Rhode Island S2276 repeals laws on unreasonable noise levels and allows cities and towns to set noise control standards.

Rhode Island S2276 repeals the provisions of chapter 45.1 of title 11, regarding unreasonable noise levels. The bill allows cities and towns to establish by ordinance standards for the control of noise originating within the municipality. These standards can include setting maximum permissible sound levels, establishing use districts for noise regulation, and providing criteria for granting sound variances. The bill also allows for penalties for violations and enforcement by the police department or city or town solicitor. The act takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island S2276 repeals laws on unreasonable noise levels and allows cities and towns to set noise control standards.

Rhode Island S2276 repeals the provisions of chapter 45.1 of title 11, regarding unreasonable noise levels. The bill allows cities and towns to establish by ordinance standards for the control of noise originating within the municipality. These standards can include setting maximum permissible sound levels, establishing use districts for noise regulation, and providing criteria for granting sound variances. The bill also allows for penalties for violations and enforcement by the police department or city or town solicitor. The act takes effect upon passage.