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Englewood vs Fort Lee

How do industrial noise rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Fort Lee, NJ?

Englewood and Fort Lee have similar restriction levels.

Englewood, NJ

Bergen County

Some Restrictions

Englewood Chapter 286 caps impulsive industrial sound at 80 decibels at the receiving property line and treats repeated impulses as continuous sound subject to Tables I and II.

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Fort Lee, NJ

Bergen County

Some Restrictions

Industrial and commercial sources in Fort Lee must meet NJ DEP decibel limits at property lines and obtain noise permits for high-impact equipment.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactEnglewoodFort Lee
Impulse capBelow 80 dB at property line-
Repeated impulse rule4+/hour treated as continuous-
Measurement standardN.J.A.C. 7:29-
Limits located inTables I and II-
Daytime Limit-65 dBA
Nighttime Limit-50 dBA
Authority-NJ DEP and borough
Measurement Point-Receiving property line
Standard-N.J.A.C. 7:29

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Englewood FAQ

What is the impulsive sound limit for industrial sites?

Impulsive sound occurring less than four times per hour must stay below 80 decibels measured at the receiving real property line.

How are industrial noise measurements taken?

The Noise Control Officer measures sound at the real property line using procedures set forth at N.J.A.C. 7:29, comparing readings to Chapter 286 Tables I and II.

Fort Lee FAQ

What decibel limit applies to commercial HVAC in Fort Lee?

Commercial stationary sources must not exceed 65 dBA daytime and 50 dBA nighttime at the receiving residential property line under N.J.A.C. 7:29 and the borough code.

Who measures industrial noise in Fort Lee?

A state-certified noise control officer takes calibrated measurements at the receiving property line. The borough may contract with a regional officer when complaints require a formal decibel reading.

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