Earlier editions: 2026-09
Chapter 28 — ZONING.›Article IV — SITE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Alturas Municipal Code Div. 8 Noise Standards
Alturas Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Alturas
Cite as: Alturas Municipal Code Division 8 · Text as of 2026-10-04
28.47.010 - Content and applicability.¶
These standards are intended to ensure projects do not expose noise sensitive areas to noise impacts in excess of the standards established in the Noise Element of the General Plan. The noise standards in this Section apply to all high density residential, commercial, industrial and recreational projects.
(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)
28.47.020 - Noise standards.¶
The following noise standards are to be maintained in noise sensitive residential, open space and office-residential areas:
A. General Standard. Land uses located outside of the M2 Primary Zone shall do everything possible to maintain outdoor noise levels at or below 60 dB L dn when measured at the property line.
B. M2 Standard. Land uses located within the M2 Primary Zone shall implement every measure necessary and practicable to:
Ensure outdoor noise levels do not exceed 65 dB L dn when measured at the property line.
Be consistent with recommendations of the California Office of Noise Control.
(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)
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