Deer Fence Design Specifications final

3 Introduction The specifications included in this Appendix must be followed at a minimum for the effective implementation of exclusionary deer fence. Farmers wishing to deviate from the specifications must seek and get approval from the Division of in writing prior to installation. General Requirements All fence materials must be new and in unused condition. The minimum fence height is 96 inches (8 feet). Two fence systems are permitted: System using full 96-inch high-tensile fixed-knot woven wire. System using 75 to 96-inch high-tensile fixed-knot woven wire, with high-tensile wires spaced a maximum of 9 inches apart to reach the full 96-inch height. Additional Awardee Responsibilities Awardees must: Obtain all applicable permits and comply with all permit conditions. Act as General Contractor to obtain the services of all subcontractors required to perform the works of improvement. Contact the NJ One Call system at 1-800-272-1000 three to ten days prior to any construction activity to verify the location of any buried utilities. (The protection of private utilities is the responsibility of Awardee.) Seek and get prior approval from the Division, in writing, for any deviations from the design and installation specifications in this Appendix. Awardees can contact the NJDA at: PO Box 330, Trenton NJ, 08625-0330 njdadeerfence@ag.nj.gov Ph: (609) 913-6490