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Middlesex, NJ Fence Permit: what you need, forms and fees
- Do you need a permit? Yes.
- Permits in order: Zoning.
- Fee: Call the office.
- Office phone: 732-356-7400 ext. 260.
Free: official forms and an online fill preview. $29 one time per project for clean filled forms plus your full package. Middlesex forms page (opens official site in new tab)
Step by step
- Check zoning rules for your lot before you draw plans.
- Ask the office for its document checklist.
- Fill out the Zoning application (official form linked above).
- Submit your application to Middlesex Borough Code Enforcement & Zoning (732-356-7400 ext. 260).
- Pay the fee the office quotes. Call to confirm the amount.
- Wait for approval. Do not start work until the permit is issued.
- Schedule inspections: Contact the Construction Department, 732.356.7400 x247, construction@middlesexboro-nj.gov. Detailed rules are in the linked PDF (not readable during research).
- Pass the final inspection and keep your approved permit with your house records.
What to bring
Our sources do not list documents for this project. Ask the office for its checklist.
Office
- Name
- Middlesex Borough Code Enforcement & Zoning
- Address
- Unknown (not in our sources)
- Phone
- 732-356-7400 ext. 260
- zoning@middlesexboro-nj.gov
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Last checked October 24, 2026. Official source (opens official site in new tab)
Researched from official Middlesex sources Last checked October 24, 2026. Not yet reviewed line by line by PermitsWise staff.
FAQ
Do I need a permit for a fence in Middlesex?
Yes. A Zoning Permit is required to install or replace a fence. Check setbacks with the Zoning Officer before purchasing.
How much is the fence permit fee in Middlesex?
The fee is not in our sources. Call Middlesex Borough Code Enforcement & Zoning at 732-356-7400 ext. 260.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in Middlesex?
Middlesex Borough Code Enforcement & Zoning. Address: unknown (not in our sources). Phone: 732-356-7400 ext. 260. Email: zoning@middlesexboro-nj.gov.
PermitsWise is an independent service, not affiliated with Middlesex. Confirm details with the office.
Fence scope in New Jersey
The UCC exempts many low fences from a construction permit, so for most homeowners the town's zoning rules on height, location and pool barriers are what matter.
NJ DCA Uniform Construction Code. Local requirements not stated above must be confirmed with the office.