Discussion and Review of Tiffin Municipal Code Revisions — Council Updates

CHAPTER 48 NOISE POLLUTION B. The emission of sound in the performance of emergency work, including snow removal and maintenance of trees. C. The un-amplified human voice, except those activities specifically controlled by the provisions of this chapter. D. Agricultural activities, exclusive of those involving the ownership or possession of animals. E. Snowmobiles regulated by the Code of Iowa. F. Rail and air transportation and public mass transportation vehicles. G. Emergency vehicles, such as fire trucks and ambulances. H. Nonprofessional athletic events. I. Essential services, such as electrical substations and safety devices. J. Construction and maintenance activities between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. “Maintenance activities” are non-routine operations, temporary in nature, and conducted infrequently. K. Cement sawing of freshly poured concrete street, alley, sidewalk, or road surface. L. Un-amplified, live music, provided that it is sponsored or funded, in whole or in part, by a governmental entity. M. The emission of sound by individuals with the written consent of the City for the purpose of implementing a City-approved deer management plan. 48.07 PROHIBITING THE USE OF MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINE BRAKE. No person shall use an engine brake while operating a motor vehicle except in an emergency situation. 48.08 USE OF SOUND EQUIPMENT FOR COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING PROHIBITED. No sound equipment is permitted to be used on public streets or public places or in any building or upon any premises if the sound will be plainly audible from any public street or public place within the City, when any such use is for commercial advertising purposes or for the purpose of attracting the attention of the public to any building or structure for monetary gain. 48.09 ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT. The Mayor has the following powers: 1. To enter and inspect any private property or place and inspect any report or records at any reasonable time when granted permission by the owner or by some other person with apparent authority to act for the owner or a tenant of the premises. If consent to inspect is withheld, the officer may apply for an administrative search warrant as provided by State and federal law. 2. To require certification by a registered engineer or other qualified person that the performance standards for a proposed use can be met. 48.10 VIOLATION. Violation of this chapter is a municipal infraction or a simple misdemeanor, as the City may elect. CODE OF ORDINANCES, TIFFIN, IOWA - 387 -