Noise Rules: Irvington vs Newark
How do noise rules rules compare between Irvington, NJ and Newark, NJ?
Irvington and Newark have similar restriction levels.
Irvington, NJ
Essex County
Irvington Township Code Chapter 510 (Short-Term Rentals, adopted 5-22-2023) prohibits any rental under 30 days outside licensed hotels and motels. Because legal STRs do not exist, no STR-specific noise rule exists. Chapter 397 (Noise) caps sound at 65 dBA from 8am-8pm and 50 dBA from 8pm-8am at the point of complaint.
View full Irvington rules →Newark, NJ
Essex County
Newark STR operators must comply with Ch. 20:3 noise limits (65 dB day / 50 dB night). Two or more police calls to an STR within 2 years can result in permit revocation under Ch. 18:14.
View full Newark rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Irvington | Newark |
|---|---|---|
| STR Status | Prohibited under 30 days (Ch. 510, adopted 5-22-2023) | - |
| Day Limit | 65 dBA, 8am-8pm (Ch. 397) | - |
| Night Limit | 50 dBA, 8pm-8am (Ch. 397) | - |
| STR Penalty | Up to $1,000 per day | - |
| Code Enforcement | (973) 399-6602 | - |
| Noise Code | - | Ch. 20:3 (65 dB day / 50 dB night) |
| STR Code | - | Ch. 18:14 (host responsible for guests) |
| Police Call Limit | - | 2 calls in 2 years risks permit loss |
| Quiet Hours | - | 10 p.m.–7 a.m. (nighttime standard) |
| Fines | - | $100–$500 per noise violation |
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Irvington FAQ
Can I run an Airbnb in Irvington Township?
No. Chapter 510 (adopted May 22, 2023) and Chapter 467 both prohibit any residential rental under 30 days, except by duly licensed hotels and motels. Advertising, soliciting, or accepting payment for sub-30-day stays is a separate violation.
What noise limits apply to lawful long-term tenants in Irvington?
Chapter 397 (Noise) caps sound at 65 dBA between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. and 50 dBA between 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., measured at the point of annoyance. Confirm enforcement details with Irvington Code Enforcement at (973) 399-6602.
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