Fence height limits set by East Orange zoning code (Land Use Ordinance, Ch. 51). Standard NJ zoning: 4 ft front yard, 6 ft side/rear yards. Permits required for all fence installations.
East Orange zoning code regulates fence heights by yard location. Rear and side yard fences are typically limited to 6 feet. Front yard fences are limited to 4 feet. Corner lots have visibility triangle requirements at intersections. Retaining walls with fences have combined height calculated. Taller fences require a variance from the zoning board of adjustment. NJ Municipal Land Use Law (N.J.S.A. 40:55D-1 et seq.) grants municipalities zoning authority over fences.
Code enforcement notice with correction period. Remove or modify non-compliant fence. Fines $100 to $500 if not corrected.
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