Residents in Santa Coloma de Farners have installed a sound meter in Plaça del Firal to document excessive noise from local bar and restaurant terraces. The group claims that 80% of the public square is occupied by these establishments.
The residents have lodged complaints and formal grievances with the local council and the Síndic de Greuges (Ombudsman) for several months. Their main concern is the noise pollution generated by the activity in the square. The newly installed sound meter measures noise levels, with data available for public viewing online.
Demands for Action
The group is urging the council to stop issuing any new permits for terrace occupation in the square. They also want a full evaluation of current activity in the public space, according to local reports. This action follows a period of ongoing frustration over the impact on their daily lives.
