Chapter 46.12
ENGINE COMPRESSION BRAKES

Sections:

46.12.010    Definitions.

46.12.020    Prohibition – Exception.

46.12.030    Violation – Penalty.

46.12.040    Posting of signs.

46.12.010 Definitions.

“Unmuffled engine compression brake” means a motor vehicle brake which is activated or worked by the compression of the engine of a motor vehicle, and which is not effectively muffled to prevent excessive noise. (Ord. O2004-164 § 1)

46.12.020 Prohibition – Exception.

The application of unmuffled engine compression brakes in the City of Sammamish is prohibited, except when necessary for the protection of persons and/or property which cannot be avoided by application of an alternative braking system. Noise caused by the application of engine compression brakes which is effectively muffled or if the application is necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of the City is exempt from the provisions of this chapter. Sounds created by emergency equipment for emergency work are also exempt. (Ord. O2004-164 § 1)

46.12.030 Violation – Penalty.

Violation of this chapter shall constitute a traffic infraction, and shall be punished by a penalty of $250.00 per violation. (Ord. O2004-164 § 1)

46.12.040 Posting of signs.

The City engineer shall post, at reasonable locations upon the boundaries of the City, signs indicating “Unmuffled Compression Brakes Prohibited,” or substantially similar wording. The City engineer shall have authority to post signs pursuant to this chapter on roads within the City limits in response to reasonable requests from the community or the City council. (Ord. O2004-164 § 1)