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Home Business in Cherry Hill, NJ: What Residents Actually Need to Know

By CityRuleLookup Editorial Team

If you live in Cherry Hill or are thinking about moving there, home business are one of those things you probably won't think about until they affect you directly. Cherry Hill has 3 specific rules on the books covering different aspects of home business, and some of them might surprise you.

Signage Rules

Section 517 of the Zoning Code regulates all signs; home occupations in residential zones are generally limited to a single small identification sign or none at all under §40-431.B.

Key details: Code: Cherry Hill Zoning §517. Permit: Required for every sign. Residential Limit: Small nameplate only.

Unpermitted signs are subject to removal and zoning violation fines.

Client Visits

Home occupations under §40-431.B may not generate customer or client traffic that disrupts the residential character of the neighborhood, including no exterior evidence of business and limits on visitors.

Key details: Code: Cherry Hill Twp. Code §40-431.B. Customer Visits: Strictly limited. Exterior Activity: Not permitted.

Cited as a zoning violation; can be required to cease operations.

Home Occupation Permits

Home occupations are permitted accessory uses in Cherry Hill residential zones R-1, R-2, and R-3, subject to compliance with §40-431.B of the Zoning Ordinance. A Zoning Permit is required before operation.

Key details: Code: Cherry Hill Twp. Code §40-431.B. Allowed Zones: R-1, R-2, R-3. Contact: Community Development (856) 488-7870.

Operating a home business without a zoning permit is a violation; corrective action and fines may follow.

The Bottom Line

Cherry Hill's home business rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Cherry Hill is broadly strict or permissive.

Keep in mind that Cherry Hill can amend these rules at any council meeting. For the most current version of any rule mentioned here, check the specific ordinance page, where we track updates as they happen.