Commission introduces noise‑ordinance updates; proposes 65 dB daytime and 55 dB overnight limits

Jul 14, 2026

City staff introduced amendments to replace antiquated noise language with objective, property‑line dB limits (proposed 65 dB daytime / 55 dB overnight with a 5 dB ambient adjustment), and the commission set an August 11 public hearing to collect comment.

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City staff introduced proposed amendments to Pleasant Ridge's noise regulations on July 14, saying the current ordinance dates to the 1940s–1950s and relies on technical octave‑band tables that are difficult to enforce.

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