(A)
It shall constitute a violation of this chapter for any person to cause noise levels from the operation or use of light motor vehicles in excess of 80 db(A) in any area within the corporate limits of the town, at any time. This noise level limit shall be measured at a distance of not less than 15 feet from the noise source.
(B) It shall constitute a violation of this chapter for any person to operate, cause to operate, or use a light motor vehicle so as to cause excessive noise levels as a result of a defective or modified exhaust system; acceleration, deceleration, revving, or tire squeal; or the operation of audio devices such as, but not limited to, radios, smart phones, compact disc and tape players, on or from the vehicle.
(C) It shall constitute a violation of this chapter for any person to cause, suffer, allow, or permit the operation of any source of construction sound on any source property in such a manner as to create an unreasonable sound that persists continuously or intermittently for a period of at least 15 minutes, and continuing to do so after being asked to stop, when observed at or within the real property line of any of the receiving properties, except as specifically permitted in this chapter.
(D) The generation of sound in violation of this chapter is deemed to be a public nuisance.
(E) A custodial parent shall be responsible for ensuring a minor child complies with this chapter and is responsible for any fine imposed.
(Ord. 2016-05, passed 6-6-2016; Am. Ord. 2024-03, passed 2-5-2024)