Grow facilities are large energy intensive factories that rely on industrial HVAC systems and artificial lights

As plants grow they transpire, adding humidity into the air

The lights add heat

Co2 is used to help plants grow

Industrial HVAC facilities are needed to create an optimal growing environment and maintain safe levels of Co2 for humans.

The 518 facility plan to use 31 units (13 air handling units and 18 condensing units) which will emit approximately 50 decibels of low frequency sound 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

The chart below shows the expected sound levels taken from the GMNJ application from four location compared to allowed limits.

The expected sounds are based on manufacturer data which likely assumes that all units are running in optimal new condition.

Note that the Residential Limit is 50 decibels. These limits are set by the state. West Amwell has no specific limits.

The closest residence on the South Side is less than 50 feet away and will be subjected to these sounds 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, except when the generator is running Then they will be higher!

Imagine moving into a quiet residential neighborhood with a church across the street that holds services on Sundays and then being subjected to this sound. Those houses are in a residential zone.

There are NO BUFFER ZONES in the zoning which means that you don't need to live in a permitted zone to be affected. Small facilities are even allowed in Residential areas.