Buda City Council approved an ordinance amendment that will make it easier and clearer for businesses to feature consistent live music. The change, made at a Dec. 16 meeting, also protects residents through decibel limits and enforceable hours.
The context
Under the previous ordinance, live music required a special use permit, or SUP. These permits are intended for short-term events and construction, cost $3,000 and take staff approximately three months to review, Adam McKee, city of Buda development project manager, said during the meeting.
The temporary permits were not meant for nightly music, and the decibel and hour limits were not designed for entertainment purposes.
