December 11, 2025

Articles for tag: Chelsea noise ordinance

Matt Rosentreter

Chelsea Residents Speak on Recommended Noise Ordinance

Chelsea Residents Speak on Recommended Noise Ordinance

Residents spoke out against the DDA’s recommended noise ordinance during public comment at Chelsea City Council’s June 14 meeting. Chelsea’s DDA recently passed a recommendation to increase the maximum output allowed by businesses. “Sound is measured in decibels, which tells you both the intensity of the sound and what your ear hears in terms of loudness,” ...

Doug Marrin

Chelsea DDA Considers New Noise Ordinance to Balance Business and Residential Needs

Chelsea DDA Considers New Noise Ordinance to Balance Business and Residential Needs

Proposed noise regulations aim to reduce disturbances while supporting downtown events and business growth. Photo by Doug Marrin At the September 19, 2024, meeting of the Chelsea Downtown Development Authority (DDA), discussions centered around a proposed noise ordinance, which when finalized, would be presented to the city council for approval. This ordinance aims to balance ...