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(A) The noise control program established by this ordinance shall be administered by the Department of Development Services. In order to implement and enforce this ordinance, the director of the Development Services will appoint a noise control officer who shall have, in addition to any other authority vested, the power to:

(1) Upon presentation of proper credentials, enter and inspect any private property or place, and inspect any report or records at any reasonable time when granted permission by the owner, or by some other person with apparent authority to act for the owner. When permission is refused or cannot be obtained, a search warrant may be obtained from a court of competent jurisdiction upon showing of probable cause to believe that a violation of this ordinance may exist.

Such inspection may include administration of any necessary tests.

(2) In consonance with subparagraph (a) (1) preceding; Sections 6.18.130 and 6.18.140; other provisions of this ordinance and the city prosecutor, investigate and pursue possible violations of this ordinance.

(3) Prepare recommendations, to be approved by the Governing Body for the designation of noise-sensitive zones which contain noise-sensitive activities. Existing quiet zones shall be considered noise-sensitive zones until otherwise designated. Noise-sensitive activities include, but are not limited to, operations of schools, libraries open to the public, churches, hospitals, and nursing homes. (Ord. 00-89 § 2, 2000; Ord. 87-30 § 26, 1987; Ord. 85-13 § 1, 1985.)