An area shall be designated a noise sensitive zone following passage of an ordinance amending Section 8-32-065 that includes a finding, developed in consultation with the Department of Police and Department of Public Health, that such zone is an area where noise sensitive activities take place. Existing quiet zones shall be considered noise sensitive zones until otherwise designated. Noise sensitive activities include, but are not limited to, operations of schools, libraries open to the public, churches, hospitals and nursing homes. The Commissioner of Transportation shall install conspicuous signage identifying such areas as noise sensitive zones.
(Added Coun. J. 11-16-11, p. 13798, Art. II, § 5; Amend Coun. J. 11-20-19, p. 10362, § 2)