§ 21-42. Unlawful use of sound equipment in buildings or other premises.

(a)

It shall be unlawful for any person to maintain and operate in any building or on any premises in the city any radio device or mechanical musical instrument or device of any kind whereby the sound therefrom is cast directly upon the public streets and public places, and where such device is maintained for advertising purposes or for the purpose of attracting the attention of the passing public.

(b)

The provisions of this section shall not apply to the following:

(1)

Music, bells or chimes which are part of a bona fide religious service, observation or other such religious event.

(2)

The striking of clocks.

(c)

The city manager may issue from time to time, in his discretion, permits for the use of such sound equipment as is otherwise prohibited by this section. Such permits may be issued subject to such restrictions as may be deemed reasonable by the city manager.

(d)

Any person who violates this section or any provision hereof shall be guilty of a Class 4 misdemeanor.

(Code 1956, Tit. XXIII, Ch. 4, § 10; Ord. No. 24345, § 1, 9-25-78)

Charter reference— Authority of city to prevent unnecessary noise, § 2(16).

Cross reference— Noise control, § 21-204 et seq.

(Code 1956, Tit. XXIII, Ch. 4, § 10; Ord. No. 24345, § 1, 9-25-78)

Charter reference

Authority of city to prevent unnecessary noise, § 2(16).

Cross reference

Noise control, § 21-204 et seq.