ADU rules in North Bergen, NJ — also called accessory dwelling unit regulations or granny flat ordinances — cover setbacks, owner-occupancy, parking, and permit requirements.
North Bergen allows ADUs under the 2024 NJ ADU mandate (N.J.S.A. 52:27D-123.16, effective 2025) and local Zoning Ordinance. ADUs are permitted by right on lots with single or two-family homes. No owner-occupancy requirement. Building permits required.
The 2024 NJ ADU mandate (N.J.S.A. 52:27D-123.16) requires municipalities to allow ADUs by right on lots with single or two-family homes, with ministerial processing (no discretionary review, deemed approved within 60 days). North Bergen's Zoning Ordinance provides local implementation. No owner-occupancy requirement under state law. ADUs exempt from minimum parking requirements. Building permits and Certificate of Occupancy required from the Building/Code Enforcement/Zoning Department at 4233 Kennedy Blvd., (201) 392-2000. North Bergen's more suburban character and larger lots make ADU construction more feasible than in denser Hudson County cities.
Unpermitted ADU: stop-work order, mandatory permits, fines.
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