Plainfield requires zoning permits for driveways under Ch. 17. Impervious coverage subject to stormwater management requirements. Stormwater shall not be discharged into community sanitary sewers.
Vehicles in Plainfield must not block public sidewalks. Parking on unpaved front yard surfaces is typically prohibited under local zoning. Vehicles must be on approved hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt, pavers). Driveway widening requires permits for both the driveway and curb cut from the municipality. Inoperable or unregistered vehicles may not be stored in driveways per property maintenance codes. NJ’s smaller lot sizes make driveway regulations particularly impactful.
Sidewalk blocking: parking citation $30 to $100. Unpaved parking: code enforcement notice. Unpermitted curb cut: $100 to $500.
Plainfield, NJ
Plainfield's animal ordinance (Ch. 5) prohibits permitting any dog or animal to annoy or injure any person or animal, or to run at large. Dogs must be on a l...
Plainfield, NJ
Plainfield prohibits construction noise on Sundays entirely and weekdays between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. within 1,000 feet of any dwelling or business. Emerg...
Plainfield, NJ
Plainfield's noise ordinance (Ch. 5, Offenses Against Public Peace and Order) prohibits unreasonable noise that disturbs the peace. NJDEP statewide limits of...
Plainfield, NJ
Plainfield requires a zoning permit for all fence installation. Fences are not considered accessory structures under Ch. 17 §17:9. Pool barrier fences must b...
Plainfield, NJ
Plainfield requires a Development Permit (Zoning Permit) from the Zoning Officer for all fence installation. Application required before replacing or placing...
Plainfield, NJ
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 ...
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