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Accessory Structures in Monroe Township (Middlesex County), NJ (2026)

1 verified accessory structures rules for Monroe Township (Middlesex County), New Jersey, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Shed & Carport Rules

In Monroe Township, Middlesex County, a detached shed or other accessory building stays out of the front yard and sits at least eight feet from side and rear lot lines. Storage sheds under 100 square feet of floor area can sit three feet from those lines. Section 108-5.6 also caps yard coverage and height.

Monroe Township (Middlesex County) Shed and Accessory Building Rules

Some Restrictions

Monroe Township Code (Middlesex County) § 108-5.6

§ 108-5.6. Accessory buildings. Unless otherwise specified in this chapter, accessory buildings shall conform to the following regulations as to their locations on the lot: A. An accessory building attached to a principal building shall comply in all respects with the yard requirements of this chapter for the principal building. Detached accessory buildings shall be located in other than a fron...