How To Get a Fence Permit In Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Wondering how to get a fence permit in Bloomfield, New Jersey? This post will answer all of your questions quickly with just the right amount of detail.

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What Type Of Permit Do You Need For a Fence In Bloomfield?

If you want to install a fence on your property in Bloomfield, NJ, you need a zoning permit. 

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Zoning permits are super easy to fill out. In Bloomfield, there is a $40.00 nonrefundable application fee.

Zoning permits are also required for:

  • Decks
  • Sheds
  • Driveways
  • Walkways
  • Patios
  • Porches
  • Hot tub/spas
  • Condensors
  • Generators
  • Detached garages
  • Additions
  • Temporary use structures
  • New principal structures

The only type of fence that needs a different type of permit in Bloomfield is a pool fence. If you want to install a fence that encloses your pool or spa, you will need a construction permit.

How To Fill Out The Zoning Application

In this post, we’re only covering regular fences that don’t enclose pools or spas.

Bloomfield makes it really easy by having their application online. 

Download Bloomfield Zoning Application

The Bloomfield zoning application is really simple to fill out. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you if need it!

Property Information

First you have to fill out the property information. Bloomfield asks for your lot, block, and zone. If you’re not sure, don’t guess! You can find a lot of this information online or in your paperwork from when you purchased the house. The town should be able to help you as well. you will also need to put the address of the worksite.

The last part of this section requires you to indicate whether or not your property is in a historic district in Bloomfield, NJ.

Applicant Information

The next section is all about you (or whoever is filling out the permit application!)

Include your name, personal full mailing address, phone number, and email. 

All of this contact information is necessary for submitting a fence permit in Bloomfield!

Work Description

The next section is a big, white box. 

This is where you’ll describe your proposed fence. Try to use as much detail as possible and include the following: 

  • Fence height
  • Fence length
  • Fence material 
  • Gates
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What Else Do You Need?

Along with your completed permit application, you will also have to submit two others things:

  1. A Highlighted Copy Of Your Property Survey
  2. A $40 Check Payable To the Township of Bloomfield

The zoning permit fee for installing a fence in Bloomfield is $40.

Once you have everything together, you can either drop off (fastest) or mail in your application, highlighted land survey, and $40 check to:

Township of Bloomfield
1 Municipal Plaza
Room 105
Bloomfield, NJ 07003

What Happens Next?

 

Once you’ve submitted your materials, Bloomfield’s Zoning Office will review everything. As long as everything looks good, you or your fence installer will get an email with the approved copy.

Once you receive confirmation that your zoning permit is approved, you can install your fence!

Install A Fence In Bloomfield, New Jersey

Are you looking to install a fence at your property in Bloomfield, New Jersey? The Good Fence People of Artistic Fence have been installing wood, vinyl/PVC, aluminum, and chain link fences in Bloomfield and Montclair areas since the 1980’s!

Give us a call or fill out the form below to set up a free estimate appointment with Chris or another one of our friendly sales representatives that serve the Bloomfield area.

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