What is the minimum lot size in Hanover Township, NJ?

In Hanover Township's single-family zones: R-15 requires 15,000 sq ft; R-10 requires 10,500 sq ft. Undersized existing lots may still be buildable under the ordinance, so check your specific lot.

How big a house can I build in Hanover Township, NJ?

It depends on the zone, lot size, setbacks, building coverage, height and any floor area limit. Enter an address in our free lot check to get a rough maximum home size for that lot in Hanover Township.

Hanover Township, NJ Zoning: Minimum Lot Sizes, Setbacks & What You Can Build

Single-Family Zones

Hanover Township zoning, zone by zone.

Zone	Min lot (sq ft)	Min width	Front	Side (each / total)	Rear	Bldg coverage	Height	FAR
R-15 R-15 Single Family Residence District	15,000	100 ft	40 ft	15 ft	40 ft		35 ft / 2.5 st
R-10 R-10 Single Family Residence District	10,500	70 ft	40 ft	10 ft	40 ft		35 ft / 2.5 st

Source: Chapter 166 Land Use/Zoning: R-15 and R-10 Single Family Residence District articles; Art. XIX General Provisions §166-113.1. Read 2026-09-28. Only zones we could confirm from the ordinance are shown. Rules change and have exceptions (corner lots, undersized lots, steep slopes, overlays), so confirm with the town zoning officer before you buy or design.

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Written and reviewed by

Mona Odilova

REALTOR-Associate, Builders Resource Center at Corcoran Sawyer Smith. Advises builders and owners in Hanover Township. Numbers updated September 2026.

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