Perth Amboy allows fences up to 4 feet in front yards and 6 feet in side and rear yards in residential zones under Chapter 430 (Zoning and Land Development).
Under Chapter 430 of the Perth Amboy Zoning and Land Development Code, residential fence height limits are: front yard — maximum 4 feet; side and rear yards — maximum 6 feet. In industrial zones, fences in side and rear yards may be up to 8 feet. Corner lot fences in the R-25 Zone may be 6 feet provided they are set back behind the building setback line. Fences may be placed on the property line if well maintained.
Code enforcement notice with correction period. Remove or modify non-compliant fence. Fines $100 to $500 if not corrected.
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Perth Amboy prohibits loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise that disturbs others under Chapter 304 (Noise). Residential quiet hours are enforced by Code Enforc...
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Aircraft noise is regulated by federal law (FAA). Perth Amboy has no local aircraft noise ordinance.
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Construction noise in Perth Amboy is restricted under Chapter 304. Work is generally limited to daytime hours on weekdays.
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Persistent barking that disturbs neighbors is prohibited under Perth Amboy's noise ordinance and animal control regulations.
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RV and recreational vehicle parking on Perth Amboy streets is restricted. Dense urban conditions limit long-term on-street storage of large vehicles.
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Abandoned vehicles in Perth Amboy are subject to towing and impoundment under local ordinance and state law.
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