Many cities have decibel limit ordinances, and that would seem to be the most neutral approach.  Having said that, I do think that quality of life especially in a residential neighborhood is a compelling interest (and I say this completely distinct from any RLUIPA issue).  The difficulty is in finding the best neutral approaches to serve such an end. 

On a side note: I spent a summer in Maastricht, and there the church bells chimed every hour.  I never became accustomed to it, and could not wait to leave.  If the 5xday prayer calls are loud enough to be heard through one's windows, I feel sorry for the residents who must be subjected to it. 

Marci



How about an ordnance that prohibited noise above 65 dba (or any other
number) at the property line? Generally applicable and can be measured
irrespective of content.
I think Glendora CA had a similar ordnance.

Alan



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