Rules for ZIP Code 07017
East Orange, NJ Β· Essex County
133 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 07017 is governed by the city of East Orange, NJ, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from East Orange's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
Each topic below links to the full ordinance breakdown with specific code sections, fine amounts, and answers to common questions. Each page quotes the official code section and links to its source.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 07017 based on East Orange ordinances.
Sign Regulations
4 rules- Political SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Garage Sale SignsSignificant
- Window SignsSome
Outdoor Lighting
3 rulesEnvironmental Rules
4 rules- Erosion ControlSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesTree Protection
2 rulesLandscaping Rules
3 rules- Tree TrimmingSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Weed OrdinancesSome
Invasive Plant Rules
1 rule- Prohibited SpeciesSignificant
Special Events & Permits
5 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
6 rules- Adult EntertainmentHeavy
- Tattoo & Body ModificationHeavy
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
Data Centers & Crypto Mining
1 ruleNoise from Specific Sources
4 rulesBuilding Safety
8 rules- Green Building CodeSome
- Building PermitsSome
- Elevator MaintenanceSome
- Childcare Center RulesSignificant
- Door Locking HardwareSome
Fire Regulations
3 rules- Outdoor BurningHeavy
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- FireworksHeavy
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 ruleZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 rule- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
Solar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Animal Ordinances
5 rules- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- Cat RulesSome
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome
Fence Regulations
3 rulesCurfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewSome
Noise Ordinances
4 rules- Barking DogsSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSignificant
- Decibel LimitsSome
Property Maintenance
3 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSignificant
- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Vending ZonesSignificant
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Dispensary ZoningSome
- Buffer ZonesSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rulesHome Business
4 rulesRental Inspections
2 rules- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
- Tenant Complaint ProcessSome
Parking Rules
9 rulesPrivacy & Surveillance
1 ruleLocal Taxes & Fees
1 rule- Vacancy TaxSignificant
Accessory Structures
2 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSignificant
Code Violation Reporting
3 rules- Common ViolationsSome
- Response TimesSome
- How to ReportLight
Rental Property Rules
4 rules- Repairs & HabitabilitySignificant
- Rental RegistrationSome
- Rent ControlSignificant
- Rent Increase NoticeSome
Short-Term Rentals
9 rules- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSome
- Night CapsSome
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Noise RulesSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rulesPublic Conduct
7 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Public UrinationHeavy
- Public Alcohol UseHeavy
- Public Marijuana UseSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleFilming & Production
2 rules- Production NoiseSome
- Location PermitsSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- Bike Lane RulesSome
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome