[CC 1971 §16-1]
Subject to the provisions of this Chapter, the creation of any
unreasonably loud, disturbing or unnecessary noise in the City is
hereby prohibited.
[CC 1971 §16-2]
A.
The
following acts, among others, are hereby declared to be loud, disturbing
and unnecessary noises in violation of the provisions of this Chapter,
but such enumeration shall not be deemed to be exclusive.
1.
The sounding of any horn or signal device on any streetcar, motor
bus, motorcycle, automobile or other vehicle while not in motion,
except as a danger signal if another vehicle is approaching apparently
out of control, or if in motion, the excessive or prolonged sounding
except only as a danger signal after or as brakes are being applied
and deceleration of the vehicle is intended; the creation by means
of any such signal device of any unreasonably loud or harsh sound;
and the sounding of such device for an unnecessary or unreasonable
period of time.
2.
The playing of any radio, phonograph or other musical instruments
in such a manner or with such volume, particularly during the hours
between 8:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M., as to tend to annoy or disturb the
quiet, comfort or repose of persons in any dwelling, or residence;
provided, that any such noise that can be distinctly heard at a distance
of more than one hundred (100) feet from its source shall be deemed
excessive.
3.
The keeping of any animal, bird or fowl which, by causing frequent
or long continued noise shall tend to disturb the comfort and repose
of any person in the vicinity; provided, that any such noise that
can be distinctly heard at a distance of more than one hundred (100)
feet from its source shall be deemed excessive.
4.
The operation or use of any automobile, motorcycle, streetcar, or
vehicle so out of repair, so loaded or in such manner as to create
loud and unnecessary grating, grinding, rattling or other noise or
to cause the tires thereof to squeal.
5.
The erection (including excavating), demolition, alteration or repair
of any building or other structure on Sunday, except in case of urgent
necessity in the interest of public safety and then only with a permit
from the Building Inspector, which permit will be renewed for a period
of three (3) days or less while the emergency continues.
6.
The creation of any excessive or unnecessary noise within one hundred
fifty (150) feet of any portion of the grounds and premises on which
is located a hospital or other institution reserved for the sick,
or any church or any school or other institution of learning or any
Court while the same are in session, which unreasonably interferes
with the proper functioning of any such place above-mentioned, provided
conspicuous signs are placed in the public highways indicating the
zones within which such noises are prohibited. The Chief of Police
is hereby authorized and directed to cause to be placed as many signs
as he may deem necessary to properly indicate such quiet zones and
to call attention to the prohibition against excessive or unnecessary
noises within such zones.
7.
The creation of a loud and excessive noise in connection with the
loading or unloading of any vehicle or the opening or destruction
of bales, boxes, crates, or containers in the vicinity of any dwelling
or other human habitation.
8.
The shouting or crying of peddlers, hawkers or vendors, including
any person selling or attempting to sell any product which disturbs
the peace and quiet of the neighborhood.
9.
The use of any drum, loudspeaker or other instrument or device for
the purpose of attracting attention by creation of noise, or for advertising
purposes.
10.
The use of calliopes, mechanical loudspeakers or amplifiers on any
vehicles used for advertising or other purposes except when a permit
for such use over a specified route is issued by the Mayor and Board
of Aldermen, and except within the time specified in said permit.
11.
The use of a power driven lawn mower or other similar power driven
instrumentality prior to 9:00 A.M. on Sunday or on any legal holiday.
