What zone is a specific piece of property located in? |
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Please either come into the Zoning Division office in person or fax the block and lot, address, and other pertinent information to 732-617-7225. Put a phone number on the fax and someone from the Zoning Board will call you back with the requested information. |
I want to put up a fence. What do I have to do? |
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You must come in person to the Zoning Division office. Bring a copy of your survey with you. If you can't locate your survey, there may be one on file in the Zoning Division block and lot files. Easements, corner lots, and lots that front on two streets can present a problem. Certain zones have particular setback requirements for fences. For this reason, the Zoning officer must consult with you individually. In many cases, the fence permit can be obtained the same day if you bring a copy of the fence estimate with you.
Note: Pool fences have different requirements. |
I'm buying a new house in Marlboro, but I want to know that I can fit a pool in my backyard before I sign the papers. |
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A survey is necessary in order to make this determination. Issues such as corner lots, lots with two fronts, easements, and wetlands are taken into consideration. Please understand that we cannot guarantee that you can construct a pool if you do not present the final survey. |
I want to have a business in my home. What do I need? |
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Certain home/office businesses are permitted by simply procuring a mercantile license. Such businesses require a P.O. Box and a second phone number for the business. A teen line with an answering machine is acceptable. Such a business may not have any customers coming to the home. There can be no storage of any chemical or hazardous materials on the premises. Other more intensive types of home/professional offices could be Conditional Uses in the zone. If you meet the requirements of a Conditional Use (requirements can be found in the ordinance), you must fill out an application and appear before the Planning Board . If you would like to discuss a particular type of business, please feel free to speak with the Zoning Officer at 732-536-0200 ext 509 or put your proposal in writing and send it to the Zoning Officer. |
My neighbor is not cutting his grass. What can be done? |
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Call the Zoning Office and report the address. A letter will be sent to the homeowner explaining the grass ordinance and giving them ten (10) days to cut the grass. If after ten (10) days, the grass has not been cut, a Notice of Violation will be sent. Ten (10) days will be given for the grass to be cut. If at this time, the problem has not been addressed, either a Summons can be issued or a Notice to Abate an unsafe condition can be sent. Failure to comply with a Notice to Abate can result in the Township cutting the grass or the Township hiring an outside contractor to cut the grass. A lien will be put against the property to cover the cost of cutting. Please bear in mind that properties where the grass is not being cut are typically in foreclosure and the bank holding the mortgage must be identified and contacted in order to get the grass cut. |
What are the setbacks for ____? |
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The Zoning Office frequently receives calls requesting setbacks for pools, sheds, additions, gazebos, etc. Each zone has its own schedule of area, yard and building requirements. Once the zone is identified, the setbacks can easily be determined. Please keep in mind that issues such as two front yards, easements and wetlands can influence setback requirements. |
How do I go about obtaining a construction permit? |
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First you must obtain a permit package from the Construction Division . Completely fill out the packet. Attach to it two proper copies of your survey, showing the proposed construction drawn in to scale. Submit the permit package and the surveys along with the appropriate zoning fee payment to the Zoning Division Office. Your application will be checked for zoning requirements and use and when approved by the Zoning Officer, the permit package will be forwarded to the Construction Division who will call the homeowner when the the permit is ready to be picked up.
Note: Applications for fences, not involving pools, can be obtained, filled out and completed in the Zoning Office. |
What are the zoning fees? |
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The following is the zoning fee schedule:
| General Permit |
$35.00 |
| Fence Permit |
$35.00 |
| Sign Permit (less than 15 sq. ft.) |
$50.00 |
| Sign Permit (15 + sq. ft.) |
$75.00 |
| Swimming Pool and Fence Permit |
$200.00 |
Subsequent Review - An applicant shall be charged 50% of the Original Fee) |
