(A) City Council may grant a temporary exemption to allow a person or persons to engage in conduct or activities which would otherwise violate this subchapter.
(B) The following information shall be considered by City Council in determining whether or not to grant an exemption:
(1) The nature of the proposed conduct or activity and whether there are any feasible and prudent alternatives.
(2) Any adverse impacts and whether there are ways to avoid or mitigate those impacts.
(3) The location of the proposed conduct or activity and any history of noise problems at that address.
(4) The proximity of any residences, businesses, or other property uses and whether the neighbors within hearing range support or oppose the proposed conduct or activity.
(5) When the conduct or activity will begin and end.
(C) City Council or its designee may impose conditions and safeguards to mitigate any adverse impacts of the conduct or activity.
(D) Upon approval of an exemption by City Council, a permit must be signed by the Mayor or his or her designee and must set forth:
(1) The name of the person or group to whom the exemption is granted;
(2) The location of the property for which the permit is issued;
(3) A description of the conductor activity for which the exemption is granted; and
(4) The dates and times for which the permit is effective.
(Ord. 07-15, as amended, passed 7-14-15)