Aircraft noise federally preempted by FAA. Staten Island sits under EWR (Newark) and JFK approach paths. Complaints to Port Authority; no NYC ordinance authority.
Federal Aviation Act preempts local aircraft noise regulation (49 USC 40103). Staten Island, particularly the South Shore and Mid-Island, lies under Newark Liberty (EWR) southerly approach corridors and occasional JFK/LGA traffic. Port Authority of NY and NJ operates noise offices for EWR and JFK. NYC cannot cite aircraft operators. Residents may file complaints via Port Authority noise hotlines or the PANYNJ WebTrak system.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
See how Richmond County's aircraft noise rules stack up against other locations.
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