Englewood vs Paramus
How do amplified music & events rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Paramus, NJ?
Englewood and Paramus have similar restriction levels.
Englewood, NJ
Bergen County
Englewood regulates amplified music using a plainly audible standard, and requires a permit from the Noise Control Officer for sound trucks or amplified political activity.
View full Englewood rules →Paramus, NJ
Bergen County
In Paramus, radios, televisions, instruments, and similar devices may not be plainly audible 50 feet away, and commercial loudspeakers may not be audible 250 feet away under Chapter 309.
View full Paramus rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Englewood | Paramus |
|---|---|---|
| Test standard | Plainly audible | - |
| Bass detection | Sufficient for citation | - |
| Sound truck permit | Required in advance | - |
| Permit issuer | Noise Control Officer | - |
| Personal Audio | - | 50 feet audibility limit |
| Commercial Loudspeaker | - | 250 feet audibility limit |
| Code Chapter | - | Chapter 309 Noise |
| Standard | - | Plainly audible test |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Englewood FAQ
What is the 'plainly audible' standard?
It means a Noise Control Officer can detect the sound, including the rhythmic bass of music, without instruments using normal hearing - that detection alone supports a citation.
Do I need a permit to use a sound truck in Englewood?
Yes. Sound trucks or amplification for political activity require an advance permit from the Noise Control Officer specifying sponsorship, dates, hours, and routes.
Paramus FAQ
How does Paramus measure amplified sound violations?
Paramus uses a plainly audible standard rather than a decibel meter. If a device is clearly heard 50 feet away (or 250 feet for commercial loudspeakers), it is prima facie evidence of a violation.
Do these limits apply during the day too?
Yes. The audibility limits in Chapter 309 apply at all hours, though louder activity is more strictly scrutinized between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. quiet hours.
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