Can’t we just plant trees/vegetation to help reduce noise levels?
• Vegetation would need to be at least 200 feet wide and 18 feet high to reduce noise levels by 10 dBA. • In most cases, 200 feet of space between the roadway and receptors is not available. • Vegetation/trees can potentially help screen the highway traffic from view. Can I get sound insulation for my house? FHWA only participates in sound insulation of public use or nonprofit institutional structures. IDOT’s policy is established to address exterior areas where frequent human activity occurs. In addition, IDOT is prohibited from spending state money outside of state right-of-way. Therefore, sound insulation of private residences is typically not an abatement option. Why can’t IDOT buy my house? If the project impacts your property to the extent that it is not viable or usable, IDOT may buy your house. However, if the proposed project does not affect the property land use, the purchase of the house on the property is not likely. Why can’t IDOT prohibit trucks along roads or reduce spee
