Land Use & Development
Code Enforcement
Applications & Forms
The Borough of Rumson Land Use & Development Official is responsible for reviewing all zoning permit applications for compliance to the Borough of Rumson Ordinances and Development Regulations.
Zoning permits are required for all new construction on a property, installation of a pool, renovations to an existing home such as adding a habitable floor to an existing structure or expanding the existing footprint of any structure. Land Use & Development Permit approvals are needed for any landscaping where one renovates, modifies, removes, or adds to any impervious surfaces such as a driveway, walkway, or adding a patio. For more information, click here. Prior to undertaking any improvements to your property or any of the structures on it, applicants should also confirm all other outside agency permits
In accordance with Borough of Rumson Ordinance: Enforcement Code Enforcement Officers are responsible for the enforcement of all Borough Ordinances related to the maintenance of properties within our Borough. This includes construction sites, vacant lots, and all residential and commercial properties.
Land Use & Development Information
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Land Use & Development Basics
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Process Flow Chart
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Submission Requirements
Landscape Plans & Tree Mitigation Information
The purpose of this chapter is to preserve trees and woodlands throughout the Borough, and to restrict the removal of trees, thereby maintaining the beauty and character of the Borough of Rumson, preventing erosion, and restricting any action that could create a hazard to persons or properties.
A permit is required to remove or relocate any tree greater than six inches in diameter at breast height (DBH), one inch DBH or larger for any Dogwood (Cornus Florida) or American Holly (Illex Opaca); and two and one-half (2 1/2) inches DBH or larger for any other ornamental tree. Click here to view additional restrictions.
A Tree Mitigation Plan is required when replacement trees are required.
The Borough of Rumson has adopted Tree Protection Permit Requirements. Click here to view the latest permit application regulations and fees prior to submitting an application.
Zoning Tools
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Zoning Chart
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SFH Checklist
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Accessory Use Chart
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Coverages, Attic/Half Story, Basement
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