Bergenfield prohibits barbed wire, spines, chipped glass, and similar devices on any fence or retaining wall, and bans canvas or cloth fence materials within the Borough.
The Borough of Bergenfield's land development code restricts fence materials for safety and aesthetic reasons. Barbed wire or other spines, chipped glass, or similar devices are prohibited in conjunction with or as part of any fence or retaining wall constructed or maintained within the Borough. The use of canvas or cloth for fences is also prohibited. These prohibitions apply to all properties regardless of zone, and combine with the requirement that all fences remain safe, sound, and upright.
Installing prohibited materials may result in code enforcement orders, fines, and required removal of nonconforming fence sections.
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