Shed permit rules in North Bergen, NJ — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Sheds in North Bergen require zoning and building permits. Setbacks from property lines apply under the Zoning Ordinance. Sheds may not be placed in front yards. North Bergen's more suburban lots offer more space for sheds than in other Hudson County cities.
North Bergen's Zoning Ordinance and Building Code require permits for shed construction. Setbacks from rear and side property lines apply (typically 5 feet). Sheds cannot be placed in front yards. Maximum height limits apply by zone. North Bergen's suburban lot sizes make shed installation more feasible than in denser Hudson County cities. Sheds may not be used as living spaces or for commercial storage. Contact the Building/Code Enforcement/Zoning Department at 4233 Kennedy Blvd., (201) 392-2000.
Unpermitted shed: zoning violation, removal order. Shed in prohibited area: mandatory removal.
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