Sound Management Best Practice Guide
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Managing sound is crucial for maintaining a harmonious relationship with your neighbors while providing an excellent experience for your patrons. Our Sound Management Best Practice guide aims to help businesses avoid noise complaints and enhance the quality of all types of amplified sound. Explore effective strategies to improve the sound experience in your establishment while staying compliant with local noise regulations.
Who Should Use This Guide?
• Venue Owners & Managers
• Bar & Restaurant Owners
• DJs and Performers
• Sound Engineers
Key Highlights
• Noise Control Strategies: Implement practical measures to minimize sound leaking outside your venue and reduce noise complaints.
• Sound Quality Optimization: Learn how to set up your sound system for clarity and balance, ensuring patrons enjoy a high-quality auditory experience.
• Compliance with Local Laws: Understand the regulations surrounding sound levels in nightlife areas and avoid costly fines or complaints.
Additional Resources
NIOSH sound level app
Apply for Live Entertainment Permits
If you have any questions or need further assistance in managing sound at your venue, reach out to the Office of Nighttime Economy at nighttime@nola.gov.
Business Hurricane Prepardness Checklist
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This checklist is designed to help business prepare for storms in a clear, step-by-step manner. It provides a series of actions to take before, during, and after a storm, organized by the time frame in relation to the storm’s arrival. By following these checklists, you can ensure that your safety measures are in place well in advance and that you’re prepared for any emergencies that may arise. Each section includes blank lines so you can customize the checklists to meet the needs of your business.
City of New Orleans Nightlife Safety Resource Guide
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Good Parking Practices
Practicing safe parking is essential to keeping our nighttime (and daytime!) economy rolling smoothly. By following New Orleans parking rules, you will not only avoid tickets or being towed, but you will also ensure that emergency service vehicles are able to get where they need to go and local businesses are looked after.
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For more information about New Orleans parking rules and regulations, visit www.nola.gov/find-parking-rules.