[Amended 9-1-1982]
By enactment of this chapter, the Town Board
finds as a matter of policy that unnecessary and unusual noises, particularly
if continued for an unreasonable length of time, are or might be detrimental
to the health of residents of the town. The intent of this chapter
shall be to promote and assure an environment free from noise which
threatens or affects the well-being of the citizens of the town; to
protect, promote and preserve the public health, safety and welfare
by reducing and otherwise regulating unnecessary and disturbing noise;
to promote the use and enjoyment of property; to protect the value
of property; to protect the enjoyment of sleep and repose; and to
protect and improve the quality of life in the Henrietta community.
[Amended 9-27-2023 by L.L. No. 9-2023]
Failure to comply with this chapter shall constitute
a violation, and, upon conviction thereof, shall be subject to a fine
of up to $250.
[Amended 2-18-2015 by L.L. No. 1-2015]
This chapter may be enforced by the designated
Town Code Enforcement Officer or members of the Monroe County Sheriff's
Department, state police or other peace officers in connection with
their duties imposed by law.
[Added 9-1-1982]
The provisions of this chapter shall not apply
to:
A. Fire, rescue or other emergency activities.
B. Permitted construction activities.
[Amended 6-20-2001 by L.L. No. 3-2001]
C. Aircraft and airport operations.
D. Snow removal and public works activities.
E. The unamplified human voice.
F. Railroad and railway operations.
H. Federal and state regulations which preempt town authority.