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Page 49 19. Noise a) Describe sources, characteristics, duration, quantities, and intensity of noise generated during project construction and operation. Discuss the effect of noise in the vicinity of the project including: i) Existing noise levels/sources in the area ii) Nearby sensitive receptors iii) Conformance to state noise standards iv) Quality of life. Identify measures that will be taken to minimize or mitigate the effects of noise. A noise study was not completed for the preparation of this EAW. Existing noise sources on site consist of noise from agricultural machinery. Offsite, vehicle traffic from Minnesota Highway 101 and U.S. 10 generates noise that may/would affect future residences. Commercial/industrial businesses in the east of the project area also contribute to noise. Nearby sensitive receptors include residences north of the project area and west of the Mississippi River. Project construction will result in a temporary increase in noise levels. The different phases of development will result in varying noise levels depending on the amount of construction that occurs simultaneously, the time of operation, and the distance between construction equipment and receptors. For example, grading will require heavy machinery. Development would adhere to the City code (Chapter 30 Section 30-962), which does not permit construction activities (all excavation, grading, and filling operations) except between the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm Monday through Saturday (2). The project is expected to minimize disturbances caused by construction noise and conform to Minnesota noise rule and standards (Minnesota State Statue 7030.0030). Construction equipment will be properly muffled and maintained in working order. The development will consist of residential homes and commercial space that are not expected to emit noise levels exceeding state noise standards and is aligned with the planned future land uses. To mitigate noise from U.S. 10 for future residents, a berm with vegetation is planned between the homes and U.S. 10. The project is not expected to generate noise that will affect the quality of life for nearby residents despite anticipated local noise volume/quantity to increase after development.