Thornton vs Westminster
How do industrial noise rules compare between Thornton, CO and Westminster, CO?
Thornton and Westminster have similar restriction levels.
Thornton, CO
Adams County
Colorado fixes industrial noise ceilings at 80 decibels daytime and 75 decibels nighttime statewide under the Noise Abatement Act, with stricter local rules permitted but state minimums universal.
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Adams County
Colorado fixes industrial noise ceilings at 80 decibels daytime and 75 decibels nighttime statewide under the Noise Abatement Act, with stricter local rules permitted but state minimums universal.
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| Fact | Thornton | Westminster |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial day limit | 80 dB(A) | 80 dB(A) |
| Industrial night limit | 75 dB(A) | 75 dB(A) |
| Light industrial day | 70 dB(A) | 70 dB(A) |
| Short-term allowance | +10 dB(A) up to 15 min/hr | +10 dB(A) up to 15 min/hr |
| Statute | C.R.S. 25-12-103 | C.R.S. 25-12-103 |
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Thornton FAQ
How loud can a Colorado factory be?
Industrial zone sources may reach 80 dB(A) during the day and 75 dB(A) at night, measured 25 feet from the property line, under C.R.S. 25-12-103.
Are short noise spikes allowed?
Yes. Industrial sources may exceed limits by up to 10 dB(A) for cumulative periods not exceeding 15 minutes in any hour, per the Noise Abatement Act.
Westminster FAQ
How loud can a Colorado factory be?
Industrial zone sources may reach 80 dB(A) during the day and 75 dB(A) at night, measured 25 feet from the property line, under C.R.S. 25-12-103.
Are short noise spikes allowed?
Yes. Industrial sources may exceed limits by up to 10 dB(A) for cumulative periods not exceeding 15 minutes in any hour, per the Noise Abatement Act.
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