Under NJSA 13:1E-99.126, New Jersey banned single-use plastic carryout bags and single-use paper bags at large grocery stores effective May 2022, the strongest such law nationally.
The Get Past Plastic Act, codified at NJSA 13:1E-99.126 et seq., prohibits stores and food service businesses from providing single-use plastic carryout bags. Grocery stores larger than 2,500 square feet additionally cannot provide single-use paper carryout bags. The law took effect May 4, 2022, after a phased implementation. Reusable bags meeting durability and material standards remain available for sale. The Department of Environmental Protection administers enforcement, and local code enforcement officials investigate violations. The Act preempts inconsistent municipal ordinances but allows stricter local rules adopted before its effective date to remain.
First offense receives a written warning; second offense up to $1,000; third and subsequent violations up to $5,000 per day per location, assessed by DEP.
Perth Amboy, NJ
Perth Amboy prohibits loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise that disturbs others under Chapter 304 (Noise). Residential quiet hours are enforced by Code Enforc...
Perth Amboy, NJ
Aircraft noise is regulated by federal law (FAA). Perth Amboy has no local aircraft noise ordinance.
Perth Amboy, NJ
Construction noise in Perth Amboy is restricted under Chapter 304. Work is generally limited to daytime hours on weekdays.
Perth Amboy, NJ
Persistent barking that disturbs neighbors is prohibited under Perth Amboy's noise ordinance and animal control regulations.
Perth Amboy, NJ
RV and recreational vehicle parking on Perth Amboy streets is restricted. Dense urban conditions limit long-term on-street storage of large vehicles.
Perth Amboy, NJ
Abandoned vehicles in Perth Amboy are subject to towing and impoundment under local ordinance and state law.
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