FAR Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program (NCP) FAR Part 150 Update
• The Airport is currently updating the FAR Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program, a federally-funded program that focuses on balancing the Airport's operational needs and its impact on the surrounding community. The purpose of the FAR Part 150 is to produce updated noise contour maps, review existing program measures, make appropriate adjustments and determine if additional measures are needed for the program.
• The Airport has contracted with industry consultant, Andrew S. Harris, Inc. to complete the program update. Elements of the program include noise exposure maps, existing contours, future contours, noise compatibility plan, noise abatement measures, noise mitigation measures and land use measures.
• Three Public Meetings on the FAR Part 150 Noise Compatibility Program have been held at the Steele Creek Presbyterian Church. The first meeting was held December 16; approximately 55 people and staff members attended. The second was held on February 24, with approximately 80 people in attendance. The third and last Public Meeting was held on July 8th, 2009. Approximately 110 community residents attended. The next meeting will be the Public Hearing which is not scheduled yet, but will be held sometime this Fall.
• All three meetings included brief presentations by Aviation Department staff and study consultants. Members of the public were allowed to ask questions and submit written comments.
• Additional meetings are scheduled. Upon completion of a series of public meetings, the program will be submitted to the FAA for approval.
Upcoming Meeting Schedule:
TBD
History of the 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.
