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Permits You need a zoning permit and the following types of construction permits, depending on the nature of your project: Electrical: May be required if electric service cannot be provided without the use of an extension cord. Plumbing: Required if the pool will have a gas heating device or is in ground. Building: Required if...

Permits For a shed or detached garage project of any size, you need a zoning permit. You need a construction permit if: Area of the structure exceeds 200 square feet Structure is greater than 10 feet in height Structure has any utilities A fine (up to $2,000) may be issued to any person performing work...

If you want to put up a fence in Somerville, here’s what you need to know. Do I need a permit? You must get a zoning permit for any new fence. Putting up a fence without a permit could mean a fine up to $2,000. Fences 4 feet or lower do not need a permit....

Permits For a deck project of any size, you need: Zoning permit Construction permit A fine (up to $2,000) may be issued to any person performing work without the necessary permits. Rules and requirements Decks are not permitted in the front yard The area of the deck, when added to the existing improvement coverage on...

About the Mayor and Council The Council consists of 6 members. The Mayor serves as the chair of the Council meeting and is the 7th member of the Governing Body. The Mayor’s roles and responsibilities are defined by Borough Ordinance. The Borough has ordinances that also define the role of the Borough Council. Meeting schedule...

The Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment have requirements identified in the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law (MLUL), N.J.S.A. 40:55D et. seq. This law provides the procedures in which New Jersey land use proceedings shall take place. All approvals and denials are subject to challenge, therefore following the procedure is vital to the...