Sound emanating from the following sources is exempt from the provisions of this Chapter:
(a) Facilities owned or operated by or for a governmental agency.
(b) Improvement projects of a governmental agency.
(c) The maintenance or repair of public properties.
(d) Public safety personnel in the course of executing their official duties, including, but not limited to, sworn peace officers, emergency personnel and public utility personnel. This exemption includes, without limitation, sound emanating from all equipment used by such personnel, whether stationary or mobile.
(e) Public or private schools and school-sponsored activities.
(f) Noise already governed by stricter provisions of land use permits.
(g) Golf course maintenance.
(h) Property maintenance, including, but not limited to, the operation of lawnmowers, leaf blowers, etc., provided such maintenance occurs between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
(i) Motor vehicles, other than off-highway vehicles. This exemption does not include sound emanating from motor vehicle sound systems.
(j) Heating and air conditioning equipment.
(k) Safety, warning and alarm devices, including, but not limited to, house and car alarms, and other warning devices that are designed to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
(l) The discharge of firearms and fireworks consistent with all state and local laws.
(Ord. 101, passed 11-7-2007)