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Quiet Hours & Noise Rules in Fresno, California
Confirm quiet hours, decibel limits, construction schedules, and reporting steps so you can keep the peace in your neighbourhood.
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Default quiet hours: 22:00-07:00 (residential nighttime period with 50 dBA limit under FMC Chapter 10, Article 1)
Weekends/holidays: 22:00-07:00
Construction weekdays: No single citywide curfew in code; construction must meet FMC decibel limits; daytime (approximately 07:00-22:00) is less restrictive than nighttime.
Construction weekends: Same framework as weekdays; enforcement uses zone and time decibel thresholds; check permit conditions.
Fresno regulates noise via FMC Chapter 10, Article 1 - Noise Regulations. Typical residential limits are 60 dBA day (07:00-19:00), 55 dBA evening (19:00-22:00), and 50 dBA night (22:00-07:00). Code Enforcement and FresGO 311 handle most complaints; Fresno Police handle disturbances.
Residential quiet hours
22:00-07:00 (residential nighttime period with 50 dBA limit under FMC Chapter 10, Article 1)
Weekends & holidays: 22:00-07:00
Decibel limits
60 dBA daytime / 50 dBA night
Measured inside receiving residence.
Construction hours
No single citywide curfew in code; construction must meet FMC decibel limits; daytime (approximately 07:00-22:00) is less restrictive than nighttime.
Weekends: Same framework as weekdays; enforcement uses zone and time decibel thresholds; check permit conditions.
Lawn equipment
Not set as fixed hours citywide; activity must comply with FMC zone and time decibel limits.
Includes gas-powered blowers, mowers, trimmers.
Party & music rules
Prima facie violation if sound exceeds the ambient level at the property line (or into an adjoining dwelling) per FMC Chapter 10, Article 1; residential decibel table by time applies.
Typical fines
Administrative citations via City Code Enforcement; amounts vary by section and enforcement track.
Escalating penalties for repeat violations.
Noise enforcement & reporting
Call or report via FresGO 311 (City of Fresno) for non-emergency noise; Police non-emergency for active disturbances.. Provide dates, times, and source details so dispatchers can prioritise the call. Anonymous complaints are accepted but detailed contact information helps with follow-up.
- Document the issue (record short clips, note times, and track duration for at least two nights if possible).
- Share a polite note with the neighbour or property manager. See the message templates below.
- Submit a complaint via https://www.fresno.gov/3-1-1/ or call FresGO 311 (City of Fresno) for non-emergency noise; Police non-emergency for active disturbances.. Ask for the incident number for reference.
- If the noise continues, follow up with enforcement referencing the incident number. Keep your documentation for any tribunal or landlord board filings.
Ready-to-send messages
Neighbour note
Hi - Fresno's noise rules cap residential sound to 60 dBA by day and 50 dBA at night (10 p.m.-7 a.m.), and enforcement compares readings to the local ambient. Could you turn it down during late hours? Thanks for understanding.
Landlord / property manager
Hello, repeated noise appears to exceed FMC Chapter 10, Article 1 thresholds (especially at night). Would you remind tenants or contractors of the limits and address the issue? I can share my log and a FresGO 311 case number if needed.
Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.
Official bylaw source
Source: Fresno Municipal Code - Chapter 10, Article 1: Noise Regulations
This summary reflects updates verified on . Always confirm with the latest municipal notices before acting.
Tips for quieter living
- Log measurements or observations at your property line; FMC uses ambient-based evaluation plus time-of-day limits.
- Attach short audio or video clips and note whether windows or doors were closed when measuring or hearing the noise.
- Use FresGO 311 for recurring sources; call Police non-emergency (559-621-7000) if there is an active disturbance.
Frequently asked questions
Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.