§ 11-107. Exemptions.

The provisions of section 11-106 shall not apply to the following sounds:

(1)

The unamplified human voice.

(2)

Railway locomotives or cars.

(3)

Household or farming tools, appliances and equipment meeting manufacturer's specifications as to sound, if applicable.

(4)

Aircraft and airport activity conducted in accordance with federal laws and regulations.

(5)

Maintenance of public service facilities.

(6)

Law enforcement activities, including training.

(7)

Licensed game hunting activities.

(8)

Authorized target shooting.

(9)

Emergency signals during emergencies.

(10)

Emergency testing between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

(11)

Motor vehicles operating on a public right-of-way subject to Section 316.293, Florida Statutes.

(12)

Refuse collection vehicles not exceeding 86 dBA.

(13)

Operation of any regulated utility.

(14)

Construction activities for which Okaloosa County has issued a development permit, as defined by Section 163.3164, Florida Statutes (1985), provided such activity occurs between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., or produces less than 86 dBA.

(15)

Organized athletic contests.

(Ord. No. 87-33, Art. 2, § 7, 6-23-87)