Santa Monica judge issues preliminary injunction banning overnight operations at two Waymo Broadway recharging stations
[REGULATORY ACTION]Jul 28, 2026 · Waymo · Waymo Driver (6th gen) · Portland, Oregon, USA
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REGULATORY ACTION
Event Date
Jul 28, 2026
Primary Entity
Waymo
Robotic Platform
Waymo Driver (6th gen)
Jurisdiction / Location
Portland, Oregon, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
Santa Monica Superior Court Judge Bradley S. Phillips issued a preliminary injunction sought by the City of Santa Monica, barring Waymo from operating its Broadway Lots recharging stations (1222 and 1310 Broadway) between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. The court found the stations constituted a public nuisance due to noise, lights, and traffic disrupting nearby residents, who described conditions as 'mini-Las Vegas' and 'living next door to a spaceship.' Waymo denied the nuisance existed and contended it had hired more staff, implemented software updates to reduce noise, installed light and noise barriers, and modified vehicle behaviors.
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Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/santa-monica-waymo-court-halts-overnight-charging-broadway-lots/
https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/santa-monica-waymo-court-halts-overnight-charging-broadway-lots/
- Inspect Filing
https://kfiam640.iheart.com/alternate/amp/2026-07-28-judge-bans-overnight-recharging-at-2-santa-monica-waymo-stations/
https://kfiam640.iheart.com/alternate/amp/2026-07-28-judge-bans-overnight-recharging-at-2-santa-monica-waymo-stations/
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Santa Monica judge issues preliminary injunction banning overnight operations at two Waymo Broadway recharging stations?
Santa Monica Superior Court Judge Bradley S. Phillips issued a preliminary injunction sought by the City of Santa Monica, barring Waymo from operating its Broadway Lots recharging stations (1222 and 1310 Broadway) between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. The court found the stations constituted a public nuisance due to noise, lights, and traffic disrupting nearby residents, who described conditions as 'mini-Las Vegas' and 'living next door to a spaceship.' Waymo denied the nuisance existed and contended it had hired more staff, implemented software updates to reduce noise, installed light and noise barriers, and modified vehicle behaviors. The injunction remains in effect pending trial; a status conference is scheduled for Oct. 23, 2026.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on July 28, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Santa Monica judge issues preliminary injunction banning overnight operations at two Waymo Broadway recharging stations?
Waymo Driver (6th gen) by Waymo is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Portland, Oregon, USA.
Has anyone responded to Santa Monica judge issues preliminary injunction banning overnight operations at two Waymo Broadway recharging stations?
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What is the current status of Santa Monica judge issues preliminary injunction banning overnight operations at two Waymo Broadway recharging stations?
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