Approved Materials: Edison vs Perth Amboy
How do approved materials rules compare between Edison, NJ and Perth Amboy, NJ?
Edison, NJ
Middlesex County
Chapter 37 prohibits any fence made of materials dangerous to persons or animals - barbed wire, electrified wire, and razor wire are not permitted in residential zones. Standard residential materials include wood, vinyl, PVC, chain link, aluminum, and decorative wrought iron.
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Middlesex County
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Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Edison | Perth Amboy |
|---|---|---|
| Code | Edison Code Ch. 37 (Zoning) + Ch. 17 (Housing) | - |
| Prohibited - Residential | Barbed wire, electric wire, razor wire | - |
| Industrial Zones | Barbed/razor wire allowed atop fence (security) | - |
| Permitted Materials | Wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum, wrought iron | - |
| Maintenance | Required by Ch. 17 (property maintenance) | - |
| Hazard Standard | No sharp projections facing public sidewalk | - |
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Edison FAQ
Can I put barbed wire on top of my Edison residential fence?
No. Chapter 37 prohibits fence materials dangerous to persons or animals in residential zones, and the Zoning Officer applies that to bar barbed, electrified, and razor wire. The prohibition is lifted only in the I-1 and I-2 industrial zones where such materials may be used atop security fencing.
Is chain-link allowed in Edison front yards?
Yes, subject to the 4-foot front-yard height cap in Chapter 37. The chain-link must be installed with the smooth knuckled selvage at the top (raw twisted ends pointing up are treated as a hazard), and any privacy slats must keep the fence within the front-yard height limit.
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