New Jersey has no statutory fence cost-sharing requirement. Each property owner is responsible for their own fence. NJ common law recognizes the spite fence doctrine.
New Jersey has no statutory fence cost-sharing requirement. Each property owner is responsible for their own fence on their own property. Boundary line disputes should be resolved through property surveys. The spite fence doctrine exists in NJ common law - a fence erected solely to annoy a neighbor may be enjoined as a nuisance. Disputes can be resolved through mediation or the NJ Superior Court. Trees and vegetation along boundary lines follow common law rules regarding overhanging branches.
Civil remedy for spite fence: injunction + damages. Property line encroachment: civil suit. Small claims division for disputes under $5,000.
Linden, NJ
Linden's noise ordinance addresses animal noise as part of general noise disturbance provisions. Dogs running at large are addressed under §5-1.9 (Animal Con...
Linden, NJ
Linden prohibits construction and demolition activity between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays. Weekend construction restricted between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00...
Linden, NJ
Linden Ch. 3, §3-2.5 sets maximum permissible sound levels by receiving property type. NJDEP statewide limits of 65 dBA day / 50 dBA night apply. Domestic po...
Linden, NJ
Linden requires zoning permits for driveways under Ch. 31 §31-5. Driveways are considered impervious coverage subject to stormwater management requirements. ...
Linden, NJ
Linden's zoning code (Ch. 31) regulates accessory parking in residential zones. RV and boat storage typically restricted to rear yards in NJ municipalities. ...
Linden, NJ
Linden prohibits overnight truck parking under Ord. 62-13. Tractor-trailers are prohibited from parking and turning in Memorial Park lots. Residential parkin...
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