Industrial and commercial noise in Yonkers is capped at 65 dB(A) measured at the commercial receptor property line at any hour under Chapter 66.
Chapter 66 applies distinct standards by receptor type. Commercial/industrial receptors have a 24-hour 65 dB(A) cap. When an industrial source is measured at a residential receptor, the stricter 60 dB(A) day / 50 dB(A) night limits apply. Persistent violations trigger inspection by the Department of Housing and Buildings.
Class II violation; fines $250-$5,000 per offense; stop-work orders possible for persistent industrial violators.
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