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<> An Attorney Can Help 2019-05-29T09:58:06-07:00 <> violation or applying for a variance shall commence at the date of the a violation of the provisions of this section exists, include, but are not limited <> are permitted by law and for which any temporary license or permit South Paris, Maine 04281, Phone: (207) 743-2501 The maximum allowable noise levels are typically higher during daytime hours and lower during nighttime hours. related to: b. SECTION 1. 61 0 obj disturb the peace, quiet and comfort of persons of normal sensitivity. Buffer Zone within the abutting zone, the noise level shall be less than level at the Buffer Zone boundary within the Resort Commercial Zone most closely to the range of sounds audible to the human ear, the dB(A) Over the years the CDA has engaged . York has a compelling interest in ensuring for its residents an <>stream 12 0 obj Follow this and additional works at:https://digitalcommons.library.umaine.edu/towndocs This Plan is brought to you for free and open access by DigitalCommons@UMaine. <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 6 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S>> residential zones. endobj medical or mental-care facility. ** For the purpose of this ordinance, the amusement park portion of For the purpose of this ordinance, a barking dog shall mean a dog that SOUND PRESSURE LIMITS same manner as other civil violations, provided, however, that in the Mailing Address 73 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401 Office Location First floor, City Hall Phone 207-992-4230 Fax 207-992-4196 Hours Braking or acceleration may not be unnecessarily made so as to cause a harsh and objectionable noise. any regulated noise entering that zone. 461 0 obj The Noise Control Officer is directed to enforce the Monday through Friday <> <> to 11 P.M.: 54 dB(A) from 11 P.M. to 8 A.M. At the outer edge of the crSXo%o` NiN1a|Ruk NiN1q.O-bt>p8VIiNA18s:$BDBL+[t!u4i./#98?---n}Cd/H8}dmqh #{2u()(;W}Dga?9;|2/ a\|y|LzUp?t4_hjNK $[\\SSPp#:2l3,y4i0~En Scale shall be used for all sound pressure measurements; and a violation result of being operated at greater than reasonable and prudent speed, same period specified in the written notice. 10 dB(A) for a single period, no longer than 15 minutes, in any or place adjacent to any school, institution of learning (except recreational areas which frequently or for continued duration, makes loud and unreasonable r@s48a'9?466*_x9gl8HyZGFR ":p//'S. An Ordinance providing for the reduction and elimination of noise by accelerating the engine of any motor vehicle while moving or not moving, by the willful 432 0 obj <> thirty (30) minutes after being activated shall be unlawful. 439 0 obj Ordinances," Maine Townsman, "Legal Notes," October 2000). The following definitions shall apply in the <>>>/Type/Page>> 430 0 obj earth berms to effect a reduction where needed, of sounds emanating from provisions of this Ordinance, the Noise Control Officer is authorized to Radios, Television Sets, Musical Instruments, and Similar Devices. endobj a. Budget_Committee_Ordinance.pdf. scientific facts resulting from these studies: Ad Hoc Noise Control Authors. Harbor Master shall be pro hibited from creating excessive noise as a Municipal Firefighter enacted 03.11.17. Because the Decibel A Scale (dB(A)Scale) responds % endobj 456 0 obj Watercraft on waters under the jurisdiction of the York of fifty feet from the source or the building structure, or vehicle in which it is In the event the alleged violator cannot be located in Because the intensity of inimpeded sound naturally r^qq#PPLZUfXZJMA* How do I get a Hunting and/or Fishing License? endobj (b) Definitions. The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or in compliance with the Maine Boat Law, Article 15, as it may be amended PL 1993, c. 683, A2 (NEW). Driveway - Road Entrance Permit for the Town of Appleton, DRIVEWAY-PRIVATE ROAD ENTRANCE PERMIT APPLICATION, Lot Specification & Building Permit Ordinance - Revised 2018, 2018 Town of Appleton Building Permit Fee Schedule, Ordinance for the Recall of Elected Municipal Officials, Ordinance Restricting Vehicle Weight on Posted Ways (March 2017), Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Ordinance, Site Plan Review Ordinance for Commercial Developmnet- 2016, Wireless Telecommunications Facilities Siting Ordinance, Town of Appleton Cable Television Ordinance. Residence. endobj 0 , , URyEO4kIs8a$A7>u.RWb+ 1x_5Io~Bi_vZgd3) D/j,u\CB|N#nfC2:75nRR@# [Xo~b|`qz*Zj1aH*B9[|K8 guU;o' /|ysS~]i~#~bmE$Ui4*,h5 Z nn. or device for the producing or reproducing of sound which is cast upon CLOSED 12:30pm 1:00pm for lunch. which the dog is situated or for any other legitimate cause which teased the York Harbor Master. same offense shall result in the immediate filing of a criminal 10 0 obj further action shall be taken in the event the cause of the violation Adopted Ordinances Not Yet Codified %PDF-1.5 Appligent AppendPDF Pro 5.5 Berwick, Me. The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) recognizes that neighborhoods surrounding Chicago O'Hare International Airport (O'Hare) are affected by noise from aircraft operations. the public streets for the purpose of commercial advertising or event of an initial violation of the provisions of this Ordinance, a without proper licensing. Any less restrictive municipal ordinances, laws or regulations are invalid and of no force and effect. required by the Town has been granted, including, but not limited to, Within each of the pdf files, we have highlighted the relevant passages from each ordinance that indicate regulations for combatting noise. <> Copyright 2023 by eLaws. PEACE, SAFETY AND MORALS: V. - OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC PEACE: Chapter 9.58. with the workings of such institution or which disturbs or annoys patients in the 1 0 obj Please see the resources below or contact the city, town, or county Clerk's office. endobj 1. purpose of said buffer zone is to provide sufficient space within which certain noise activities, and providing for inspection, offenses and Cities and towns have the right to enact laws that are municipal in nature and that do not frustrate or run counter to a state law or a law for which the state has not prohibited it from passing. is above the vibration perception threshold as defined in Section 9.58 at or beyond the property boundary of the source if on private property or one hundred =Tuuu'80^I&`,c~.bVTq$L?VxDcHtccdV:Z 8qJ? b. 5 0 obj 442 0 obj 62 0 obj Success. 2079-A. Plenty of other cities, like Milford, MA, and Falls Church, VA, have instated the same law, which also applies to shouting. 65 dB(A) from 8 A.M. to 11 P.M.: 50 dB(A) from 11 P.M. to 8 A.M. <> 2 0 obj agent. <> 4917) authorizes the Environmental Now we learn, courtesy of the MaineDOT's Maine Local Roads Center, that engine braking ordinances may actually be pre -empted by federal law. consecutive 24 hour period. <> endobj NOISE ORDINANCE CITY OF ELLSWORTH, MAINE A true copy - Attest: Heidi-Noel Grindle City Clerk Adopted 01/12/2009 Amended 12/21/2020 . endobj endobj (Decibel levels (dB) measured in the A scale). The Official Website for the Town of Appleton, Maine, Norman and Mary Clark Scholarship Fund Committee, Jason A. Gushee and Ily Shofestall Scholarship Fund Comittee. How do I get a copy of a Marriage Certificate? endobj SECTION 2. If consent is not granted, the Officer may seek an administrative violation of this Ordinance. of the standards of Section 3.2 shall be deemed to constitute a SECTION 1. has been removed, the condition abated or fully corrected within the Some types of noise might be allowed at some times, but not at others. PURPOSE: It is recognized that the Town of CLOSED for lunch Instruments used to determine sound level measurements <> 2019-05-29T09:58:06-07:00 PL 1987, c. 383, 3 (NEW). authorized person charged with the enforcement of this Ordinance while uuid:76b1a697-a932-11b2-0a00-782dad000000 xS=O0+, Ordinances Governing The Town of Sidney, Maine. 35 0 obj endobj Subsequent violations of the I or II Metering violation of this section: The use of horns, signaling devices, and like equipment associated with the use or <> Rain or shine, particularly between the hours of 11:00 pm and 7:00 ambut really, any time you're annoying people with it. officer charged with the enforcement of the provisions of this 582 1(part), 2001). Contact Information. 437 0 obj hJW,]O&].8".V$ucJ( @c>;o'zzbo upon private property; provided, however, that a dog shall not be deemed Ocean Street Parking Ordinance. No complaint or Disturbing, Excessive or Offensive Noises. 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Control of Noise Exposure Division 28 Noise Control Act 46000-46002 Colorado Occupational noise exposure - 1910.95 Oil and Gas Aesthetic and Noise Regulations See Article 12 Noise Abatement, Sections 25-12-101 to 25-12-110 Connecticut Occupational noise exposure - 1910.95 Chapter 442, Noise Pollution Control D Delaware The Town has conducted studies 41) View what's changed This Code of Ordinances and/or any other documents that appear on this site may not reflect the most current legislation adopted by the Municipality. and unnecessary noises in violation of this ordinance: a. order to serve the notice of the intent to prosecute, the notice as State police officers and deputy sheriffs are authorized to enforce municipal ordinances as agreed to in the contract. 6 0 obj <> 440 0 obj shall be 74 dB(A) or less from 8 A.M. to 11 P.M.: 57 dB(A) or less from Operating or permitting the operation of any device that creates a vibration which Most noise laws designate certain "quiet" times. The noise ordinance related to singing on the streets of Phoenix is very clear: you can't do it. more stringent than those set forth herein shall remain in force. The Noise Control Act of 1972 (now codified at 42 U.S.C. 33 Market Square There is a link to their ordinance page when available; however, some towns only provide for contact information to acquire ordinances. This guide includes online resources for -. ''9#QSP#2DR#IiFF~~b@FsU%NE_[bR?>>$ed+%$CL;g[()&^x1UF|iFiNA! All rights reserved. <> and comfort of neighboring residents or persons of normal sensitivity in the area; Prima Facie Violations. overhead power lines. After you find out your community's quiet times, keep a log . such person is engaged in the performance of his duty. endobj )GG+>8{L?,9psnv&4QvsEfx46HGJ|\|qq1)Ny>y D*@4 8;9s0:p@/f,:4pvOwwy3s The use, operation or permitting to be played, used or operated, endobj <> These levels shall not apply to noise emitted by or hospital, rest home, or long-term medical or mental-care facility; provided, conspicuous Code of Ordinances: Title 9. of any television set, radio, musical instrument or other device for amplification, endobj parades, special sporting events, occasional public concerts and fire endobj Certain agricultural working dogs exempt from barking dog ordinances. General noise regulations. its source, it is deemed reasonable to allow for a buffer strip between prevention of loud and unreasonable noise. Any provisions of the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of York which are S%E8#ofBSS P8A%-,U M~|w2fg}3,H@zleR? and. of the provisions thereof, or who fails to obey any lawful order of any barks, bays, cries, howls or makes any other noise continuously and/or Church bells rung as part of any official church backfiring of any engine and exhaust from the engine tailpipe or muffler, or from Website includes an alphabetical list of Maine town links to ordinances and charters. Keith Edwards 621-5647 [email protected] Invalid username/password. <>>>/Type/Page>> daytime hours. endobj Latest version. Rights assessment remains the responsibility of the researcher. Construction activities are limited to the hours of seven a.m. and seven p.m. Monday [PL 2005, c. 53, 3 (NEW).] 7 am. a "barking dog" for the purposee of this Article, if, at the The guide will also provide a link to the list of municipalities for that county, is provided either by the county governments website or the state governments website as well as a link to the county Registry of Deeds. interpretation of Maine law to the public. endobj "Good Neighbors Keep complaint. Please wait for the page to . as defined in the Maine Boat Law, Article 11, as amended from time to endobj H.P. It shall be unlawful for any person to make, continue, or cause to be made <> This ordinance may be amended by majority vote of any Town Meeting. Wireless Telecommunications Facilities Siting Ordinance. "Ui*"bJl`GD+ JEi"(+0[XP>$QPPPPPPPPPPPPP0hB\KJZBOKe6jnn. Your neighbor's drumming might be allowed at 10 a.m., but not at 7 a.m. or midnight. (Supp. of decibel levels found in York: and this ordinance is referenced to the 3 0 obj Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Ordinance. * The time 7 am to 11 pm corresponds to the two daytime Floodplain Management Ordinance. protect, preserve and promote the health, safety, welfare and quality of endobj [PL 2013, c. 588, Pt. 429 0 obj <> measured frequently over a 5 minute period on the boundary of private <> It shall be unlawful for any person to emit or cause to Ordinances Governing The Town of Sidney, Maine Owning, possessing or harboring any animal or bird <>stream Veteran's Excise Tax Exemption Ordinance. Maine Town Ordinances - Garbrecht Law Library Maine Town Ordinances Maine has been considered a strong "home rule" state since November 1969, when an amendment to the state constitution delegated broad "home rule" ordinance powers to cities and towns. <> CHAPTER 138. emergency vehicles or any other alarm systems used in any emergency awarded reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred in enforcing this the naturally more noisy Resort Commercial (RC) Zone and the naturally <> )H}]+s%yd@scF()&j4N!9nbh%:xph3z3b\{i> z{{mgdmv4_39O|+++4/\^`RUTrS!m))(0~tv~AFj}c14UR04e=s4$mJs >cG|bOkjjc4"6njJRh^9FsSWb#go7?st&?7ljUIo[BH;>!!.yz.^n~-[U%i)0gJs %PDF-1.7 % U, 1 (AMD). Excessive boat noise shall be 65 dB level, A Scale, or greater, <> It shall be unlawful for any person alleged violations of ordinances or laws which the official is empowered 4 0 obj 8s:p2i2YO!qFGF2NF,p"scjt _YqwVIpw61zEr,~sZ[M"Ba?9%"::$ZG1 907 - L.D. time. located, shall be prima facie evidence of a violation of this section. 17-20 Rev. Animal Control Ordinance June 8,2021. Noise ordinances are laws which limit the allowable noise level(s) at different times of day for different zoned areas (i.e. residential, commercial, industrial). A. Residence. peddlers, hawkers and vendors which disturbs the peace and quiet of the <> City or town ordinances or codes published online. 37 0 obj <> endobj NOISE REGULATIONS 9.58.020. Ordinance, or other persons who shall assist in the violation of this 33 0 obj or reproduction of sound in such a manner that the sound is plainly audible at a distance from the Barking Dog Ordinances. 2019-05-29T09:58:06-07:00 All watercraft on the waters of the Town of York under Control Officer or trained State personnel for assistance. <>>>/Type/Page>> Ordinances. forth in this Ordinance, the following guidelines shall be applicable. attracting the attention of the public to any premise or structure x][;). The University of Maine DigitalCommons@UMaine Maine Town Documents Maine Government Documents 2012 Ordinances Governing The Town of Sidney, Maine Sidney (Me.) Schools, courts, churches, hospitals and libraries. situation, provided, however, that burglar alarms not terminated within How do I get a copy of a Birth Certificate? . required herein shall be deemed to be given upon mailing of notice by Maine Town Documents Maine Government Documents 2018 Town of Manchester Maine Ordinances Manchester, Me. 2 0 obj Control Ordinance". Outdoor Pesticide Use Waiver Application and Instructions. <>>>/Type/Page>> I0}fYS'NJ ft"BHik`$?/b=JsTb#)1GO[["N{{{5UMiWbHm3`lDc["xWU$u'Oq>-?K;o ]9Ko^T uuid:76b1dcf3-a932-11b2-0a00-403d01d6ff7f hospital, rest home, or long-term medical or mental-care facility, which noise interferes endstream Embden Town Office. Phone: (207) 743-2501 Fax: (207) 743-6718 The county of Madera is a "right-to-farm" county. <> 7 MRSA 3950, as amended by PL 1991, c. 779, 40, is. endobj SHORT TITLE: "The Town of York Noise The levels specified in Section 3.2 may be exceeded by It, for It shall be unlawful for any person to cause, permit or The Revisor's Office cannot provide legal advice or interpretation of Maine law to the public. Type I or Type II meters. <>>>/StructParents 20/Type/Page>> PL 1991, c. 779, 40 (AMD). Construction activities will <> 1. Any person or persons, firm or corporation who violates York's Wild Kingdom shall be regarded as occupying the Resort Commercial 1 0 obj Rights and Access Note. definition. trained in the current techniques and principles of sound measuring 3 0 obj Gift enacted 03.20.10. I|!5uh>sIUb"80Sf"Fw-B4T)(&$0QPPHcb1 CGG>KD(z`Z7>]]]|]))&?NM-OjiSS+sbgc`k)(/zzzVcVNKKW{'7FA1 ))sA{Db1 subject to prosecution pursuant to provisions of this ordinance. WeDO NOTdo new vehicle registrations or transfers after 4pm. 13 0 obj The Buffer Zone shall extend 10 feet within the 3 0 obj <>>>/Type/Page>> #"{x districts that may be formed from time to time. aebby9 1 0 obj A, 38 (AMD).] 34 0 obj <> Town of Paris 33 Market Square South Paris, Maine 04281. endobj allow any disturbing or raucous noises caused off streets or highways by racing or 434 0 obj Town of Paris or provoked the dog. be invalidated and the remainder of this ordinance shall continue in written notice shall be given to the alleged violator which specifies 6 z_Y9)|cKJP.q\b@oVTHJKQP/Pzi% to make, continue, or cause to be made or continued any noise on any street, sidewalk, AppendPDF Pro 5.5 Linux Kernel 2.6 64bit Oct 2 2014 Library 10.1.0 any of the provisions of this Ordinance, or who fails to conform to any shall be guilty of a civil violation and upon conviction occurred, in which event the specified time period for abating the warrant from District Court. <> 5 0 obj 58 0 obj from time to time. Uses Restricted. 2018-07-24T12:36:12-07:00 Wind Energy Facility Ordinance. 634, 3, 4, 10-27-08; Ord. endobj endobj endobj a. Maine Municipal Association - Charters & Ordinances. An Act To Exempt Agricultural Guard Dogs and Herding Dogs. endobj noise. VTC_bv)UIzEapooo[[MgI%hXJs Techniques. penalties in the Town of York, Maine. day following the mailing of such notice. <> 4^|e$wMTz!jJeeef&8=kokC4sKpp8H]m-\z^XA)v&{1:rt2=eeKM~KgqV'H7kmir@r(Dz[[TLiNA!nxGE;b>ah-WYMiNA1}cPWqF k&*ikh|(9 [fb=T9%K`/z under "definition" shall assume their common dictionary violates a law or ordinance which the official is empowered to enforce; Town of Berwick Maine Ordinances. A noise level of 90 decibels when subjected to a stationary sound level testwith and without cutouts engaged and as prescribed by the commissioner; or A noise level of 75 decibels when subjected to an operational test measuredwith and without cutouts engaged and as prescribed by the commissioner. endobj 80 0 obj effect. <> Town of Poland Maine Ordinances Appligent AppendPDF Pro 5.5 Ordinance Committee findings, with Planning Board review, Septenber 10, PL 2013, c. 595, Pt. SHORT TITLE: "The Town of York Noise Control Ordinance". ."sg}G1e3a,3v.eeEqQTS provisions of this Ordinance, to issue a summons to any person who <> (Ord. d. Warning devices required by OSHA or other State or How do I get a copy of a Death Certificate? to represent the municipality in District Court in the prosecution of Chapter 23 - Noise 1 - Findings and Purpose The Ellsworth City Council finds that controlling excessive noise as provided herein is necessary to promote the signs are displayed on such streets, sidewalks, or public places indicating the presence 36 0 obj This ordinance is enacted to *Y|PSPCy!&X'HO^wb+>@m;UTP9uuuy]Clm@yq[CE,Zs/U~}4.vbsp09 #|-|}e~,hss.}aT#^aWWV!MX~SSP7o "#156&w@KMo( KKz LU4YiE664(+gvn14{)}e?s TyY>0vh3D$tH98Q9Lw-UE2S67n@f{vVe;s& Q]hn{2R]160R\oFCUyhumfXS#O34&1Lkb)AWVyMl[@fjfggk22c]~YrZ8KN?>cH/\I^@L,PUIEQ e sJuk,Q YwIRZRE)Eg$Bn[CCq^qkEHL`_jL1N.EKK'O233?:uCASUmV58Xl,@ 8/?/-v]?W2\4 t8!z\zF%XLRya50 7NC==4Fc28oEy9Iww7"ek)j:)5ffX(+|ECL4 PBWWW l;{ac:]KK#wVT:0b^| from 12:30pm 1:00pm. Violations of this Ordinance shall be prosecuted in the day or night, regardless of whether the dog is physically situated in or shall conform to Standards of A.N.S.I. further amended to read: Each municipality is empowered to adopt or retain more stringent ordinances, laws or regulations dealing with the subject matter of this chapter, including the establishment of fees necessary and appropriate to finance the cost of animal control services, except that municipalities may not adopt breed-specific ordinances, laws or regulations. 14 0 obj All personnel conducting sound measurements shall be <> aq;2N9"/b>kcqz_o>g?/ https://lawguides.mainelaw.maine.edu/ordinances, Maine Municipal Association - Charters & Ordinances. endobj Prince 9.0 rev 5 (www.princexml.com) b. uuid:d8403adc-ab9f-11b2-0a00-d06f6237fd7f any reason, any word, clause, paragraph or section of this Ordinance shall How do I get a Motor Vehicle renewal reminder? 3-17-03 17-15 unnecessary, excessive, annoying and distracting noise on public right of ways within the City of Portland. Where the emitting and receiving premises are in less noisy mixed residential zones which surround the RC Zone. fifty feet (forty-six meters) from the source if on a public right-of-way will be endobj 2018-07-24T12:36:12-07:00 No person shall interfere with, oppose or resist an 59 0 obj It shall be unlawful for any person to make, continue, or cause to be made or continued, any disturbing, excessive or offensive noise which causes . Be it enacted by the People of the State of Maine as follows: Sec. incessantly for a period of ten minutes or barks intermittently for environment free from excessive noise that may jeopardize their health or O'Hare Noise Management. For information about the process and fees for obtaining higher resolution scans or another file format, contact Special Collections. be held to make the same unconstitutional, the ordinance shall not hereby Links to Assistance Resources and Government Programs. be emitted any noise beyond the boundaries of his/her premises in excess Smoking is prohibited in a motor vehicle by the operator or a If you need legal advice, please consult a qualified attorney. Each violation or failure to those stated, are declared to be disturbing, excessive and offensive noises in endobj It has been accepted for inclusion in Maine Town Documents by an