FAR Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program (NCP)

In 1987, CLT began implementing the federally-approved FAR Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program (NCP), which seeks to balance the airport's operational needs with the desires of airport neighbors by mitigating the effects of aircraft noise.  The airport is now in the process of updating its program to address changes in the surrounding noise levels while maximizing public involvement and satisfaction.  During the process, the airport has hosted public workshops to provide the community information regarding the existing NCP and discuss land use in the airport area.  Since the inception of the NCP, the airport has spent over $67 million in the local community, which includes home buyout, noise abatement, noise mitigation and rezoning property to uses compatible with the airport.  To date, nearly 1000 homes, 6 churches and 3 schools have been insulated.  Additionally, almost 400 properties in high noise zones, including mobile home parks, have been purchased by the airport.