Fort Lee restricts fence heights to four feet in front yards and six feet in side and rear yards across residential districts to preserve sight lines and neighborhood character.
Under the Borough's zoning code administered through eCode360, fences in residential zones may not exceed four feet when located in front yards or within required front setbacks. Side and rear yard fences are typically capped at six feet. Corner lots have additional sight triangle restrictions to protect traffic visibility. Pool barriers and tennis court enclosures may follow separate height standards. Measurement is taken from finished grade to the highest point of the fence, excluding decorative post caps under a defined size.
Violations may result in municipal court summonses, fines per Borough penalty schedules, and orders to lower or remove non-conforming fencing.
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