[Adopted 2-20-2007 by Ord. No. 2007-01]
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
The use or operation of any mechanical exhaust device designed
to aid in the braking, decompression or deceleration of any motor
vehicle which results in excessive, loud, unusual or explosive noise
from such vehicle.
It shall be unlawful for the driver of any motor vehicle to
use or operate or cause to be used or operated at any time and on
any road within the Township of Allamuchy any mechanical exhaust or
decompression device which results in the practice known as "engine-braking."
The provisions of this article shall not apply to engine braking
where necessary for the protection of persons and/or property which
cannot be avoided by application of an alternative braking system.
Noise caused by the application of engine compression brakes, otherwise
known as "engine-braking," which is effectively muffled or if the
application is necessary for the health, safety and welfare of the
community, is exempt from the provisions of this article. Sounds created
by emergency equipment for emergency purposes are also exempt.
The Township is hereby authorized to post at reasonable locations
within the Township signs indicating the prohibition of engine-braking.
