A letter writer explained they moved to Harbour Chines to get away from the urban noise, but it hasn't worked out.
The Editor:
Re: Letter: Why the airplane noise over Coquitlam bothers me (Nov. 5, 2023)
The air traffic noise has increased substantially since the flight pattern changes came into affect in 2023.
We moved to Harbour Chines to get away from highways and urban noise and have carefully selected our house locations over the decades.
Now, it appears we live in Richmond.
We were told the sound level of the planes would be similar to human conversations or refrigerator noise, that it is not the case.
If I am outside with people and a plane comes over we have to stop talking until it’s gone to be heard.
Also, the low frequency of the plane noise penetrates inside our house even with the windows (high quality double glaze glass) and doors shut.
By the way, I can barely even hear my refrigerator.
Re: More jet airplanes could soon fly over Coquitlam neighbourhoods. Will they be noisy? (Jan. 11, 2023)
"Modelling provided by NAV CANADA show noise levels from the new flight paths could be between 55 and 60 decibels in some areas.
"Noise at 70 decibels or higher is considered damaging to hearing over a prolonged period of time. Levels around 55 decibels is the equivalent of refrigerator noise, while 60 decibels is similar to the sound of someone having a conversation."
If this change becomes permanent, we may consider building a six-plex on our single family lot, selling then moving to a small town somewhere.
- Chuck Beymer, Coquitlam
