West Covina Construction Hours Rules (2026): What You Need to Know

West Covina Municipal Code Chapter 15.24 regulates construction noise as part of the city's broader noise control framework. Construction activities in or within 500 feet of residential zones are limited to 7 AM to 8 PM on weekdays (Monday through Friday) and 8 AM to 5 PM on Saturdays. No construction work is permitted on Sundays or city-recognized holidays. These restrictions encompass all forms of construction, demolition, grading, excavation, paving, and building renovation, whether performed by licensed contractors or property owners.

The construction-hours limitations apply to all noise-producing equipment and activities, including jackhammers, concrete saws, compressors, pile drivers, power saws, drills, and heavy machinery. Homeowners performing do-it-yourself renovation or repair work with power tools must also observe the permitted hours. West Covina's position in the eastern San Gabriel Valley means many residential neighborhoods are interspersed with commercial development, so the 500-foot buffer zone from residential boundaries captures a significant amount of commercial-area construction as well.

Emergency repairs — such as broken water mains, gas leaks, or storm damage — are exempt from the hour restrictions and may be conducted at any time necessary to protect life and property. Public utility work authorized by the City Engineer may also receive time extensions when the work requires uninterrupted completion for safety reasons. Contractors working on city-permitted projects may apply for a variance through the Building Division if project conditions require extended hours, but these variances are granted sparingly and typically include conditions such as additional sound barriers.

Complaints about construction outside permitted hours should be directed to the West Covina Police Department at (626) 939-8500 for active violations or to the Building Division at (626) 939-8426 for ongoing compliance issues.