Conductor: Paul Ekkerman, R&D, Team Uitstootvrije Mobiliteit.
Noise monitoring report Knip Weesperstraat
Amsterdam is investigating the possibilities to make the city greener and quieter. The “Knip Weesperstraat” took place between June 12 and July 23, during which the Weesperstraat was closed to through car traffic by means of barriers between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m. As a result, traffic had to be diverted.
During these 6 weeks, the effects of a temporary closure of Weesperstraat were examined
on traffic, safety and the quality of life in the surrounding areas. In the period before and during the temporary closure of the Weesperstraat, ambient noise was measured to map the acoustic effects of the “Knip Weesperstraat”. To this end, the noise values have been mapped at 10 different measuring points in the area along the existing and alternative route. The measurement results are described in this report.