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Supervisors direct staff to draft county noise rules for amplified sound and construction hours

5906939 · October 7, 2025
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Summary

The board unanimously authorized staff to draft new noise regulations focused on outdoor amplified sound and construction hours, and asked for careful drafting to avoid unintended consequences and enforcement difficulties.

The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 7 unanimously directed planning and code enforcement staff to prepare a draft ordinance addressing two key noise issues: outdoor amplified sound (including music at parties and events) and construction working hours for permitted work.

Background: The Department of Conservation and Development (DCD) and the Sheriff's Office conducted a year-long review of noise complaints, consulting municipal advisory councils and…

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