Local alarms shall be equipped with an automatic shut-off device, deactivating audible signals within a reasonable time. Whenever any local alarm continues to emit audible signals, whether continuously or on a regularly repeating basis, for over 20 minutes and persons listed on the permit application for the alarm system cannot be contacted by the Police Department, or do not respond within 30 minutes of being contacted, and the audible signal creates a nuisance or disturbance to the peace and tranquility of the surrounding area, the alarm user responsible for the alarm shall be guilty of a municipal civil infraction. In addition, the Police Department and/or Fire Department shall be authorized to disconnect or otherwise disable the local alarm by cutting the wires, disconnecting the speakers or disabling the other components of the alarm system as are located on the exterior of the premise.
(Ord. 3-90, passed 6-11-1990)