Nuisance-Related Questions What can I do about my noisy neighbors? What is the law regarding loud vehicle alarms? What are the regulations regarding construction related noise? What can I do about barking dogs in my neighborhood? How can I report animals running loose in my neighborhood? What laws and regulations exist to protect the public from excessive and annoying noise? How can I report narcotics activity in my neighborhood? How can I report prostitution activity in my neighborhood? What can I do about my noisy neighbors? A noisy neighbor may create a disturbance by having a loud television, stereo, or radio, or an out-of-control party. 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 this kind of problem, please call our non-emergency dispatch number at 264-5471. The city's Code Enforcement 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. Two common examples are a garage or residence being used as a rehearsal hall or local bars where music or amplified sound disturbs those residing or working in the area. You can contact the Code Enforcement Division at 916-264-5948, or you can use their on-line form. The city's Animal Services Division handles barking dog complaints - their number is 264-7387. What is the law regarding loud vehicle alarms? The law regarding loud vehicle theft 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 theft 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 should be called in to our non-emergency dispatch number at 264-5471. What are the regulations regarding construction-related noise? There are no specific regulations regarding construction-related noise. This area falls under the city's general noise ordinance.  Generally however, the noise restrictions in efffect between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. of the following day would prohibit most construction work. For clarification, contact Code Enforcement at 916-264-5948. You can also search the city's Ordinances (laws) for the word "noise." What can I do about barking dogs in my neighborhood? How can I report animals running loose in my neighborhood? Although pets can provide much companionship and love, they can also become a nuisance to an entire neighborhood if not cared for properly. All barking dog or other nuisance complaints are handled by the City’s Animal Care and Control Division. Barking dog complaints can be called in at 264-7387. What laws and regulations exist to protect the public from excessive and annoying noise? The City of Sacramento has Ordinances (local laws) that regulate noise in the city.  The city regulates noise based on the type of noise, loudness, duration and time of day. How can I report narcotics activity in my neighborhood? There are several ways to report narcotics activity in your neighborhood.  You can contact your police substation.  For areas north of the American River, please call 566-6401.  For areas south of the American River, please call 277-6002. The police department also maintains a Narcotics Hot Line where you can leave tips about narcotics activity - anonymously if you wish. The tip line number is 916-264-5796.  For information ABOUT drug use, you can use the following resources: National Institute on Drug Abuse Drugs, Alcohol and Your Children How can I report prostitution activity in my neighborhood? Prostitution activity can be reported to the Sacramento Police Department in writing or by personally telephoning or visiting a police facility.