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Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 14, Sections 14-209 and 14-210, and by adding section 14-213.2, Code of Ordinances (2018 Edition), regarding noise. (Second Reading)
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Based on extensive research and citizen input, it has been identified that enhanced rules relating to the generation of amplified sound by “outdoor music venues” in the MU-1 zoning district downtown should be considered.
The proposed regulations contain “Permitted Hours” and “Non-Permitted Hours”.
Permitted Hours are between 10 am - 10 pm on Sunday - Thursday and from 10 am to midnight on Friday and Saturday. During these times outdoor music venues may operate sound equipment at a level of 80 decibels or less measured at the property line of the business.
During Non-Permitted Hours, permit holders shall not operate sound equipment in excess of 60 decibels as measured at the property line of the business.
Businesses will be required to obtain a permit annually from the City to operate as an outdoor music venue, which is essentially any business amplifying sound not fully enclosed by walls and a roof, or sound that is regularly projected out a doorway. The Chief of Police shall revoke a permit if the permit holder has been found guilty of violating any provisions of the proposed ordinance three times in a 12-month period. The period of revocation shall be one year.