The purpose of the Noise Element is to appraise noise levels in the community, prepare noise contours to guide land use decisions, and establish measures that address current and future noise impacts. This element works to ensure that the City limits the exposure of the community to excessive noise levels in noise-sensitive areas and at noise-sensitive times of day.
This Element works in tandem with other elements of the General Plan, such as the Mobility Element, which has policies related to the mitigation of transportation-related noise.