As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
FENCE
An artificially constructed barrier of any material or combination
of materials erected to enclose, screen, or separate areas. A fence
shall include all gates. Fences shall be considered as being incidental
structures to a principal permitted use or to a principal permitted
structure or principal permitted building and are permitted in all
zones in accordance with the criteria set forth in this chapter.
RETAINING WALL
An artificially constructed structure of any material or
combination of materials constructed between lands of different elevations
to effect a sudden grade change, stabilize the surfaces, prevent erosion
and/or protect structures. A retaining wall creating a change of grade
less than 48 inches at the maximum differential (top of wall to bottom
of wall) is not considered to be a structure.
Design standards for fencing shall be as follows:
A. The finished face of the fence must face the abutting property, except:
(1) Where the fence encloses an outdoor recreational facility.
(2) Where the fence is in a residential zone and where the fence abuts
a commercial or industrial property. See Exhibit.
B. Fence posts may be six inches higher than the fence.
C. Fence installation shall not adversely affect drainage.
D. Fences shall be constructed out of material customarily used for
fence construction.
E. Fences or barriers surrounding swimming pools shall be consistent
with the currently adopted Building Codes in the State of New Jersey.
Waivers of minor deviations of this section may be granted through the site plan waiver process as found in §
126-137. No escrow fee is required. Waivers may be granted for such circumstances such as, but not limited to, an extension of a fence to abut a neighbor's existing fence installed along a property line.