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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"At the property line of residential land uses, the noise limit is 55 dBA during daytime hours (7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) and 45 dBA during nighttime hours (10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.). Interior day-night average sound levels (Ldn) with windows closed, attributable to exterior sources, shall not exceed an Ldn of 45 dBA in any habitable room."
AI Executive Summary
Riverside, CA noise ordinances, primarily Riverside Municipal Code (RMC) Title 7, Chapter 7.35.010, prohibit disturbing, excessive, or offensive noise that causes discomfort to reasonable persons. It is unlawful to make or continue any noise disturbance. Violations can result in significant fines.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Construction activities are generally permitted between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on weekdays, and between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Construction within one-quarter mile of an inhabited dwelling is generally prohibited between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. (June-September) and between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. (October-May).
Amplified Sound
Operating or permitting amplified sound, musical instruments, or similar devices in a manner that disturbs the peace of neighboring residents is unlawful. Between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., such sound is prohibited if plainly audible at 50 feet from the building. Loud music or noise disturbance from sound amplifying equipment or live performances is prohibited if plainly audible from 25 feet or more from the property edge.
Animals
Noisy animal complaints are handled by the Riverside County Department of Animal Services.
Vehicles
Operating motor vehicle sound systems that are audible at a distance greater than 100 feet from the vehicle is restricted between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
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