Industrial and commercial noise in unincorporated Sarasota County is capped by Sec. 54-118's Table I dBA sound-level limits, which vary by zoning district and by daytime versus nighttime, measured at the generating property's line.
The county's sound-control ordinance applies to all activities, including industrial and commercial operations, unless specifically exempted. Table I sets maximum dBA limits by zoning district and time of day, measured at the property line with an ANSI Type II meter. Continuous daytime sound is generally capped at 75 dBA. Government capital-project construction is exempt at all times, and refuse collection is exempt 6:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Larger industrial uses are also controlled through the county's Unified Development Code zoning standards.
Warning first; a fine up to $500, up to 60 days jail, or both for uncorrected or repeat violations.
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