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Iron County broadens noise code to ban engine braking in posted municipal approaches
Summary
The commission adopted Ordinance 2026-12 to amend nuisance rules and define 'dynamic braking device' (engine/jake brake), prohibit engine braking in posted approach corridors at any hour, and allow criminal citations for violations in posted areas.
On May 26 the Iron County Commission adopted Ordinance 2026-12, amending Title 8, Chapter 8.20 of the county code to add a definition for "dynamic braking device" (commonly called a "jake brake" or engine brake) and to designate posted municipal approaches and corridors as restricted areas where use of such devices is prohibited except to avoid imminent danger.
The ordinance expands prima facie noise criteria and clarifies enforcement methods, including administrative nuisance abatement and criminal infractions for violations in posted areas. Commissioner Michael Bleak said Newcastle raised concerns about excessive engine‑brake noise affecting neighborhoods and businesses. The ordinance removes the prior time limitation (10 p.m. to 7 a.m.) for posted approach corridors and makes the prohibition applicable at any hour in those posted areas.
Commissioner Bleak moved to adopt the amendment and Chair Robinson seconded; vote recorded as Bleak, Aye; Paul Cozzens, Absent; Robinson, Aye. The ordinance becomes effective upon publication as required by law.
What to expect: Posted signage will identify restricted dynamic‑braking corridors; enforcement may include administrative abatement or criminal citation for violations in posted areas.
