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Lake Zurich · 3.2.16

Sound Amplifiers

Summary

This ordinance defines sound amplifiers and establishes licensing requirements and use restrictions within the Village of Lake Zurich. It prohibits their use during specific nighttime hours and near churches or educational institutions, with exceptions for private settings and permitted parades.

Section Text

cause a public nuisance as defined in Title 4, Chapter 2 of the Village of Lake Zurich Code. 2. This section shall not apply to sound amplifiers, noise devices, bands or other musical devices used in any parade or procession that are operated under a permit in accordance with applicable Village codes, ordinances, and regulations. Nor shall this section apply to any governmental entity engaged in the exercise of its public duties or conducting special events approved by the Village

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Plainfield · 6.227

Maintaining public nuisance; chronic nuisance

Summary

This section defines key terms related to public nuisances and chronic nuisance properties within Plainfield. It establishes definitions for concepts like 'chronic nuisance property,' 'owner,' and 'gang related activities' to inform the enforcement of public safety ordinances.

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disorderly conduct, assault, battery, unlawful use of a weapon, prostitution, possession or cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, underage consumption of alcohol, disposal of garbage/refuse/solid waste and/or noise regulations; and (16) A violation of Chapter 2.5, Article IX (Property Maintenance) or Article X (Dangerous, Unsafe, Abandoned Buildings) of the Village's Code of Ordinances. (c) Public nuisance and chronic nuisance property prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any property in the Village to be a public nuisance or chronic nuisance property...property. In determining what remedy or remedies to employ, the court may consider evidence of other conduct which occurred at the property, including but not limited to: (1) The disturbance of neighbors; (2) The recurrence of loud and obnoxious noises; (3) The repeated public consumption of alcohol; and/or (4) The repeated sale or possession of cannabis and/or controlled substances at the property. (e) Abatement of nuisance. The village may commence an action to abate any public nuisance or chronic nuisance

Public Safety & Law Enforcement

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Newark · 21.302

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in the Newark Ordinance. It defines various terms related to property, uses, and structures, including specific types of adult businesses and agricultural uses.

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boarded or kept for any purpose whatsoever, with the exception of regularly-established veterinary hospitals, pet shops, pounds or shelters. "Light Industry." Manufacturing uses which meet the performance standards, bulk controls and other requirements established in the Ordinance. "Loading Facility." A building, structure, parcel of land, or portion thereof which provides offstreet parking spaces or off-street loading berths and including access ways, driveways and aisles and which is either a principal or accessory use. "Lot." A parcel or tract...carries passengers, goods and equipment. "Multi-Use Building." A building containing two or more distinct uses. "Noise." An undesirable audible sound. "Noise Pollution." Continuous or episodic excessive noise in the human environment. "Non-Conforming Building." Any building or structure lawfully established which: (a) does not comply with all the regulations of the Ordinance or any amendment hereto governing bulk of the district in which such building or structure is located; or (b) is designed or intended for a non-conforming

Zoning & Land Use

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Streamwood · 11.4.8

Performance Standards

Summary

This section mandates that all uses within any district must comply with specific performance standards for noise, smoke, particulate matter, toxic matters, odors, fire hazards, vibration, glare, and heat. It directs users to various Streamwood village and building codes for these standards.

Section Text

district shall be subject to and adhere to the performance standards which govern noise, smoke, particulate matter, toxic or noxious matters, odors, fire and explosive hazards, vibration, glare or heat which are contained in the following village codes and ordinances as well as other applicable ordinances, codes and standards: Streamwood village code. Streamwood building code, title 9 of this code. Streamwood fire prevention code, title 6, chapter 2 of this code. Streamwood subdivision code, title 10 of this code

General Provisions

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Chicago Ridge · 56.229

Performance standards

Summary

This section establishes performance standards for uses within the M-1 Restricted Manufacturing District in Chicago Ridge, focusing on noise. It outlines how noise levels should be measured and sets maximum decibel limits for various octave bands at the boundary of residence or business districts.

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comply with the performance standards hereinafter set forth in this section for the district. No use lawfully established on the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived hereof shall be so altered or modified as to conflict with, or further conflict with, the performance standards. (1) Noise. The following shall be the performance standards for the M-1 district for noise: a. Measurement. Sound levels shall be measured with sound level meter and associated octave band...adjacent uses. _____ b. Noise; maximum levels permitted. In the M-1 restricted manufacturing district, at no point on the boundary of a residence or business district shall the sound pressure level of any operation or plant (other than background noises produced by sources not under the control of this chapter, such as the operation of motor vehicles or other transportation facilities), exceed the decibel limits in the following octave bands: Octave Band Frequency (cycles per second) Maximum Permitted Sound Level

Zoning & Land Use

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Barrington · 1.14.1

Enumerated

Summary

This section outlines the accepted payment methods for fees, charges, deposits, and other amounts owed to the Village of Barrington, including cash, check, and accepted credit cards. It also details specific fees, such as those for code violations and zoning board appeals, and notes that most are nonrefundable.

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sanitary services, water conservation, or other health and safety standards that are applicable to structures and/or the use of property in the village or any village ordinance that requires the cutting and removal of weeds and other nuisance vegetation, the removal of garbage and debris, the removal of inoperable motor vehicles, nuisance noise, or the abatement of any other nuisances $35.00 per offense per day, and each day a violation shall occur or continue shall be deemed a separate offense

Administration & Government

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Peotone · 157.082

B-3 Auto-Oriented And Service Business District

Summary

This ordinance section establishes the B-3 Auto-Oriented and Service Business District in Peotone to accommodate highway-oriented uses. It outlines permitted uses, such as auto accessory stores, drive-in establishments, and hotels, and also defines special uses that require a permit.

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Retail and Service Business District (unless already permitted under the preceding subsection). Adult-use cannabis dispensing organization, subject to said dispensing organization being in compliance with the requirements set forth in § 157.023 of this zoning ordinance. Automobile laundries. (1) All washing facilities shall be completely within an enclosed building; (2) Any lights used to illuminate the area shall be directed away from adjacent residential properties; (3) A permanent screening fence or wall not less than five feet in height shall...painting and repairing of same. Highway maintenance garage. Light Fabrication business with distribution of the finished product when determined to have minimal impact with respect to noise, traffic, and environment. Medical cannabis dispensing organization, subject to said dispensing organization being in compliance with the requirements set forth in § 157.023 of this zoning ordinance. Miniature golf and driving range. Telephone exchanges. Vehicle sales, service, washing and repair stations, garages, taxi stands and public parking lots, provided any gas pumps

Zoning & Land Use

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Palatine · 22.89

Sound amplifiers

Summary

This ordinance requires a permit for operating sound amplification devices on public streets or places. It outlines application procedures, exemptions for school and park districts, and restrictions on usage hours, proximity to sensitive locations, sound types, speaker direction, and volume levels.

Section Text

vehicles, when the same are operated in such a manner as not to be audible at a distance of 50 feet from such vehicle, nor to noise devices, bands or other musical devices used in any public parade, community event, or procession which is operated under a permit in accordance with the ordinances of the village or approval of the village council. ..... (4) No permit shall cause or permit to be emanated or emitted from any such device any lewd

Public Safety & Law Enforcement

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Oswego · 3.7.10

Renewal of license; classification of licenses; license fee

Summary

This section outlines the renewal process for liquor licenses in Oswego, including application deadlines, fee reductions, and requirements for providing criminal history information. It also defines different classes of retail liquor licenses, specifically detailing the scope of a Class A-1 bar/tavern license.

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except during the following times and days unless otherwise extended by the village president or his/her designee, and then only when all other applicable village ordinances have been adhered to: (1) Monday through Sunday, 12:00 noon to 11:00 p.m. (o) Amplified music or other entertainment shall comply with the village's allowed noise decibels. (p) It shall be the obligation of the licensee to prevent loitering, the creation of public nuisances or disturbances by any patrons...except during the following times and days unless otherwise extended by the village president or his/her designee, and then only when all other applicable village ordinances have been adhered to: (1) Monday through Sunday, 12:00 noon to 11:00 p.m. (o) Amplified music or other entertainment shall comply with the village's allowed noise decibels. (p) It shall be the obligation of the licensee to prevent loitering, the creation of public nuisances or disturbances by any event attendees, patrons

Business & Licensing

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Round Lake · 8.36.020

Public Nuisances Defined And Designated

Summary

This section defines 'public nuisance' broadly, encompassing acts or conditions that substantially annoy, injure, or endanger public comfort, health, safety, or morals, or obstruct public ways. It then specifically enumerates several acts and conditions considered public health nuisances.

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over streets, alleys or public grounds which are strung less than fifteen (15) feet above the surface of the street or ground; All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind; All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the Village or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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Kenilworth · 135.02

Public Nuisances Defined

Summary

This section defines what constitutes a public nuisance in Kenilworth, outlining general criteria that substantially annoy, injure, or endanger the public. It then specifically lists various acts, conditions, and things that are considered public health nuisances.

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contrary to the regulations of the State Pollution Control Board; (13) The deposit of garbage, rubbish, junk or any offensive substance on any street, sidewalk or public place or on any private property, except as may be permitted by ordinance; (14) The deposit or placement of abandoned or dismantled vehicles, and appliances, furniture and other household effects (whether abandoned or held for use, storage or repairs) on any street, sidewalk or public place or on any private property unless located...over streets, alleys or public grounds which are strung less than 15 feet above the surface of the street or ground; (13) All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind; (14) All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by ordinances of the village or which, although made in accordance with the ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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Pingree Grove · 8.4.4

Restrictions And Exemptions

Summary

This section outlines restrictions and exemptions for block party permits in Pingree Grove, detailing time limits, access requirements for emergency and resident vehicles, prohibitions on alcohol sales, cleanup responsibilities, noise limitations, and sponsor financial liability.

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such block party or gathering. E. No person attending any block party or gathering in the public right of way shall make any loud noise or disturbance which will create a nuisance for persons not attending the block party or gathering, nor shall any attendee violate any applicable Village code or ordinance. F. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for any costs incurred by the village for establishing detours, assigning of police officers for traffic direction, cleanup or repair

Streets & Public Property

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Hickory Hills · 12.02

Public Nuisances Defined

Summary

This section defines what constitutes a public nuisance in Hickory Hills, broadly covering acts or conditions that substantially annoy, injure, or endanger the public, or interfere with public ways. It then specifically lists several conditions related to public health that are declared public health nuisances, such as unsanitary food, animal carcasses, waste accumulation, stagnant water, and improper garbage containment.

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condition; or any animals or fowl which because of disease, unsanitary conditions, odor or noise, discomfort or injure the health or well being of residents of the city; 11. All abandoned wells not securely covered or secured from public use; 12. All noxious weeds as defined by 525 ILCS 10/2; 13. Any violation of the Building Code, Property Maintenance Code, Fire Prevention Code, or Zoning Ordinance or the condition of any premises declared by the City Council...streets, alleys or public grounds which are strung less than 15 feet above the surface of the street or ground. 8. All loud and discordant noises or vibrations or any kind. 9. All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the city or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose

Health & Sanitation

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Maywood · 92.21

Public Nuisances Defined

Summary

This section defines public nuisances and specifically enumerates various conditions that constitute public health nuisances within Maywood. It covers a broad range of issues from unsanitary food and waste disposal to pollution and hazardous emissions.

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streets, alleys or public grounds which are strung less than 15 feet above the surface of the street or ground; (8) All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind; (9) All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the Village or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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Itasca · 94.04

Nuisances Affecting Peace And Safety

Summary

This section declares various acts, omissions, places, conditions, and things that affect public peace and safety as public nuisances. It provides a non-exhaustive list of examples, including building code violations, unauthorized traffic devices, obstructions to visibility, hazardous tree limbs, improper fireworks use, dilapidated structures, low-hanging wires, and excessive noise.

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streets, alleys or public grounds which are strung less than 15 feet above the surface of the street or ground; (H) All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind; (I) All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the Village or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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Lakemoor · 12.02

Public Nuisances Defined

Summary

This section defines what constitutes a public nuisance in Lakemoor, with a specific focus on public health nuisances. It outlines general criteria for a public nuisance and then provides a list of specific acts, omissions, and conditions that are explicitly declared to be public health nuisances.

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streets, alleys or public grounds which are strung less than 15 feet above the surface of the street or ground; (8) All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind; (9) All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the village or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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Round Lake Heights · 5.1.2

Public nuisances defined

Summary

This section defines what constitutes a public nuisance in Round Lake Heights, with a specific subsection detailing public health nuisances. It outlines conditions that annoy, injure, endanger the public, or interfere with public ways, and then lists specific examples related to health.

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alleys or public grounds which are strung less than fifteen feet (15′) above the surface of the street or ground; 9. All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind; 10. All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the Village or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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Fox Lake · 5.1.2

Prohibited Acts

Summary

This section prohibits the creation or maintenance of public nuisances within Fox Lake and its police jurisdiction. It specifically lists various conditions, acts, and omissions affecting health that are declared to be public nuisances, including unsanitary disposal of animal carcasses, accumulation of waste, stagnant water, and offensive odors.

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alleys or public grounds which are strung less than sixteen feet (16') above the surface of the street or ground. 9. All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind. 10. All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the village or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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Bensenville · 6.2.2

Public Nuisances Defined

Summary

This section defines what constitutes a public nuisance in Bensenville, with a specific subsection detailing public health nuisances. It outlines conditions that annoy, injure, endanger the public, render them insecure, offend morals, or obstruct public ways.

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alleys or public grounds which are strung less than fifteen feet (15') above the surface of the street or ground; 8. All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind; 9. All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the village or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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Grayslake · 8.28.020

Public nuisances defined

Summary

This section defines what constitutes a public nuisance in Grayslake, including general criteria and specific examples related to public health. It outlines conditions that annoy, injure, endanger the public, make them insecure, offend morals, or obstruct public ways.

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such enumeration shall not be construed to exclude other nuisances affecting public peace or safety coming within the provisions of subsection A of this section: 1. All buildings erected, repaired or altered in violation of the provisions of the ordinances of the village relating to materials and manner of construction of buildings and structures; 2. All unauthorized signs, signals, markings or devices which purport to be or may be mistaken as official traffic control devices placed or maintained upon...alleys or public grounds which are strung less than fifteen (15) feet above the surface of the street or ground; 8. All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind; 9. All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the village, or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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Harvard · 11.05

PUBLIC NUISANCES AFFECTING PEACE AND SAFETY

Summary

This section declares various conditions, acts, and omissions to be public nuisances affecting peace and safety in Harvard. It enumerates specific examples, including unsafe buildings, hazardous obstructions, loud noises, and fire hazards.

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safety, but such enumeration shall not be construed to exclude other nuisances affecting public peace or safety coming within the provisions of this chapter. A. All buildings erected, repaired or altered in violation of the provision of the ordinances of the City relating to materials and manner of construction of building and structure; B. All trees, hedges, billboards or other obstructions which prevent persons driving vehicles on public streets, alleys or highways from having a clear view of traffic when...streets, alleys or public grounds which are strung less than 15 feet above the surface of the street or ground; F. All loud and discordant noises or vibrations of any kind; G. All obstructions of streets, alleys, sidewalks or crosswalks and all excavations in or under the same, except as permitted by the ordinances of the City or which, although made in accordance with such ordinances, are kept or maintained for an unreasonable length of time after the purpose thereof

Health & Sanitation

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East Dundee · 70.06

Motor Driven Cycles

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms related to motor-driven cycles and electric vehicles within East Dundee. It clarifies specific terminology used in other ordinances concerning these vehicle types.

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village. (3) Compliance with traffic regulations. The operator shall operate the vehicle in accordance with the motor vehicle laws of the state and ordinances of the village. (4) Exhaust system and muffler. Such vehicle shall be equipped with an exhaust system in good working order, sufficient to prevent excessive or unusual noises. No such vehicle shall be equipped with any muffler cutout, or removable exhaust pipe cover, or any bypass in a muffler, or any muffler from which the baffle

General Provisions

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Skokie · 106.192

Operation generally

Summary

This section outlines general operational requirements for motorcycles and motor-driven cycles within Skokie, mandating compliance with state and local laws regarding licensing, vehicle standards, traffic regulations, exhaust systems, and operator proficiency.

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Village. (3) Compliance with traffic regulations. The operator shall operate the vehicle in accordance with the motor vehicle laws of the State and ordinances of the Village. (4) Exhaust system and muffler. Such vehicle shall be equipped with an exhaust system in good working order, sufficient to prevent excessive or unusual noises. No such vehicle shall be equipped with any muffler cutout, or removable exhaust pipe cover, or any bypass in a muffler, or any muffler from which the baffle

Traffic & Vehicles

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St. Charles · 6.12.060

Nuisances

Summary

This section defines what constitutes a nuisance animal in St. Charles and holds owners responsible when their animals repeatedly engage in specific behaviors, including molesting persons or vehicles, attacking other animals, damaging property, excessive noise, and creating offensive odors.

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other animals that are being maintained in a lawful and otherwise proper way on the premises of their owner(s) or that are in the ordinance-prescribed control of their owners away from their home premises; C. Damaging property other than that of the owner; D. Barking, whining, howling or otherwise emitting loud noises excessively for an extended and uninterrupted period while on the property of the owner or within the confines of the owner's residence or other enclosed

Animals & Animal Control

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Palos Park · 652.01

Specific Nuisances Enumerated.

Summary

This section enumerates specific conditions and actions that are classified as nuisances in Palos Park. It includes violations of technical codes and ordinances, and disturbances to public peace, particularly those caused by noise from commercial building operations and the use of heavy equipment.

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Conditions or actions declared to be nuisances in the Village include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following: (a) Violations of Technical Codes and Ordinances . To violate or fail to comply with the Building and Housing Code or the Zoning Code, or to permit the condition of any premises declared by the Mayor to be a nuisance; (b) Peace Disturbances . To disturb the public peace, as follows: (1) For a person owning or in possession, charge or control...rent the same to be used, for any business or employment, or for any purpose of pleasure or recreation, if such use, from its noise or boisterous nature, disturbs or destroys the peace of the neighborhood in which such building or premises is situated, or is dangerous or detrimental to health; (Adopting Ordinance) (2) To conduct commercial building operations during weekdays between the hours of 8:00 p.m. or sunset (whichever is earlier

Health & Sanitation

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Sound Amplifiers

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B-3 Auto-Oriented And Service Business District

Sound amplifiers

Renewal of license; classification of licenses; license fee

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Public Nuisances Defined

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Public Nuisances Defined

Public Nuisances Defined

Nuisances Affecting Peace And Safety

Public Nuisances Defined

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Public nuisances defined

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