Item Coversheet

NEW BUSINESS  15.

COMMITTEE MEMORANDUM

TO: Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee Members


FROM:
Alina T. Hudak, City Manager


DATE: March 20, 2024


SUBJECT:

DISCUSSION REGARDING POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS TO NOISE FROM SECURITY SYSTEMS AT RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES


HISTORY:

At the January 31, 2024 Commission meeting, the Discussion Regarding Potential Solutions To Noise From Security Systems At Residential Properties was referred to Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee (PSNQLC). 

ANALYSIS

Noise from security systems at residential properties falls under the City Ordinance Section 42-83 which states that the Police enforce regulations regarding this matter. Additionally, Section 46-157 exempts fire alarms and burglar alarms and shall not constitute unnecessary and excessive noises as prohibited in Section 46-152. 

CONCLUSION:

Staff will be present to discuss and provide any information found on potential solutions to and/or enforcement of noise from security systems at residential properties.


Applicable Area

Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, pursuant to City Code Section 2-14? Does this item utilize G.O. Bond Funds?
Yes No 
ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionType
Original Referral MemoMemo
Burglar Alarms OrdinanceOrdinance
Noise Exemptions OrdinanceOrdinance