N.J. Admin. Code § 7:50-6.125

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 11, June 3, 2024

Section 7:50-6.125 - Guidelines for construction

(a) Municipalities may use the following construction guidelines in formulating municipal ordinance standards:

1. Roofs and exteriors will be constructed of fire resistant materials such as asphalt rag felt roofing, tile, slate, asbestos cement shingles, sheet iron, aluminum or brick. Fire retardant-treated wood shingles or shake type roofs are prohibited in high or extreme fire hazard areas.

2. All projections such as balconies, decks and roof gables shall be constructed of fire resistant material or materials treated with fire retardant chemicals.

3. Any openings in the roof, attic and the floor shall be screened.

4. Chimneys and stovepipes which are designed to burn solid or liquid fuels shall be equipped with screens over the outlets.

5. Flat roofs are prohibited in areas where vegetation is higher than the roof.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:50-6.125