Quiet hours in Union County, NJ — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Union County defers to municipal noise ordinances. NJDEP Noise Code (N.J.A.C. 7:29) sets statewide standards: 65 dBA daytime, 50 dBA nighttime (10 p.m.–7 a.m.) at residential property lines. NJ is one of few states with a statewide noise code.
New Jersey's NJDEP Noise Code (N.J.A.C. 7:29) establishes statewide decibel limits that apply to all Union County municipalities: 65 dBA continuous sound during daytime and 50 dBA during nighttime (10 p.m.–7 a.m.) measured at residential property lines. Municipalities may adopt stricter limits but may not be more lenient. State disorderly conduct law (N.J.S.A. 2C:33-2) also covers unreasonable noise, up to $500 fine. Each Union County municipality has its own noise control ordinance.
First offense warning or citation. Municipal fines typically $100 to $500. NJ disorderly conduct (N.J.S.A. 2C:33-2): up to $500 fine.
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