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Neighborhood Nuisances

What can I do about noisy neighbors?

A noisy neighbor may create a disturbance by playing loud music, having an out-of-control party or using loud equipment too late or too early in the day. These situations are handled by the Police Department and are best resolved by the officers assigned to your neighborhood. To request a police response to noise problems in the city of Sacramento, please call the non-emergency dispatch number at 916-808-5471.

The City's Code Compliance Division is responsible for the investigation of complaints of ongoing and aggravated noise which require monitoring with sound level meters or which are of a habitual or mechanical nature such as at commercial enterprises or sites. Noise complaints from local bars or entertainment venues where music or amplified sound disturbs those residing or working nearby are handled by the Police Department's Entertainment Team.

To report noise during daytime hours related to commercial or industrial operations, call 3-1-1, Monday - Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., and Sundays, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
To report a noise issue outside of daytime hours or not related to a business, please contact police non-emergency dispatch at 916-808-5471.
The City's Animal Care Services handles barking dog complaints and can be contacted at 3-1-1 or 916-808-7387.

Does the law address loud vehicle alarms?

The law regarding loud vehicle alarm systems is contained in the California Vehicle Code, Section 22651.5, which, in part, states that a police officer may, upon complaint, remove a vehicle if the vehicle alarm system has been activated for 20 minutes after the officer's arrival, and the alarm has not silenced within that time. A complaint for a loud vehicle alarm in the city of Sacramento should be called in to the non-emergency dispatch number at 916-808-5471.

What can I do about barking dogs or animals loose in my neighborhood?

All barking dog or other animal nuisance complaints are handled by the City's Animal Care Services. Barking dog complaints can be called in to 3-1-1 or 916-808-7387.

What laws exist to protect the public from excessive and annoying noises?

The City of Sacramento has ordinances in effect within the city limits that regulate noise in the city based on the type of noise, loudness, duration, and time of day. See Sacramento City Code 8.68 for additional information.

How can I report narcotic or prostitution activities in my neighborhood?

There are several ways to report narcotic or prostitution activities in your neighborhood. You can contact your local police station:

North Area: For areas north of the American River, please call 916-808-6401.
Central/East Areas: For areas in the Central City or east area, please call 916-808-4500.
South Area: For areas south of the American River, please call 916-808-6001.

The Police Department also maintains an online Anonymous Crime Tip Form where you can anonymously provide tips about narcotics or prostitution activities. The Tip Line phone number is 916-808-5796.

For information about drug abuse, please visit the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

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