Politics & Government
Stamford To Increase Fines For Noise Violations
Following approval from the Stamford Board of Representatives, the city will significantly increase the fines for noise violations.
STAMFORD, CT — Stamford will soon increase fines for violating the city's noise ordinance from $90 per incident to $250 per hour. The Board of Representatives unanimously approved the change on the consent agenda last week.
Additionally, the Stamford Police Department can now enforce the noise ordinance. It was previously enforced by health inspectors.
According to News 12 Connecticut, Eric Morson (D-13), deputy majority leader of the Board of Reps., said there was a specific concern with the South End of Stamford where residents were able to hear late-night noise from restaurants and bars.
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The Stamford Advocate reported that city officials felt $90 did not deter businesses from exceeding noise level standards.
The use of leaf blowers is covered elsewhere, News 12 pointed out. The changes are expected to go into effect in a week or so.
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