Aircraft noise in Westerville is preempted by federal FAA regulations under 49 USC 40103; the city cannot regulate flight operations. Proximity to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Ohio State University Airport (OSU) creates occasional overflight noise, with complaints routed to the FAA.
Federal law preempts local regulation of aircraft in flight. Westerville sits roughly 10 miles north of John Glenn Columbus International (CMH) and near Ohio State University Airport (OSU) in Columbus. Residents experiencing overflight noise can file complaints with the Columbus Regional Airport Authority noise office or directly with the FAA. Ground operations at private airstrips would be regulated under local zoning but none exist within Westerville city limits.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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