6716 however, due to the proximity of some residential properties on adjacent streets, Public Works is seeking a Noise By-Law Exemption in order to:

The proposed nighttime works will involve the reconstruction of the road and associated infrastructure within the right-of-way and will involve the use of the following noise producing machinery:

The control of construction noise from this project requires that the Contractor maintain equipment in a good operating condition that prevents unnecessary noise (e.g. machinery must be kept in good working order, and no excessive idling of equipment will be permitted). A notification area for the by-law exemption is illustrated in Appendix A.

Risk Analysis:


Risk Description

Impacted Objective(s)
Risk Level
Mitigating Strategy / Status

Responsibility
        To minimize noise nuisance from construction activities to adjacent businesses and  
        private properties, private construction firms working under contract for the City will  

Noise will exceed generally acceptable nighttime levels

Consideration community

of

Low
be required to minimize the idling of construction vehicles, maintain equipment in good working order, and apply standard noise mitigation measures. If construction noise
City / General Contractor
        complaints arise during construction, they will be investigated by City staff in an  
        attempt to mitigate the concerns and reach a resolve to the complaint.