As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
ENGINE BRAKING
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 street within the Borough of Montvale any mechanical exhaust or
decompression device which results in the practice known as "engine
braking."
The following are exempt from the provision of this chapter:
A. Noise caused by the application of engine braking which is effectively
muffled.
B. Engine braking where the application is necessary for the health,
safety and welfare of the public.
C. Noise created by emergency equipment or vehicles for emergency purposes.
The Borough is hereby authorized to post signs at reasonable
locations within the Borough indicating the prohibition of engine
braking.
Violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be punishable as provided in Chapter
1, General Provisions, Article
I, General Penalty.