Aircraft noise in Illinois is governed exclusively by federal aviation law, leaving cities and the state without authority to regulate flight operations or in-flight sound.
Under the Federal Aviation Act (49 U.S.C. 40103) and the Airline Deregulation Act, the FAA holds exclusive authority over navigable airspace, flight paths, altitudes, and aircraft noise emissions. The Illinois Aeronautics Act (620 ILCS 5) recognizes federal supremacy and the Illinois Pollution Control Board's noise rules at 35 Ill. Adm. Code 901 do not apply to aircraft in flight. Municipalities cannot impose decibel limits, curfews, or routing rules on aircraft. Limited authority remains with airport proprietors subject to FAA approval under the Airport Noise and Capacity Act (49 U.S.C. 47521).
Local ordinances attempting to regulate in-flight aircraft noise are unenforceable and may be enjoined in federal court. Residents must use FAA Part 150 studies or airport proprietor complaint channels.
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Bolingbrook, IL
Overnight on-street parking is generally not permitted in Bolingbrook for safety, snow removal, and street maintenance reasons. Residents in multi-family or ...
Bolingbrook, IL
Bolingbrook allows RV and boat parking on residential properties with restrictions. Vehicles must be registered and in operable condition. Vehicles must not ...
Bolingbrook, IL
Bolingbrook requires driveways to be concrete or asphalt. Decorative rock or gravel is not an acceptable driveway extension. Blocking sidewalks or fire hydra...
Bolingbrook, IL
It is illegal to park or store commercial vehicles in residential or commercial areas not designed for such use in Bolingbrook. The Village's zoning ordinanc...
Bolingbrook, IL
Bolingbrook requires a permit for all fence projects. The fee is $40. Applicants must submit a plat of survey with the proposed fence drawn on it. If the hom...
Bolingbrook, IL
Bolingbrook allows fences up to 4 feet in front yards and 6 feet in side and rear yards. Corner lot side yards follow front yard rules unless the fence is se...
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