Project Number:

2706

Lowe's - Canton, CT

SERVICE:

Noise Consulting Services

DESCRIPTION:

A developer for a proposed Lowe's store in Canton, CT needed a sound study, acoustical modeling, and mitigation to ensure that the sound from the store would comply with local guidelines.

Tech conducted baseline sound level monitoring at locations along the property lines abutting the nearby residential areas. The nighttime Leq, Lmax and L90 sound levels at different locations were established for the existing condition. Acoustic modeling with a sophisticated 3-D noise model was performed for the proposed Lowe's store and Garden Center. Tech predicted the maximum sound levels from mechanical rooftop equipment, trash compactors, emergency generator, Garden Center speaker and lumber pad unloading area at the nearest residential property lines and inhabited dwellings around the site. Future sound levels were compared to the CT DEP Noise Regulation limits for residential and commercial areas. A noise mitigation plan was proposed and modeled in order to demonstrate compliance. Tech followed up the study with a presentation at a Chamber of Commerce meeting.

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Key Points

  • A developer for a proposed Lowe's store in Canton, CT required sound consulting services to ensure that the store would comply with local guidelines.
  • Tech conducted sound level monitoring and acoustic modeling, and provided expert presentation services in support of the project.