Above-ground pools in Hoboken are subject to the same Chapter 196 and NJ UCC requirements as in-ground pools. Pools over 3 feet deep or 15 feet long require a 6-foot fence. Must be in rear yard only. Given Hoboken's tiny urban lots, above-ground pools are extremely limited.
Chapter 196 (Zoning) treats above-ground pools the same as in-ground pools for fencing and placement purposes. An above-ground pool deeper than 3 feet or 15 feet in length requires a 6-foot fence barrier. The pool must be placed in the rear yard only. NJ UCC (N.J.A.C. 5:23) requires permits for pools deeper than 24 inches regardless of type. Hoboken's typical urban rowhouse lots are extremely small, making above-ground pools impractical in most cases. Contact the Construction Code Office at (201) 420-2000 before installation.
Above-ground pool without permit or fencing: stop-work/removal order. Improper placement: mandatory removal.
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