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Consideration of a Town Code Amendment Relating to Noise Complaints Linked to the Operation or Use of Certain Tools, Machinery, or Equipment
PURPOSE: The purpose of this item is for the Board of Aldermen to consider an amendment to the Town Code relating to the enforcement of violations of construction noise. The Board must receive public comments before taking action on this amendment.
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DEPARTMENT: Planning
CONTACT INFORMATION: Christina Moon - 919-918-7325; Nick Herman - 919-929-3905; Mike Brough - 919-929-3905
INFORMATION: The Town has received a request for a text amendment from the Northern Transition Area Advisory Commission (NTAAC) relating to underground utility installation (Attachment C-1), which has been presented for the Board's consideration as part of a separate agenda item. The NTAAC has also requested an amendment to the Town Code relating to construction noise (Attachment C-2). An ordinance amending the Town Code has been prepared (Attachment A), which, if adopted, would provide an opportunity for citizens to file alleged violations of Subsection 5-12(4) to the Police Department or to the Town Manager. Subsection 5-12(4), speaks to noise related to construction. The provisions of the Town Code apply only within the Town limits.
FISCAL & STAFF IMPACT: Minimal staff impact associated with updating Town Code.
RECOMMENDATION:r Staff recommends that the Board of Aldermen consider the draft ordinance amending the Town Code provided as (Attachment A).