5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Union County, New Jersey.
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Home occupations are regulated by individual municipal zoning codes in Union County under the NJ MLUL (N.J.S.A. 40:55D-1). Typical rules: no outside employees, no external signage, incidental to residential use.
Home occupations in Union County municipalities are generally prohibited from displaying external signage. No visible evidence of business activity is permitted in residential zones under NJ MLUL conventions.
Home occupation rules in Union County municipalities typically limit customer traffic to maintain residential character. Off-street parking requirements must be met. Specific limits vary by municipality.
NJ Cottage Food Operator Permit (N.J.A.C. 8:24-11) allows home-based baked goods sales up to $50,000/year. Elizabeth and Union County defer to state rules. Direct-to-consumer sales only.
N.J.A.C. 8:24-11.1 (Cottage Food Operator Rules)
§ 8:24-11.1 Requirement and procedure to obtain a Cottage Food Operator Permit (a) A person or entity that engages in the production, distribution, and/or sale of food to consumers shall: 1. Have a Cottage Food Operator Permit; or 2. Comply with applicable laws to retail food establishments. (b) A person seeking to obtain a Cottage Food Operator Permit shall submit to the Public Health and Food...
NJ Family Day Care Sponsor Organization registration (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-16) required for 3–5 children. Up to 5 unrelated children allowed in Union County residential zones with state registration.
3 cities in Union County have their own home business rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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