Allenhurst, NJ Zoning Ordinance

[Ord. 6/26/79 § 509; Ord. No. 90-03 § 1; Ord. No. 96-13 § I]

An application for a permit shall provide documentation that the intended use will comply with the performance standards enumerated below. In the case of a structure being built where the future use is not known, a construction permit may be issued with the condition that no certificate of occupancy will be issued until such time as this documentation is submitted with respect to the particular occupant.

Drainage. No stormwater or natural drainage which originates on the property or water generated by the activity, e.g., air conditioners, swimming pools, shall be diverted across property lines unless transported in an approved or existing drainage system.

Electrical and/or Electronic Radiation Control. All electrical or electronic devices located within the boundaries of a dwelling unit; manufacturing industrial or commercial building; medical clinic; or professional office, shall be subject to the provisions of Public Law 90-602, 90th Congress HR 10790, dated October 18, 1968, entitled "An Act for the Protection of Public Health and Safety from the Dangers of Electronic Product Radiation." Radiation products, as defined in DHEW Publication No. (FDA) 75-8003, shall be so limited and controlled so that no measurable energy can be recorded at any point beyond the property boundaries. Applicant shall, upon request, produce certified data wherein measurements made in accordance with the procedure and standards set forth in the DHEW Publication No. (FDA)75-8003 adequately demonstrate compliance to the minimum standards established by the Act. All other forms of electromagnetic radiation lying between 100Hz and 100KHz shall be restricted to the technical limits established in the Federal Communication Commission's Rules and Regulations.

Glare. No use shall produce a strong, dazzling light or reflection of a strong, dazzling light or glare beyond its lot lines. Exterior lighting shall be shielded, buffered and directed so that glare, direct light or reflection will not become a nuisance to adjoining properties, adjoining dwelling units, adjoining districts or streets.

Heat. No use shall produce heat perceptible beyond its lot lines.

Noise. Noise levels shall be designed and operated in accordance with local regulations and those rules established by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection as they are adopted and amended.

Odor. Odors shall not be discernible at the lot lines or beyond.

Storage and Waste Disposal. No materials or wastes shall be deposited upon a lot in such form or manner that they may be transferred off the lot by natural causes or forces, nor shall any substance be deposited which can contaminate an underground aquifer or otherwise render such underground aquifer undesirable as a source of water supply or recreation, or which will destroy aquatic life. All materials or wastes which might cause fumes or dust or which constitute a fire hazard or which may be edible or otherwise attractive to rodents or insects shall be enclosed in appropriate containers adequate to eliminate such hazards.

Ventilation. No use shall obstruct the natural ventilation of adjacent uses nor contaminate the air with excessive heat or odor. Further, no air conditioners or exhaust fans shall be permitted to discharge exhausted air unless set back from all property lines ten (10) feet and equipped with baffles to deflect the discharged air away from the adjacent use.

Vibration. There shall be no vibration which is discernible to the human sense of feeling beyond the immediate lot.

Recyclable Materials Storage. Materials designated in the Borough of Allenhurst Recycling Ordinance (Regulations concerning recycling are contained in Chapter XVI Solid Waste Management.) shall be separated from other solid waste by the generator and a storage area for recyclable material shall be provided as follows:

For each subdivision application for fifty (50) or more single family units, the applicant shall provide a storage area of at least twelve (12) square feet within each dwelling unit to accommodate a four (4) week accumulation of mandated recyclables (including but not limited to: newspaper, glass bottles, aluminum cans, tin and bimetal cans). The storage area may be located in the laundry room, garage, basement or kitchen.

For each subdivision application for twenty-five (25) or more multifamily units, the applicant shall provide a storage area of at least three (3) square feet within each dwelling unit to accommodate a one (1) week accumulation of mandated recyclables (including but not limited to: newspaper, glass bottles, aluminum cans, tin and bimetal cans). The storage area may be located in the laundry room, garage, or kitchen. At least one (1) or more common storage areas must be provided at convenient locations within the development.

For each site plan application for commercial and industrial developments that utilize one thousand (1,000) square feet or more of land, the applicant shall provide the municipal agency with estimates of the quantity of mandated recyclable materials (including but not limited to newspaper, glass bottles, aluminum cans, tin and bimetal cans, high grade paper, and corrugated cardboard) that will be generated by the development during each week. A separate storage area must be provided to accommodate a one (1) to four (4) weeks accumulation of recyclable material. The municipal agency may require the location of one (1) or more common storage areas at convenient locations within the development.

Exterior security shutters and solid interior security shutters are prohibited on all buildings in the commercial and business districts.