9.12.280 Allowable Noise and Exemptions.
The ordinary and usual sounds, noises, commotion or vibration incidental to the operation of these places when conducted in accordance with the usual standards of practice and in a manner which will not unreasonably disturb the peace and comfort of adjacent residences or which will not detrimentally affect the operators of adjacent places of business are exempted from this provision.Sounds caused by the following are exempt from the prohibitions set out in Section 9.12.270 and are in addition to the exemptions specifically set forth in Section 9.12.270:
A. Motor vehicles on traffic ways of the City, provided that the prohibition of Section 9.12.270 continues to apply.
B. Repairs of utility structures which pose a clear and immediate danger to life, health, or significant loss of property.
C. Sirens, whistles, or bells lawfully used by emergency vehicles, or other alarm systems used in case of fire, collision, civil defense, police activity, or imminent danger, provided that the prohibition contained in Section 9.12.270(C) continues to apply.
D. The emission of sound for the purpose of alerting persons to the existence of an emergency or the emission of sound in the performance of emergency work.
E. Repairs or excavations of bridges, streets or highways by or on behalf of the City, the State, or the federal government, between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., when public welfare and convenience renders it impractical to perform the work between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
F. Construction activity by public or private entity between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. when deemed appropriate and necessary by the City Manager per Section 9.12.270(A)(2)(b).
G. Outdoor School and Playground Activities. Reasonable activities conducted on public playgrounds and public or private school grounds, which are conducted in accordance with the manner in which such spaces are generally used, including but not limited to, school athletic and school entertainment events.
H. Other Outdoor Events. Outdoor gatherings, public dances, shows and sporting events, and other similar outdoor events, provided that a permit has been obtained from the appropriate permitting authority.