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Sounds caused by the following are exempt from the provisions of BC 5.15.030 and are in addition to the exemptions specifically set forth in that section.

A. Motor vehicles on highways or premises open to the public; provided, that the prohibition in BC 5.15.030(H) continues to apply.

B. Repairs of utility structures which pose a clear and immediate danger to life, health or significant loss of property.

C. Sirens, whistles, or bells lawfully used by emergency vehicles, or alarm systems used to signal an emergency, provided the prohibition under BC 5.15.030(K) continues to apply.

D. The emission of sound for the purpose of alerting individuals to the existence of an emergency or the emission of sound in the performance of emergency work.

E. Repairs or excavations of bridges, streets or highways by or on the behalf of the City, State, or Federal government, between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., when public welfare and convenience renders it impractical to perform the work between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

F. Reasonable activities conducted on school playgrounds and public or private school grounds, which are conducted in accordance with the manner in which such spaces are generally used, including but not limited to school athletic and school entertainment events.

G. Outdoor gatherings, public dances, shows, and sporting events, and other similar outdoor events; provided, that a special event permit has been obtained from the City beforehand. [BC 5.15.035, added by Ordinance No. 4679, 3/1/16]