ORDINANCE NO. __________, SERIES 2026
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LOUISVILLE METRO CODE OF ORDINANCES ("LMCO") CHAPTER 99 REGULATING NOISE.
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SPONSORED BY: COUNCIL MEMBERS RENO-WEBER AND BATSHON
WHEREAS, excessive noise during late-night and early-morning hours interferes with residents' comfort, repose, and quiet enjoyment of their homes and neighborhoods.
WHEREAS, businesses and venues that offer live or amplified music contribute to Louisville's economy and cultural life, and clear, objective, and consistently applied noise standards help ensure fair enforcement and voluntary compliance.
WHEREAS, predictable and objective noise standards provide clarity for performers, residents, and venue operators while supporting a vibrant music culture alongside neighborhood livability.
WHEREAS, excessive manufactured noise from vehicles-including amplified music and modified exhaust-significantly interferes with the quiet enjoyment of neighborhoods and commercial areas.
WHEREAS, objective noise measurement standards promote consistent enforcement and provide clear guidance to the public.
WHEREAS, time-limited events and activities conducted on school grounds and in parks are an important part of Louisville's economy and community life and should continue to be exempted as provided in this chapter.
WHEREAS, providing a written warning before issuing a citation for structure based noise violations encourages voluntary compliance and supports fair, efficient enforcement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL OF THE LOUISVILLE/JEFFERSON COUNTY METRO GOVERNMENT AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I: Section 99.01 of the LMCO is hereby amended as follows:
? 99.01 DEFINITIONS.
For the purpose of this ordinance, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
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