This article shall cover any noise from any source location
which is plainly audible in violation of the provisions of this article.
It shall be unlawful for any individual, company or entity to
make, continue or cause to be made or continued any loud, unnecessary
or unusual noise or any noise which does or is likely to annoy, disturb,
injure or endanger the comfort, repose, health, peace or safety of
others.
Nothing herein contained shall be construed to apply to:
A. The use of bells, chimes or sound amplifiers by houses of worship
engaged in house of worship activities.
B. Activities of municipal departments in the performance of their duties,
drills or public demonstrations.
C. Police, fire, ambulance, air raid or other sirens which may be operated
by the Township or civil defense or other governmental authorities.
D. Activities in public parks, playgrounds or public buildings under
permission or authority of municipal officials.
E. The playing by a band or orchestra in a hall or building or in the
open air, where duly authorized.
F. Activities
of municipal or public utilities or municipal public works to respond
to emergencies, public health or safety issues or to repair critical
infrastructure.
[Added 10-19-2022 by Ord. No. 23-2022]