Basking Ridge (Bernards Township) Fence Installations

Fence Codes and Ordinances

[Ord. #585, § 504B; Ord. #1087]

a. Fences and walls may be in the front yard, provided that they shall not exceed four feet in height measured from the ground level and shall be constructed so that at least 50% thereof is open, unless such walls or fences are approved as part of a dwelling unit design located within the multifamily development area of a PRD application. In the E-1 Zone only, a fence located in a front yard may exceed four feet in height, provided that the lot (or contiguous lots under common ownership comprising the tract) contains a minimum of 130 acres within the E-1 Zone, the fence does not exceed eight feet in height, the fence is constructed for security purposes in conjunction with a guardhouse or guardhouses. the fence is no closer than 350 feet to the North Maple Avenue right-of-way, the fence is no closer than 200 feet to the Madisonville Road right-of-way, the fence is no closer than 10 feet to any property line that does not coincide with a street right-of-way, the fence is approved by the Board as part of a site plan application, and the fence otherwise complies with the requirements of this subsection. When seeking approval for such a fence, an applicant shall demonstrate to the Board that the fence shall have minimal visual impact on surrounding properties due to the use of unobtrusive fence materials, such as dark colored open mesh, and appropriate landscaping. In addition, a fence along North Maple Avenue shall be located as far from the street as reasonably possible and shall be screened by existing and/or proposed berms and landscaping.

[Ord. #1429, 5-29-2001, amended; Ord. #1530, 3-12-2002, amended]

b. Fences and walls located in any side or rear yard shall not exceed six feet in height measured from the ground level. In the E-1 Zone only, a fence located in a side or rear yard may exceed six feet in height, provided that the lot (or contiguous lots under common ownership comprising the tract) contains a minimum of 130 acres within the E-1 Zone, the fence does not exceed eight feet in height, the fence is constructed for security purposes in connection with a guard house or guard houses, the fence is no closer than 10 feet to any property line, the fence is approved by the Board as part of a site plan application, and the fence otherwise complies with the requirements of this subsection. When seeking approval for such a fence, an applicant shall demonstrate to the Board that the fence shall have minimal visual impact on surrounding properties due to the use of unobtrusive fence materials, such as dark colored open mesh, and appropriate landscaping.

[Ord. #1530, 3-12-2002, amended]

c. All fences or walls shall be symmetrical in appearance; shall have posts or columns separated by identical distances; shall consist of material conforming to a definite pattern or size; and shall be constructed so that a finished side faces outward away from the property on which it is constructed.

d. No fence or wall shall be constructed of any material harmful to humans or animals. Electrically charged fences are permitted to be constructed on private property as long as each of the following conditions are met:

1. All electrical equipment used in the fence shall carry the label of Underwriter’s Laboratories or the Industrial Commission of Wisconsin.

2. The fence and all equipment and accessories for the fence shall be installed and operated according to the manufacturer’s specifications and (to the extent applicable) according to the National Electrical Code and applicable state regulations.

3. The fence shall comply with all other requirements of Township ordinances governing fences, including construction permit requirements where applicable, provided that in the event of any conflict between this paragraph and any other ordinance the more stringent requirement shall apply.

e. No fence or wall shall be erected along a property line without a construction permit, and no portion of a fence or wall shall be located within six inches of any property line. In considering applications for the erection of a fence or wall, the Construction Code Enforcement Official may require a survey showing the proposed location of the fence or wall with respect to the existing property lines.

Fences Installed in Basking Ridge (Bernards Township)

Square Spindle Picket – Cedar Wood Fence

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48″ Custom Concave Square Spindle Picket Double Drive Gate – Cedar Wood Fence, installed by Academy Fence Company, in Basking Ridge, Bernards Township, NJ. We design and make wood fence to order. This custom wood gate is 100% cedar.

Wire Mesh Deer Fence Installation

Wire Mesh Deer Fence Installation Basking Ridge NJ

This is a black pvc coated, galvanized steel core welded wire mesh deer fence. It is a great choice for large and wooded properties where you are trying to keep the deer out. It is relatively inexpensive, long lasting and effective. The color black is the standard because it is virtually invisible especially when it is going through wooded areas. Academy Fence Company installs it and supplies the material for do-it-yourself customers. We carry a wide variety of deer fence material and accessories and you can see it through out Somerset and Morris County.

Post and Rail Fence – Welded Wire Mesh

Post and Rail Fence With Welded Wire Mesh Basking Ridge NJ

This is a rustic split rail wood fence and is very common regionally, through out Somerset and Morris County. We supply the material and install this rustic split rail with locust posts and soft wood rails (hemlock and spruce). If you look closely you will see the black welded wire mesh attached. This closes the large openings between the rails making it so that it will keep in dogs and help keep out larger wild animals such as deer. This combination is very popular and has been in Northern and Central NJ for many decades. All the necessary material for, ‘post and rail fence with welded wire attached’, in this photo, are standard, in-stock items at Academy Fence Company.

Chain Link Playground Fence

Chain Link Playground Fence Basking Ridge NJ

We installed this chain link fence at the Oak Street Elementary School in Bernards Township, NJ. It is on the front lawn of the school close to a fairly busy street. It is a simple cost effective solution to keep the children safe in the playground and off the road.

Chain Link Commercial Slide Gate Repair

Chain Link Commercial Slide Gate Motorized Basking Ridge NJ

This is a chain link slide gate at the Ridge High School in Basking Ridge, Bernards Township, NJ. We returned to adjust the gate and repair the motor. Motorization is a good option for a gate when you have many ‘authorized’ drivers going in and out, but want to keep the fence driveway access secure from ‘others’. Academy Fence is always ready to address any of your fence needs through out Somerset County.

2 Rail Rustic Wood Post & Rail

2rail Post and Rail Basking Ridge NJ

This two rail, post and rail fence was installed by Academy Fence Company in April of 2019. It is a traditional wood rail fence that is called ‘rustic split rail’. The posts are locust and the rails are ‘mixed softwoods’. This fence material is very common through out Basking Ridge and Somerset County. It has a simple rural look, is relatively cheap and lasts for decades.

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Basking Ridge (Bernards Township) Fence Installation

General Information for Fence Installation

Fence Zoning Permit Application

Fence Codes and Ordinances

§ 21-16.2Fences and Walls.

Building Dept Address & Contact

Property Survey?

Contractor Insurance

NJ Contractor License #

Call Before You Dig

About this City

Basking Ridge (Bernards Township) Fence Installation

07920

General Information for Fence Installation

Fence Zoning Permit Application

Fence Codes and Ordinances

§ 21-16.2Fences and Walls.

Building Dept Address & Contact

Property Survey?

Contractor Insurance

NJ Contractor License #

Call Before You Dig

About this City