Sound or noise associated with the following are excepted from the application of this subchapter:
(A) Construction activity performed by an agency of government provided that all equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and is equipped with all noise-reducing equipment in proper condition;
(B) Construction or repair work and regulated activities of utilities regulated by the North Carolina Utilities Commission;
(C) Construction activities associated with building construction and home improvements between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.;
(D) Lawnmowers and other turf management equipment operated between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. when operated in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and with all standard noise reducing equipment in place and in proper condition;
(E) Refuse collection vehicles operating during daylight hours;
(F) Safety signals, warning devices, emergency pressure relief valves, and church bells and chimes;
(G) Outdoor entertainment events and events at the Gathering Place Amphitheater only to the extent authorized in an event permit issued by the village;
(H) Film and video production activities for which permits have been issued by the village; provided all equipment such as generators are properly muffled;
(I) Lawful fireworks;
(J) Properly equipped aircraft operated in accordance with applicable federal rules and regulations;
(K) Governmental emergency vehicles and firearms in the course of the performance of official duties;
(L) Emergency vehicles; and
(M) Agricultural equipment/land clearing operations/tree harvesting operated between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. when operated in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and with all standard noise reducing equipment in place and in proper condition.
(2002 Code, Ch. 84, § 84.04) (Ord. passed 6-23-2003; Am. Ord. passed 4-20-2004; Am. Ord. passed 7-19-2011)