Committee weighs noise limits, monitoring and enforcement for potential data centers

Aug 12, 2026

The draft requires full-spectrum sound studies, sets lot-line measurement maxima that match existing residential limits (60 dBA day, 55 dBA night), and staff described enforcement by notice of violation and court process if remediation fails.

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Staff proposed a full-spectrum sound study (high and low frequency) measured at the lot line and tied to enforcement procedures. "These maximums are 60 d b a during the daytime and 55 d b a during nighttime," Kathy Fletcher said, noting the levels align with existing residential limits.

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