(a)
No
person shall make, cause or suffer, or permit to be made any noise
or sound that is unreasonably loud or disturbing to persons of ordinary
sensitivity, or that is so harsh or so prolonged or unnatural or unusual
in its use, time or place as to occasion discomfort to persons of
ordinary sensitivity. This includes, but is not limited to, noise
that is plainly audible from a distance of 25 feet.
(b)
The
provisions of this section do not apply to noise or sounds generated
in connection with any of the following:
(1)
Emergency vehicle response sounds or sounds from necessary equipment
utilized by members of law enforcement, the fire department, paramedics
or other emergency responders for the purpose of responding to an
emergency or necessary to restore, preserve, protect, or save lives
or property from imminent danger of loss or harm.
(2)
Safety and warning devices, including, but not limited to, train
horns and railroad crossing warning systems, that are made consistent
with applicable State and Federal laws.
(3)
The installation, maintenance, repair, or replacement of public utilities
or public infrastructure conducted by the City, another public entity
or a public or private utility company, or their agents, contractors,
or employees, while undertaking a public works project, subject to
allowable construction times.
(4)
School-related activities or programs, including, but not limited
to, athletic and entertainment events and activities, provided that
said activities are conducted on the grounds of a public or private
school or college or on public property.
(5)
Noise from special community events provided that said events are
conducted by the City or in accordance with a permit or license issued
by the City, including, but not limited to, occasional outdoor events
and activities, outdoor gatherings, public dances, shows and sporting
and entertainment events.
(6)
Any activity to the extent that regulation thereof is preempted by
State or Federal law.
(Ord. No. 827, § 1, 1998; Ord. No. 1042, § 12, 2017)
