HomeMy WebLinkAbout04092020 ZPC Agenda Item 4 City of West University Place
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
DATE: April 9, 2020
Agenda Topic: Noise Ordinance
SUMMARY: The proposed modifications to the noise ordinance have been amended based on the
comments from the February 13, 2020 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting.
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS: The summary of proposed amendments is
presented with general updates and two options for regulating tools and equipment utilized for
maintenance of the property. These proposed changes are outlined below.
1. General noise measurements: This section has been modified to make sure that any sound
meter measurements are at the adjacent property.
2. Urgent Public Projects: This proposal eliminates the need for certified notice for urgent
public works projects. These types of projects are typically an emergency, and notice
requirement would make emergency repairs difficult. Public works projects that are planned
in the future will follow the City's policies for notification of property owners.
Sec. 54-42(b)
Urgent public projects. It shall be an affirmative defense, in any prosecution under this
article that the offending noise was:
(1)Necessary for a public project for which the public works director has deemed
urgently needed. - - •- . - - : • - •- • - - - - • :
in the public interest; and
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3. Use of tools or equipment for property maintenance: The use of tools or equipment for
property maintenance has two options for consideration.
a) Option A
a. 100 dB(A) cumulative limitation for 15 consecutive minutes at a
time: This option allows for a contactor or resident to utilize equipment
and tools for maintenance of the property if they are 100 dB(A) or less,
and for a time period of less than 15 consecutive minutes. This option
has removed#13, and replaced#7 with the language outlined below.
'`The use of tools or equipment, up to a combined level of 100 dB(A),
for a consecutive period of time not to exceed fifteen minutes,other than
during residential quiet hours, for the purposes of maintaining a
property.
b. An affirmative defense has been added for permitted construction or
repair work other than residential quiet hours, and also allows for the
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City Manager or designee to allow work during; quiet hours if approved.
"Approved Construction Permits. Construction or repair work under an
approved permit outside of residential quiet hours. Any construction
work shall not occur during residential quiet hours, unless approved by
the City Manager or designee."
c. Change of Residential Quiet Hours: This option will define the hours
when many people are sleeping or engaged in quiet activities at home,
to be designated as follows:
- Any weekday (Monday through Friday, except holidays
mentioned below) before 8:00 a.m. or after 7:00 p.m.
- Any Saturday (except the holidays mentioned below) before
8:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m.
- Any Sunday, New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas
Day,and whenever corresponding Friday or Monday on which
the City observes that holiday before 12:00 noon or after 6:00
p.m.
- In order to work outside normal work hours, must be approved
by the City Manager or designee before any work outside of
the normal hours is commenced.
b) Option B:
a. 100 dB(A)cumulative rating for 15 consecutive minutes: This option
allows for equipment and tools for the maintenance of the property if
they are rated cumulatively under 100 dB(A). This option does not
require any measurement of sound, but instead utilizes listed sound
ratings for equipment.Therefore,if a team is utilizing a compressor,saw,
and nail gun, whose listed sound ratings are cumulatively over 100
dB(A), or if this team works for more than 15 consecutive minutes for
repair of the property with their equipment they are in violation.
"Use of tools or equipment with a cumulative listed rating in excess of
100 dB(A) for a period of fifteen consecutive minutes during residential
non-quiet quiet hours or use of tools and equipment with a cumulative
rating in excess of general noise level limits is not permitted during
residential quiet hours."
b. An affirmative defense has been added for permitted construction or
repair work other than residential quiet hours, and also allows for the
City Manager or designee to allow work during quiet hours if approved.
"Approved Construction Permits. Construction or repair work under an
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approved permit outside of residential quiet hours. Any construction
work shall not occur during residential quiet hours, unless approved by
the City Manager or designee."
Staff Recommendation: Consideration for the proposed noise ordinance.
Attached:
1) Proposed Noise Ordinance Option A
2) Proposed Noise Ordinance Option B
3) Listed examples
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST
UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS; AMENDING CHAPTER 54, NOISE, OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY
PLACE, TEXAS, TO REVISE IN ITS ENTIRETY THE CRITERIA FOR
NOISE AS A NUISANCE WITHIN THE CITY AND CONTAINING
FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS, THAT:
Section 1. Chapter 54, Article III of the Code of Ordinances, of the City of West
University Place, Texas is amended by the repeal of the existing Article III, and the
adoption of a new Article III, to read as set out in Appendix A, attached hereto. All other
portions of Chapter 54 of the Code of Ordinances not specifically amended hereby remain
in full force and effect.
Section 2. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance
are repealed to the extent of the conflict only.
Section 3. If any word, phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, section or other part
of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, shall ever be
held to be invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, neither the
remainder of this Ordinance, nor the application of such word, phrase, clause, sentence,
paragraph, section or other part of this Ordinance to any other persons or circumstances,
shall be affected thereby.
Section 4.. The City Council officially finds, determines and declares that a
sufficient written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of each meeting at which this
Ordinance was discussed, considered or acted upon was given in the manner required
by the Texas Open Meetings Act, as amended, and that each such meeting has been
open to the public as required by law at all times during such discussion, consideration
and action. The City Council ratifies, approves and confirms such notices and the contents
and posting thereof.
Section 5. This Ordinance takes effect immediately upon its passage and adoption
on second reading.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON FIRST READING on the
day of , 2020.
Councilmembers Voting Aye:
Councilmembers Voting No:
Councilmembers Absent:
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON SECOND READING, AND
SIGNED, on the day of , 2020.
Councilmembers Voting Aye:
Councilmembers Voting No:
Councilmembers Absent:
Attest: Signed:
City Secretary (Seal) Mayor
Recommended:
City Manager
Approved as to legal form:
City Attorney
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Appendix "A"
Amend Chapter 54, Article ll-Noise in its entirety by substituting the following provisions:
ARTICLE II. - NOISE
Sec. 54-39. - Unreasonable noise prohibited.
Notwithstanding anything else in this Article Except as provided in Section 54-41, it 14 is
unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly make or create any noise of such volume,
intensity, or duration as to disturb or annoy a reasonable person of normal sensitivity in the usual
and expected enjoyment or the use of a dwelling. In determining whether a violation of this
paragraph occurs, the following may be considered:
(1) The level, frequency, or duration of the noise;
(2) The proximity of the noise to the dwelling;
(3) The nature and zoning of the area within which the noise occurs; and
(4) The time of the day or night the noise occurs.
Sec. 54-40-- General noise level limit.
Except as provided in Section 54-41, it is unlawful for any person to make, assist in making,
permit, or continue making, cause to be made or continued, or permit the continuance of any
sound at any location beyond the property lines of the property on which the sound is being
generated that when measured exceeds the applicable dB(A) level listed below. for the property
on which the sound is received. The sound level shall be measured at the property line of the
property on which the sound is generated.
The general maximum limits for any noise, except for noises specifically listed in Section 54-41
of this chapter, are as follows:
(1) Residential property:
a. 58 dB(A) during residential quiet hours.
b. 65 dB(A) during all other times.
(2) Nonresidential property:68 dB(A) at all times.
(3) All sound level measurements shall be made as provided in Section 54-44 of this article.
Sec. 54-41. - Enumeration of specific noises.
(a.)The following noises, among others, are declared to be loud, disturbing noises in violation
of this article (this enumeration is neither exhaustive nor exclusive of other noises):
(1) The noise of any horn or signal device on any automobile, motorcycle, bus or other
vehicle while not in motion, except as a danger signal if another vehicle is approaching
apparently out of control; the same noise made while in motion, except as a danger
signal after, or as, brakes are being applied and deceleration of the vehicle is intended;
any unreasonably loud or harsh sound created by means of any such signal device; and
the sound of such device made for any unreasonable period of time.
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(2) The sound of:
a. Any vehicular or portable radio, phonograph, disc player, tape player or any musical
instrument that is plainly audible outdoors from a distance of 100 feet or more (or 50
feet or more during residential quiet hours); or
b. Any loudspeaker or amplifier operated outdoors during residential quiet hours that
is plainly audible from a distance of 50 feet or more.
"Plainly audible" means any sound that can be detected by a person using his or her
unaided hearing faculties. Example: If the sound source under investigation is a portable
or personal vehicular sound amplification or reproduction device, the enforcement officer
need not determine the title of a song, specific words, or the artist performing the song.
The detection of the rhythmic base component of the music is sufficient to constitute a
plainly audible sound.
(3) The sound of any automobile, motorcycle or other vehicle so out of repair, so loaded or
operated in such manner that it creates loud noises such as spinning or squealing tires,
grating, grinding, rattling or other noise exceeding 85 decibels.
(4) The sound of any mechanical equipment installed at a fixed location (Examples: fans,
compressors, condensers, pumps, generators, etc.), if:
a. When the equipment is operating, noise from the equipment is discernable at a point
outside the boundaries of the site where it is installed, and noise at that point is
measured at a level of 70dB(A) or higher; and
b. Immediately before or after operation of the equipment, noise at the same point is
measured at a level of 65dB(A) or lower.
All sound level measurements shall be made as provided in Scction 51 443 of this article.
(5) The sound of a discharge into the open air of the exhaust of any internal combustion
motor or engine, except through a muffler or other device which will effectively prevent
loud or explosive noises therefrom.
(6) The sound of any mechanical device operated by compressed air, except pneumatic
drills, unless the noise thereby created is effectively muffled and reduced.
(7) The sound produced by the erection, excavation, construction, or demolition of any
building or structure, including the use of any necessary tools or equipment, conducted
where the sound is being received. This decibel limit is not applicable when a current,
valid permit has been obtained for the activities named and the sounds are being
produced outside of residential quiet hours. The use of tools or equipment, up to a
combined level of 100 dB(A), for a consecutive period of time not to exceed fifteen
minutes, other than during residential quiet hours, for the purposes of maintaining a
property.
(8) Any excessive noise made on any street adjacent to any school, institution of learning or
court while the same is in session, or adjacent to any hospital at any time, which noise
unreasonably interferes with the working of any such institution, provided conspicuous
signs are displayed in such street indicating that the same is a school, hospital or court
street.
(9) Any loud and excessive noise resulting from the loading or unloading of any vehicle or
container, or the opening or destruction of bales, boxes, crates or containers.
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(10) The sound of any bell, gong, whistle, siren, or other alarm or signaling device installed
at a fixed location which is reasonably calculated to disturb a person of ordinary
disposition if such person were in the vicinity thereof. Exceptions: This does not apply
to:
a. An emergency alarm operated by the fire department or other governmental
agency; or
b. An alarm system permitted and operated in compliance with applicable
regulations, including automatic shutoff rules; see, e.g. chapter 26.
c. Any gong, bell or chime used in a religious observance or prayer.
(11) The sound of any drum, loudspeaker or other instrument or device used to attract
attention to any performance, show or sale of merchandise.
(12) The sound made by loudspeakers or amplifiers on trucks or other vehicles.
(b.) In the event of any conflict between this section and Section 54-40 the provisions of this
section shall control.
Sec. 54-42. -Affirmative defenses.
(a) Request to cease. It shall be an affirmative defense in any prosecution under this article
that a request to cease causing the noise in question was given neither to the person charged
nor to any officer, agent, employee or representative of the person charged. All peace officers
and other city enforcement personnel are hereby authorized to request that persons cease
causing noises that are apparently in violation of this article. Nothing herein limits the right of
others to make such requests.
(b) Urgent public projects. It shall be an affirmative defense, in any prosecution under this
article that the offending noise was- necessary for a public project for which the public works
director has deemed urgently needed.
(1) Necessary for a public project for which the public works director has deemed urgently
public interest;and
{2) Made after 7:00 a.m. and before 9:00 p.m.
(c) Measured noise levels. It shall be an affirmative defense, in any prosecution under this
article, that a measured noise level was actually produced by some person or thing other
than that alleged to have caused the noise.
(d) Registered outdoor events. It shall be an affirmative defense, in any prosecution under this
article, that the offending noise resulted from an outdoor concert or similar event that:
(1) Was registered at least 48 hours in advance with the chief of police;
(2) Did not last more than four hours, of which no more than two hours were during
residential quiet hours; and
(3) Was otherwise conducted to avoid disturbance of persons within nearby dwellings.
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(e) Speech or expression. The affirmative defenses for speech or expression enumerated in
V.T.C.A., Penal Code § 42.04 (prior order to move, disperse or remedy) shall also be
available in any prosecutions for violations of this article.
(f) Approved Construction Permits. Construction or repair work under an approved permit
outside of residential quiet hours. Any construction work shall not occur during residential
quiet hours, unless approved by the City Manager or designee.
Sec. 54-43. - Injunction as additional remedy.
As an additional remedy, the noise made by any activity, device, instrument, vehicle or
machinery in violation of any provision hereof and which causes discomfort or annoyance to
reasonable persons of normal sensitivity, or which endangers the comfort, repose, health or
peace of residents in the area, shall be deemed, and is declared to be, a public nuisance and
may be subject to abatement by a restraining order or injunction issued by a court of competent
jurisdiction.
Sec. 54-44. - Sound level measurements.
Sound level measurements under this article shall be made in accordance with the following
criteria:
(1) Measurements must be made with a type 1 or type 2 calibrated sound level meters
using the A-weighting scale and the slow meter response as specified by the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI S1.4-1984185A).
(2) Noise levels shall be measured in decibels and A-weighted. The unit of measurement
shall be designated a "dB(A)."
(3) Meters shall be maintained in calibration and good working order.
(4) Calibrations shall be employed which meet ANSI S1.40-1984 prior to and immediately
after every sampling of sound.
(5) Measurements recorded shall be taken so as to provide a proper representation of the
sound being measured.
(6) The microphone of the meter shall be positioned so as not to create any unnatural
enhancement or diminution of the measured sound. A windscreen for the microphone
shall be used.
(7) At the property line of the building site where the noise is being generated.
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(18)Residential quiet hours means those hours when many people are sleeping or engaged in quiet activities
at home.They are hereby designated as follows:
Any weekday (Monday through Friday, except the holidays mentioned Before 78:00 a.m.
below): or after 87:00 p.m.
Any Saturday (except the holidays mentioned below): Before 8:00 a.m. or
after 86:00 p.m.
Any Sunday, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and Before 12:00 noon
whenever corresponding Friday or Monday on which the city observes or after 86:00 p.m.
that holiday:
* In order to work outside normal work hours, the work must be approved by the City Manager or his
designee before the work outside is commenced.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST
UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS; AMENDING CHAPTER 54, NOISE, OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY
PLACE, TEXAS, TO REVISE IN ITS ENTIRETY THE CRITERIA FOR
NOISE AS A NUISANCE WITHIN THE CITY AND CONTAINING
FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS, THAT:
Section 1. Chapter 54, Article III of the Code of Ordinances, of the City of West
University Place, Texas is amended by the repeal of the existing Article III, and the
adoption of a new Article III, to read as set out in Appendix A, attached hereto. All other
portions of Chapter 54 of the Code of Ordinances not specifically amended hereby remain
in full force and effect.
Section 2. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance
are repealed to the extent of the conflict only.
Section 3. If any word, phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, section or other part
of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, shall ever be
held to be invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, neither the
remainder of this Ordinance, nor the application of such word, phrase, clause, sentence,
paragraph, section or other part of this Ordinance to any other persons or circumstances,
shall be affected thereby.
Section 4.. The City Council officially finds, determines and declares that a
sufficient written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of each meeting at which this
Ordinance was discussed, considered or acted upon was given in the manner required
by the Texas Open Meetings Act, as amended, and that each such meeting has been
open to the public as required by law at all times during such discussion, consideration
and action. The City Council ratifies, approves and confirms such notices and the contents
and posting thereof.
Section 5. This Ordinance takes effect immediately upon its passage and adoption
on second reading.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON FIRST READING on the
day of , 2020.
Councilmembers Voting Aye:
Councilmembers Voting No:
Councilmembers Absent:
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON SECOND READING, AND
SIGNED, on the day of , 2020.
Councilmembers Voting Aye:
Councilmembers Voting No:
Councilmembers Absent:
Attest: Signed:
City Secretary (Seal) Mayor
Recommended:
City Manager
Approved as to legal form:
City Attorney
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Appendix "A"
Amend Chapter 54, Article ll-Noise in its entirety by substituting the following provisions:
ARTICLE II. - NOISE
Sec. 54-39. - Unreasonable noise prohibited.
Notwithstanding anything else in this Article Except as provided in Section 54-41, it It is
unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly make or create any noise of such volume,
intensity, or duration as to disturb or annoy a reasonable person of normal sensitivity in the usual
and expected enjoyment or the use of a dwelling. In determining whether a violation of this
paragraph occurs, the following may be considered:
(1) The level, frequency, or duration of the noise;
(2) The proximity of the noise to the dwelling;
(3) The nature and zoning of the area within which the noise occurs; and
(4) The time of the day or night the noise occurs.
Sec. 54-40-- General noise level limit.
Except as provided in Section 54-41, it is unlawful for any person to make, assist in making,
permit, or continue making, cause to be made or continued, or permit the continuance of any
sound at any location beyond the property lines of the property on which the sound is being
generated that when measured exceeds the applicable dB(A) level listed below. for property
on which the sound is received. The sound level shall be measured at the property line of the
property on which the sound is generated.
The general maximum limits for any noise, except for noises specifically listed in Section 54-41
of this chapter, are as follows:
(1) Residential property:
a. 58 dB(A) during residential quiet hours.
b. 65 dB(A) during all other times.
(2) Nonresidential property: 68 dB(A) at all times.
(3) All sound level measurements shall be made as provided in Section 54-44 of this article.
Sec. 54-41. - Enumeration of specific noises.
(a.)The following noises, among others, are declared to be loud, disturbing noises in violation
of this article (this enumeration is neither exhaustive nor exclusive of other noises):
(1) The noise of any horn or signal device on any automobile, motorcycle, bus or other
vehicle while not in motion, except as a danger signal if another vehicle is approaching
apparently out of control; the same noise made while in motion, except as a danger
signal after, or as, brakes are being applied and deceleration of the vehicle is intended;
any unreasonably loud or harsh sound created by means of any such signal device; and
the sound of such device made for any unreasonable period of time.
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(2) The sound of:
a. Any vehicular or portable radio, phonograph, disc player,tape player or any musical
instrument that is plainly audible outdoors from a distance of 100 feet or more (or 50
feet or more during residential quiet hours); or
b. Any loudspeaker or amplifier operated outdoors during residential quiet hours that
is plainly audible from a distance of 50 feet or more.
"Plainly audible" means any sound that can be detected by a person using his or her
unaided hearing faculties. Example: If the sound source under investigation is a portable
or personal vehicular sound amplification or reproduction device,the enforcement officer
need not determine the title of a song, specific words, or the artist performing the song.
The detection of the rhythmic base component of the music is sufficient to constitute a
plainly audible sound.
(3) The sound of any automobile, motorcycle or other vehicle so out of repair, so loaded or
operated in such manner that it creates loud noises such as spinning or squealing tires,
grating, grinding, rattling or other noise exceeding 85 decibels.
(4) The sound of any mechanical equipment installed at a fixed location (Examples: fans,
compressors, condensers, pumps, generators, etc.), if:
a. When the equipment is operating, noise from the equipment is discernable at a point
outside the boundaries of the site where it is installed, and noise at that point is
measured at a level of 70dB(A) or higher; and
b. Immediately before or after operation of the equipment, noise at the same point is
measured at a level of 65dB(A) or lower.
All sound level measurements shall be made as provided in Section 54 443 of this article.
(5) The sound of a discharge into the open air of the exhaust of any internal combustion
motor or engine, except through a muffler or other device which will effectively prevent
loud or explosive noises therefrom.
(6) The sound of any mechanical device operated by compressed air, except pneumatic
drills, unless the noise thereby created is effectively muffled and reduced.
(7) The sound produced by the erection, excavation, construction, or demolition of any
where the sound is being received. This decibel limit is not applicable when a current,
valid permit has been obtained for the activities named and the sounds are being
produced outside of residential quiet hours. Use of tools or equipment with a cumulative
listed rating in excess of 100 dB(A) for a period of fifteen consecutive minutes during
residential non-quiet quiet hours. Use of tools and equipment with a cumulative rating in
excess of general noise level limits is not permitted during residential quiet hours.
(8) Any excessive noise made on any street adjacent to any school, institution of learning or
court while the same is in session, or adjacent to any hospital at any time, which noise
unreasonably interferes with the working of any such institution, provided conspicuous
signs are displayed in such street indicating that the same is a school, hospital or court
street.
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(9) Any loud and excessive noise resulting from the loading or unloading of any vehicle or
container, or the opening or destruction of bales, boxes, crates or containers.
(10) The sound of any bell, gong, whistle, siren, or other alarm or signaling device installed
at a fixed location which is reasonably calculated to disturb a person of ordinary
disposition if such person were in the vicinity thereof. Exceptions: This does not apply
to:
a. An emergency alarm operated by the fire department or other governmental
agency; or
b. An alarm system permitted and operated in compliance with applicable
regulations, including automatic shutoff rules; see, e.g. chapter 26.
c. Any gong, bell or chime used in a religious observance or prayer.
(11) The sound of any drum, loudspeaker or other instrument or device used to attract
attention to any performance, show or sale of merchandise.
(12) The sound made by loudspeakers or amplifiers on trucks or other vehicles.
(b.) In the event of any conflict between this section and Section 54-40 the provisions of this
section shall control.
Sec. 54-42. -Affirmative defenses.
(a) Request to cease. It shall be an affirmative defense in any prosecution under this article
that a request to cease causing the noise in question was given neither to the person charged
nor to any officer, agent, employee or representative of the person charged. All peace officers
and other city enforcement personnel are hereby authorized to request that persons cease
causing noises that are apparently in violation of this article. Nothing herein limits the right of
others to make such requests.
(b) Urgent public projects. It shall be an affirmative defense, in any prosecution under this
article that the offending noise was necessary for a public project for which the public works
director has deemed urgently needed.
(1) Necessary for a publiciars}est for whish tic public works director has deemed urgently
public interest; and
(2) Made after 7:00 a.m. and before 9:00 p.m.
(c) Measured noise levels. It shall be an affirmative defense, in any prosecution under this
article, that a measured noise level was actually produced by some person or thing other
than that alleged to have caused the noise.
(d) Registered outdoor events. It shall be an affirmative defense, in any prosecution under this
article, that the offending noise resulted from an outdoor concert or similar event that:
(1) Was registered at least 48 hours in advance with the chief of police;
(2) Did not last more than four hours, of which no more than two hours were during
residential quiet hours; and
(3) Was otherwise conducted to avoid disturbance of persons within nearby dwellings.
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(e) Speech or expression. The affirmative defenses for speech or expression enumerated in
V.T.C.A., Penal Code § 42.04 (prior order to move, disperse or remedy) shall also be
available in any prosecutions for violations of this article.
(f) Approved Construction Permits. Construction or repair work under an approved permit
outside of residential quiet hours. Any construction work shall not occur during residential
quiet hours, unless approved by the City Manager or designee.
Sec. 54-43. - Injunction as additional remedy.
As an additional remedy, the noise made by any activity, device, instrument, vehicle or
machinery in violation of any provision hereof and which causes discomfort or annoyance to
reasonable persons of normal sensitivity, or which endangers the comfort, repose, health or
peace of residents in the area, shall be deemed, and is declared to be, a public nuisance and
may be subject to abatement by a restraining order or injunction issued by a court of competent
jurisdiction.
Sec. 54-44. - Sound level measurements.
Sound level measurements, other than as dictated by Sec 54-41(7), under this article shall
be made in accordance with the following criteria:
(1) Measurements must be made with a type 1 or type 2 calibrated sound level meters
using the A-weighting scale and the slow meter response as specified by the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI S1.4-1984/85A).
(2) Noise levels shall be measured in decibels and A-weighted. The unit of measurement
shall be designated a "dB(A)."
(3) Meters shall be maintained in calibration and good working order.
(4) Calibrations shall be employed which meet ANSI S1.40-1984 prior to and immediately
after every sampling of sound.
(5) Measurements recorded shall be taken so as to provide a proper representation of the
sound being measured.
(6) The microphone of the meter shall be positioned so as not to create any unnatural
enhancement or diminution of the measured sound. A windscreen for the microphone
shall be used.
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Josie Hayes
From: Clay Chew
Sent: Wednesday, April 8, 2020 10:24 AM
To: Josie Hayes
Subject: FW: Proposed noise ordinance
Would you forward this to the ZPC
Clay Chew
Chief Building Official
City of West University Place
3826 Amherst, West University Place,TX 77005
Tel 713.662.5830
Fax 713.662.5304
ATTENTION PUBLIC OFFICIALS:
This email, plus any attachments, may constitute a public record of the City of West University Place and may be subject
to public disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act.
A "reply to all" of this e-mail could lead to violations of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Please reply only to the sender.
Original Message
From: Kim King<molly71300@aol.com>
Sent: Wednesday, April 8, 2020 10:17 AM
To: Clay Chew<CChew@westutx.gov>
Subject: Proposed noise ordinance
Dear members of the Zoning and Planning Committee,
Thank you for the opportunity to comment. I and others support your efforts to reduce the noise in our community.
I just wanted to share a couple of thoughts I had:
1. I have read some sources that indicate that the 100 level in the proposed ordinance is a level that can still cause harm
to hearing. Perhaps this level should be lower?
2. I would also recommend considering extending the quiet hours to two full days each week and weekday hours of 8
am -6 pm.
I have lived in West University Place since 1998. Despite its many good qualities, we are more crowded now, and we
experience more noise, loud noise, now.As our children play outside, or are walked in strollers, I am concerned that the
noise level is a health threat to them, as well as adults and the workers within West University Place. So the issue may
be broader than just enjoyment.
Thank you for your time and for serving our community.
1
Regards,
Kim King
6603 Rutgers Avenue
Please excuse typos and brevity.
2
Josie Hayes
Subject: FW: Leaf blower regulation
Dear Ms. Gilliam-
I am a resident of West University Place. I'm writing to you today concerning the current regulations for leaf
blower usage in our community. I would like to see stricter regulations on the hours leaf blowers are allowed
and the decibel levels permissible. Below are adjustments to lawn care quiet hours in West U. that I would to
see implemented:
* Decibel levels below 90 for leaf blowers
* Industrial lawn care hours: 9am -5pm M-F, 10-2 Sat, 12-2 Sunday
In addition to noise pollution, which minimizes the quality life in our neighborhood, there are health
ramifications specifically associated with blower usage. These are in evidence at all times,but are particularly
highlighted at this time when we are attempting to combat the transmission and health risks of Covid-19. I have
attached an article that speaks to these concerns.
Thank you so much for your time and for your attention this issue. If you could please forward this email to all
the members of the city council and the ZPC before your next meeting, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you
again and stay safe and well!
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Strelow
6519 Mercer St
https://www.smgov.net/Departments/OSE/Categories/Landscape/Leaf Blower Facts.aspx
i
Josie Hayes
Subject: FW: Noise levels
From: Mary Coverdale<mcoverdale@aol.com>
Date: April 8, 2020 at 5:23:08 PM CDT
To: "Thelma A. Gilliam" <tgilliam@westutx.gov>
Subject: Noise levels
Dear Ms. Gilliam,
I am a long time resident of West University Place(20 years) and I am writing with a
suggestion that I believe will be helpful to all West U residents. I would like to see the hours of
leaf blowing reduced. This is primarily due to the noise level although there are serious health
concerns to be considered especially at this time.
It seems reasonable to me to limit loud noises in our small city to work hours of 9-5 Monday to
Friday, 9-12 on Saturday and no leaf blowing on Sunday.
It would be wonderful to hear birds chirping in the morning instead of the noise of the blowers!
This change would certainly make West U an even more desirable area than it already is.
Thank you for your time and for taking my letter into consideration. I would be grateful if you
would kindly forward my email to all city council members and zoning and planning
commission.
Many thanks,
Mary Coverdale
6619 Westchester Ave
Sent from my iPhone
Josie Hayes
To: Clay Chew
Subject: RE:Zoning and Planning Committee/Proposed Noise Ordinance
From: Cynthia Johnson<cynthiajjohnson@sbcglobal.net>
Sent:Thursday, April 9, 2020 10:45 AM
To: Clay Chew<CChew@westutx.gov>
Subject:Zoning and Planning Committee/Proposed Noise Ordinance
Dear Members of the Zoning and Planning Committee:
It is my understanding that your Committee will meet tonight and that you will be addressing the issue of noise. I am
writing to share my thoughts.
I work at home, and find the level of noise to be increasing and difficult to tolerate. There are often several pieces of
equipment operating at once throughout the work week and sometimes on the weekend as well. This is lawn
maintenance work, and thus ongoing.
This problem is not unique to West U. Cities throughout the country are addressing noise as both a quality-of-life and
health issue. I think the current situation,which is forcing many people to remain at home, has made others aware of
the noise problem here.
West U retains some of the best qualities of a friendly small town, but it is also an urban area with houses close together
on narrow streets And we continue to grow. I hope that we can find a way to ensure that this growth, along with the
development and maintenance that accompany it, does not adversely affect our enjoyment of our homes.
Thank you for your time and your service. I truly appreciate both.
Sincerely,
Cynthia Johnson
3805 Tennyson St.
77005
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