Acoustic Standards
Legally enforceable noise limits and setback requirements for the SA1 data center facility
The proposed SA1 data center is subject to strict, legally enforceable acoustic standards embedded in the draft zoning ordinance. These are not voluntary commitments — they are binding conditions of approval that the developer must meet before and after construction.
Noise Limits
Maximum permitted sound levels at residential property lines
Maximum permitted sound level at residential property lines during daytime hours
Stricter nighttime limit to protect residents during sleep hours
What Do These Numbers Mean?
Decibels (dBA) measure sound pressure on a human-weighted scale. Here is how the SA1 limits compare to everyday sounds:
Whisper, quiet library, rustling leaves
Quiet residential area at night
SA1 nighttime limit — quiet suburb, soft background music
SA1 daytime limit — moderate rainfall, quiet office
Normal conversation, air conditioning unit at 100 ft
Busy restaurant, vacuum cleaner