Shed permit rules in Elizabeth, NJ — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Elizabeth requires zoning permits for sheds under Ch. 17.08. Accessory buildings cannot exceed 10% of the principal building's square footage. Must comply with setback requirements in Ch. 17.36.
Elizabeth's Land Development Code requires zoning permits for all accessory structures including sheds (Ch. 17.08). Accessory buildings are limited to 10% of the principal building's square footage (amended by Ord. 5499, 4920, 4646, 4373). Sheds must comply with setback requirements for the applicable zoning district. In R-1 districts, buildings are limited to 3 stories and 38 feet in height.
Unpermitted structure: retroactive permit with penalty. Setback violation: modification or removal. Habitation: immediate correction.
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