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This section contains general requirements intended to prevent nuisance impacts. Some chapters of this title contain more detailed performance regulations. For example, see Chapter 20.08 EMC (Noise Control).

A. Light and Glare Regulation. Any artificial surface which produces light or glare which annoys, injures, endangers the health or safety of persons, or interferes with the use of property is a violation of this title.

B. Heat Regulation. Heat generated by any activity or operation on the subject property which injures or endangers the health or safety of persons or interferes with the use of abutting property or streets is a violation of this title.

C. Noise Regulation. Noise shall be regulated in accordance with the provisions of the noise regulations in Chapter 20.08 EMC.

D. Odor—Air Emissions. Any odor which injures or endangers the health or safety of persons or interferes with the use of abutting properties or streets is a violation of this title. Emissions to air shall comply with the standards of the State Department of Ecology and the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency. See EMC 19.13.070 regarding alcohol production and coffee roasters.

E. Vibration and Concussion. Except during periods of construction, vibration or concussion resulting from a permitted use on a lot shall not be discernible on other properties without the aid of instruments. (Ord. 3774-20 § 5(U) (Exh. 3), 2020.)