Essex Fells zoning check

Enter a single-family lot in Essex Fells's RA-1, RA-2, RA-3, RA-4, RA-5 or RA-6 zone and see, line by line, whether a house or addition meets the Borough's lot, yard, height and coverage limits. The check is free.

Covers the Borough of Essex Fells' single-family zones RA-1, RA-2, RA-3, RA-4, RA-5 and RA-6, Essex County. Checks a new house, an addition or an attached garage.

Town links: Essex Fells zoning map · Essex Fells zoning ordinance · Essex Fells zoning office. From the NJDCA directory, March 2026, so documents may have moved.

Numbers last checked November 2, 2026 against the Borough's online code.

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ITEM	REQUIRED	EXISTING	PROPOSED	COMPLIES

ENC = existing nonconforming condition, not increased. * = relief required.

Prepared with a calculation aid. Not a zoning determination. Confirm every requirement with the municipal zoning officer.

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