Taipei Dome vibration complaints prompt city demand for improvement plan

Taipei's Department of Sports has formally requested that Farglory Dome construct a concrete plan by June 1 to address escalating complaints from nearby residents regarding vibrations caused by events at the Taipei Dome. The issue has surfaced following recent concerts featuring international artists, including South Korean star PSY and Japanese rock band ONE OK ROCK, as well as post-baseball game activities.

Residents living near the massive stadium have reported experiencing unsettling vibrations, not only within the venue itself but also extending to their homes. These disturbances have prompted calls for the city government to intervene and find solutions to mitigate the impact on the surrounding community. The city's sports department acknowledged the concerns and has instructed Farglory and event organizers to pay close attention to on-site conditions and make necessary adjustments.

In response to the complaints, the Department of Sports has issued a directive to Farglory Dome, demanding a review and proposal for improvements by the deadline. Moving forward, the city plans to incorporate the nature and performance style of event groups into the review process for future venue bookings. This aims to proactively prevent vibrations that could cause unease in neighboring communities. Furthermore, the city is exploring incentives, such as prioritizing future event slots, for organizers who are willing to adjust their performances or schedules to minimize disruption.

While Farglory Group had not responded by the time of publication, the Department of Sports clarified that there is currently no unified national standard for vibration monitoring. For currently scheduled events, organizers will be required to actively promote audience behavior that reduces impact, such as encouraging clapping over jumping. The city will begin accepting applications for venue bookings for the latter half of next year in July.