Quiet Hours: Irvington vs Newark
How do quiet hours rules compare between Irvington, NJ and Newark, NJ?
Irvington has fewer restrictions than Newark.
Irvington, NJ
Essex County
Irvington Ch. 397 (Noise) prohibits any loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise that annoys, disturbs, or endangers the comfort, repose, health, peace, or safety of others in the Township at any time.
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Essex County
Newark Ch. 20:3 (Noise Control) sets residential decibel limits: 65 dB daytime (7 a.m.–10 p.m.) and 50 dB nighttime (10 p.m.–7 a.m.). Loud music/parties after 10 p.m. prohibited.
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| Fact | Irvington | Newark |
|---|---|---|
| Code | Ch. 397 (Noise) | Ch. 20:3 (Noise Control) |
| Standard | Loud/unnecessary noise prohibited always | - |
| Sound Devices | Audible beyond carrier's range — prohibited | - |
| Enforcement | Township Police / Code Enforcement | - |
| Daytime Limit | - | 65 dB (7 a.m.–10 p.m.) |
| Nighttime Limit | - | 50 dB (10 p.m.–7 a.m.) |
| Fine | - | $100/$250/$500 escalating |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Irvington FAQ
What are the quiet hours in Irvington?
Irvington Ch. 397 (Noise) prohibits any loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise that annoys, disturbs, or endangers the comfort, repose, health, peace, or safety of others in the Township at any time.
What happens if I violate the noise ordinance in Irvington?
Code: Ch. 397 (Noise). Standard: Loud/unnecessary noise prohibited always. Sound Devices: Audible beyond carrier's range — prohibited. Enforcement: Township Police / Code Enforcement.
Newark FAQ
What are the quiet hours in Newark?
Newark Ch. 20:3 (Noise Control) sets residential decibel limits: 65 dB daytime (7 a.m.–10 p.m.) and 50 dB nighttime (10 p.m.–7 a.m.). Loud music/parties after 10 p.m. prohibited.
What happens if I violate the noise ordinance in Newark?
Code: Ch. 20:3 (Noise Control). Daytime Limit: 65 dB (7 a.m.–10 p.m.). Nighttime Limit: 50 dB (10 p.m.–7 a.m.). Fine: $100/$250/$500 escalating.
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