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Hanover Township (Whippany,Cedar Knolls), NJ Fence Installation Guide

Morris County, New Jersey, Zipcode: 07927

General Information for Fence Installation in Hanover Township (Whippany,Cedar Knolls), NJ

When preparing for a fence installation project in Hanover Township, Morris County, NJ (including Whippany and Cedar Knolls) you will need to be in agreement with the Township’s fence codes and acquire a zoning permit through the zoning office.

The Township requires that you send the following information to the Zoning office:
1) A copy of your property survey with the location of the fence lines (marked in red) to demonstrate the desired location for the fence. 
2) Provide an explanation of the fence style and type. This can be done by either writing it out or providing a detailed brochure.

The Zoning officer will determine if your desired project is within the bounds of the town fence code.
If the fence is 6 ft high or lower the Zoning officer may issue zoning approval. 
Call the Zoning office to verify this info as well as any fees that are required to apply.

An additional permit may be required if the fence in enclosing a pool or for a commercial property. You can discuss any question you may have by contacting the Zoning Official. 

Hanover Township (Whippany,Cedar Knolls), NJ

Hanover Township (Whippany,Cedar Knolls), NJ - Fence Installation Information

Resources and Instructions for Fence Install Projects

FENCE ZONING PERMIT APPLICATION

Contact the provided number for the Zoning department of Township of Hanover (inc. Whippany and Cedar Knolls) to acquire an application.

FENCE CODES AND ORDINANCES

Some of the Hanover Fence Requirements (inc. Whippany and Cedar Knolls)
  • Fences enclosing swimming pools MUST comply with NJ 2006 IRC codes.
  • Must be minimum of 48” inches high.
  • Must have gate(s) that are self-closing & self-latching.
  • Access gates MUST open outward away from pool area.
  • Release mechanism on gate shall be min. of 54” inches from bottom of gate.

MUST provide a copy of most recent survey indicating proposed location and type of fence, i.e.: 6’ foot stockade, 48” inch chain link. (973) 428-2462 8:30AM – 4:30PM, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. Official Fence Codes Official Fence Codes

BUILDING DEPT ADDRESS & CONTACT

Hanover Township Official Website (Zoning) Township of Hanover (Whippany and Cedar Knolls) Construction/ Building Department P.O. Box 250 1000 Route 10 Whippany, NJ 07981 Construction Code Official/Zoning Officer Phone: (973) 428-2462 /Fax: (973) 515-6696