Plainfield (Ch. 5) requires all dogs on a leash no more than 3 feet long on public property. Dogs may not run at large or annoy any person or animal. Tethering limited to 6 hours/day, max 2 hours per interval. Fines $250–$1,000.
Under Plainfield's animal control ordinance (Ch. 5), no person owning or having custody of a dog may permit it to run at large on any public street or property unless on a leash of sufficient strength not more than 3 feet. Tethering to houses, trees, fences, etc. is limited to no more than 6 hours in 24 hours with a max of 2 hours per interval. Dogs and cats must be licensed through the Division of Health. Rabies vaccination required. Fines: $250–$1,000 per occurrence.
$250–$1,000 per occurrence.
Plainfield, NJ
Plainfield's animal ordinance (Ch. 5) prohibits permitting any dog or animal to annoy or injure any person or animal, or to run at large. Dogs must be on a l...
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Plainfield prohibits construction noise on Sundays entirely and weekdays between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. within 1,000 feet of any dwelling or business. Emerg...
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Plainfield's noise ordinance (Ch. 5, Offenses Against Public Peace and Order) prohibits unreasonable noise that disturbs the peace. NJDEP statewide limits of...
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Plainfield's zoning code (Ch. 17) regulates vehicle storage in residential zones. Off-street parking lots may not be used as thoroughfares. Contact the Zonin...
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Plainfield requires zoning permits for driveways under Ch. 17. Impervious coverage subject to stormwater management requirements. Stormwater shall not be dis...
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Plainfield regulates parking under Ch. 7 (Vehicles and Traffic). City-owned downtown lots prohibit parking 2:00 a.m.–6:00 a.m. Street parking subject to post...
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