Most cities don’t have a strategy for managing entertainment-related sound and instead rely on outdated, one-size fits all sound ordinances and ineffective practices. Our influential book details eight key principles for developing an effective and comprehensive approach to entertainment-related sound management to support a vibrant and sustainable nighttime economy

Rich nightlife culture, arts, and music, and a strong sense of community make cities vibrant and great places where people want to live, and makes our lives in those cities nourishing and fulfilling. Ensuring that the nighttime economy can thrive in cities takes proactive planning and policies. Our paper provides insights into how planning policies can allow and encourage vibrant nightlife