Fence permits are required in Jersey City under the Uniform Construction Code (Chapter 131). An official property survey must accompany the permit application. Zoning approval from the Division of Zoning is required. All applications must be submitted through the Jersey City Online Permitting Portal.
Under Chapter 131 (Uniform Construction Code) and Chapter 345 (Zoning), fence construction in Jersey City requires both a zoning approval and a construction permit. Applicants must submit an official property survey confirming property boundaries. All permit applications must be submitted through the Jersey City Online Permitting and Licensing Portal (the Division of Zoning does not take in-person applications). The Division of Zoning is at 1 Jackson Square, 2nd Floor, (201) 547-4832. Neighbors whose property adjoins the fence location should typically be notified prior to installation. Permits are not required for fence repair of existing legal fences.
Installing a fence without a permit: zoning violation, stop-work order, mandatory removal, and fines.
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