A. If the measurements of sound are made with a sound level meter, it shall be an instrument in good operating condition meeting the requirements for a Type I or Type II instrument, as delineated in American National Standards Institute Specifications (ANSI) Section 1.4-2014.

B. Sound measurements shall be taken using the guidance of Chapter 173-58 WAC, Sound Level Measurement Procedures, and using any additional methods recognized as best practice by the noise industry.

C. Any sound measurements performed by a third party may be considered by the noise administrator, provided they are in accordance with this section and performed by an individual trained to operate Type I and Type II sound level meters. (Ord. 3509-16 § 13, 2016; Ord. 534-78 § 8, 1978.)