NEWS

We wanted to share more detailed information about the modification that will be installed at The Clemow to reduce sound levels in the surrounding community.

A variable frequency drive (VFD) controller has been ordered and will be installed on the building’s cooling towers.

KTS Properties is moving forward with a solution to reduce noise from the air conditioning unit at The Clemow.

After consulting with engineers and sound specialists, we have ordered a modification to the unit to reduce the level of noise it emits.

Earlier this week, we met with city bylaw officials at The Clemow to discuss potential options for sound abatement.

While our property continues to operate within all required compliance standards, we understand the importance of addressing community concerns and want to ensure we remain a good neighbour.

We want to thank Glebe residents for continuing to share their feedback and concerns regarding noise levels near The Clemow.

In response to community concerns, both the City of Ottawa’s bylaw office and an independent sound consultant have now completed their assessments.

Gradient Wind Engineering (Gradient Wind) has been retained by KTS Properties to provide an acoustic on‐site certification letter for their residential development located at 275 Carling Avenue, known as The Clemow.

Gradient Wind previously prepared the Traffic Noise Study dated January 31, 2018, and the Stationary Noise Study dated May 24, 2023, for this project.

As part of our ongoing commitment to address community concerns about an increase in noise near The Clemow, an Ottawa bylaw officer visited the area earlier today.

The officer assessed a nearby property where a resident reported increased noise since The Clemow’s cooling system began running.

We are aware of the ongoing concerns raised by residents about an increase in noise in the residential area near The Clemow.