East Brunswick, NJ Filming & Production: Production Noise (2026)

The noise standard in Chapter 101 is a conduct rule, not a measured one. Section 101-5A requires the holder of a permit to conduct filming so as to minimize the inconvenience or discomfort to adjoining property owners attributable to the filming, and to the extent practicable abate noise and park vehicles associated with filming off the public streets. No decibel limit appears anywhere in the chapter.

Hours are set at the application stage. Under § 101-4C(1), every application, whether on public or private lands, must contain proposed dates and times between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. for the filming.

The Township Council's findings in § 101-1A explain the rule: filming involves large numbers of crew members and actors, equipment, trailers and motor vehicles, and has the potential to disrupt the peace and quiet of residential neighborhoods.

The permit itself is the enforcement lever. The Township Business Administrator can refuse a permit under § 101-6A, after reviewing the application and a report from the Police Department and other involved agencies, when filming at the location or time would unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of adjoining properties. A § 101-8 waiver request weighs whether the shoot is indoors or outdoors, day or night, and the extent to which filming affects adjoining and nearby property owners and occupants. Under § 101-5B, businesses, merchants or residents directly involved or affected receive written notice at least three days before the requested shooting date and can file objections with the Municipal Clerk, which form part of the application and are considered in its review. The Fire Prevention Bureau and other Township inspectors can inspect the site and equipment under § 101-9.