TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senator Jim Whelan that creates a blanket exemption for beach bars within the Atlantic City Tourism (ACT) district from the restrictions of the “Noise Control Act of 1971” and other local noise control ordinances has been signed into law.
“Since casinos began operating beach bars on the shoreline of Atlantic City, they have become a staple that attracts tourists and provides entertainment – all without disruption to the surrounding neighborhoods,” said Senator Whelan, D-Atlantic. “With the enactment of this law, we have leveled the playing field for all casinos to construct beach bars no matter when they are built. This law gives casinos the freedom to establish these beach-front bars that will attract new customers and strengthen the tourism and gaming industry in Atlantic City, without having to conform to noise control laws, which frankly aren’t necessary for the area in which these beach bars are located.”