Galloway Township, NJ Fence Regulations: Material Restrictions (2026)
Key Facts
- Barbed/concertina wire
- Prohibited (residential)
- Allowed exceptions
- Agricultural, government, utility
- Permitted materials
- Wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain-link
- Height cap
- 6 feet
- Reviewer
- Zoning Officer
Summary
Galloway Township bars concertina and barbed-wire fences in residential use, allowing them only for agricultural, governmental, or public-utility purposes. Most standard residential materials (wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain-link) are permitted within the height and setback rules.
Concertina or barbed wire fences are not permitted except as part of an agricultural or governmental use and public utilities.
(e) Electrical fences used for agricultural purposes must post warnings at least every 100 feet on the fence, where the public could have access to such fence. The minimum required height for electrical fences is two feet above grade. In accordance with the "recommended guidelines for home animal agriculture in residential areas" as published by Rutgers University, electric fences may be used for interior partition fences, but not for exterior fences.
(12) Small wind energy systems and solar energy systems in accordance with the standards in Subsection H below. [Added 4-22-2008 by Ord. No. 1754 ]
(13) Home professional office in accordance with the standards in Subsection I , below. [Added 6-25-2013 by Ord. No. 1873 ]
F. Space, bulk, area and yard requirements.
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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4814540; v36 updated 2026-03-10; through 03-10-2026).
Full Breakdown
Under Chapter 233, concertina or barbed wire fences are not permitted except as part of an agricultural or governmental use and public utilities. This keeps hazardous, industrial-style fencing off ordinary residential lots. Common residential materials such as wood board, vinyl/PVC, aluminum, and chain-link are allowed provided the fence stays within the six-foot height limit, honors the 20-foot front setback, shows its finished side outward, and does not obstruct a corner sight triangle. Electrified fencing is likewise treated as inappropriate for residential zones. The Zoning Officer reviews material and design at permit stage.
Violations & Fines
A prohibited barbed-wire or concertina fence in a residential zone is a Chapter 233 violation subject to a removal order and municipal-court penalties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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