people, excluding children
- General noise standard
- Must comply with LAMC Sections 112.06 or 116.01 (citywide noise regulations)
Summary
Sound amplification equipment is prohibited after 10:00 p.m. during Home-Sharing activities, and outdoor evening gatherings are capped at 8 people (excluding children). All Home-Sharing activities are subject to LA's citywide noise regulations.
(d)(12) There shall be no use of sound amplifying equipment, as that term is defined in Section 111.01(j) of this Code after 10:00 p.m. and no evening outdoor congregations of more than 8 people (excluding children) during Home-Sharing activities. Home-Sharing activities are subject to the noise regulations in the Los Angeles Municipal Code.
Full Breakdown
The 10:00 p.m. sound amplification curfew and 8-person outdoor gathering limit apply to all registered short-term rentals during Home-Sharing activities. All music, sound, or noise under the control of any restaurant or hospitality venue must also comply with LAMC Sections 112.06 or 116.01 (citywide noise regulations). If a City inspector finds noise exceeds allowed levels, the operator must modify or eliminate the source or hire an acoustical engineer to implement noise control measures.
Violations & Fines
Noise violations during Home-Sharing activity may trigger a Citation, which counts toward the 2-citation suspension and 3-citation revocation strike system. General noise violations are also enforceable under LAMC Sections 112.06 and 116.01. Administrative citations may be issued under LAMC Article 1.2.
Frequently Asked Questions
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