Chula Vista, CA
Noise Code

The use of tools, power machinery, or equipment, or the conduct of construction and building work in residential zones, is prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, and between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, except for emergency repairs. Construction noise cannot exceed an average sound level of 75 dBA Leq for an 8-hour period between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. at property lines.

In residential zones, it is unlawful to operate radios, musical instruments, televisions, loudspeakers, or similar devices between 11:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. if the sound is plainly audible at a distance of 50 feet. In parks, operating sound-producing devices audible at a distance greater than 150 feet without a permit is unlawful.

A barking dog is considered a nuisance if it barks incessantly for 60 minutes or more, uninterrupted for at least five minutes, in any 24-hour period. Residents are encouraged to first discuss issues with neighbors. Formal complaints require a specific process involving multiple forms.

Disturbing, excessive, offensive, or unreasonable noise from motorcycles or motor vehicles not necessary for normal operation is prohibited, including screeching tires, racing engines, backfiring, or loud mufflers. The unnecessary or unreasonably loud sounding of any horn or signaling device is prohibited. Audible vehicle burglar alarms must terminate within 20 minutes of activation.