Ask

That the Christchurch City Council change relevant laws and regulations to allow for sound levels adequate for live music, cultural celebrations and festive gatherings. 

There are 3 principal asks 

1. For an average sound level of an entity within a 24 hour period to not be more than 70dB
2. To raise the maximum dB allowed within the Central City to 140 db- the sound level of a hammer pounding a nail
3. If unacceptable to implement rules above for the entire Central City of Christchurch, to create a 2 kilometer buffer where the rules above apply (see map)

Reason for Petition

Dux has lost 12% of its Saturday night revenue and decreased hours of operation due to noise complaints. If further noise control is placed upon bars in the central city area, more bars and areas where noise is able to be made will suffer. 

https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/130774519/live-music-silenced-at-city-bar-after-new-neighbour-complains-about-noise

Closing date for signatures: January 20th 2023