Fort Lee establishes minimum front, side, and rear setbacks that vary by zoning district, with denser standards downtown and larger yards in single-family residential zones.
Setbacks govern how far buildings must sit from property lines and are detailed in the Fort Lee zoning ordinance. Single-family residential districts typically require front setbacks of 25 to 30 feet, side yards of around 8 to 12 feet, and rear yards of 25 feet or more. Multi-family and mixed-use districts have reduced setbacks and may allow zero-lot-line construction near the Hudson Lights and Town Center developments. Bulk standards interact with height, lot coverage, and floor area ratio to shape buildings.
Encroachments require variances from the Zoning Board of Adjustment, may halt construction, and can lead to required removal of non-conforming portions.
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