Noise, acoustical studies and generator testing limits highlighted in draft ordinance
The draft requires third-party acoustical studies, post-construction noise testing and proposes generator testing capped at 100 hours per generator per year; members discussed mitigation measures and annual third-party testing authority for the City.
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Noise mitigation and verification were recurring themes in the Aug. 5 meeting. The draft ordinance references Minnesota Pollution Control Agency standards and would require a third-party acoustical study as part of any permit application, with post-construction testing to confirm compliance. Attorney Mattick explained the ordinance references MPCA rules to avoid conflict with statewide standards while giving the City authority to require an independent study and to order annual third-party noise testing if needed.
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