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   "title": "Construction Noise Bylaw No. 6063, 1992",
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   "summary": "Restricts construction noise to permitted daytime hours and sets maximum noise levels for construction activities.",
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   "title": "Noise Bylaw No. 6520, 1999",
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   "title": "Train Whistle Bylaw No. 7698, 2005",
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