Better Planners Podcast · 2026-01-22 · 40 min
Welcome to another episode from the Better Planners Podcast brought to you by the Oregon Chapter of the American Planning Association. This episode is part 1 of a 2-part series on sounds of cities, both the good and the bad. In this episode we focus on the negative impacts of sounds on cities, especially around noise pollution. What is the definition of noise pollution, who is responsible for creating regulation, and why are certain sounds regulated and others not? We'll also discuss the health impacts sound has on humans and then what inventive ways are cities dealing with noise pollution. Where can planners play a role and what tools already exist out there? Research: Noise Control Act of 1972 Noise pollution: more attention is needed Conducting a Case Study: Brooklyn Bridge Park Integrating soundscape in urban design, planning and landscape Want to be a part of the podcast? Send in an email or voice message! The team behind the upcoming Better Planners podcast wants to hear from you about the real life issues you handle as a planner. What are the honest, gritty, wicked problems you find yourself managing?
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