Bergenfield vs Englewood

Does the 2.5-foot rule apply to my whole lawn?

No. The height limit applies only to brush, hedges, and plant life within 10 feet of a roadway or 25 feet of an intersection where public safety requires it.

What happens if I ignore the cutting notice?

After 10 days, the Borough Superintendent of Public Works may cause the cutting and removal at your expense, billed to the property as a municipal charge.

Who enforces this in Bergenfield?

The Code Enforcement Bureau and the Department of Public Works Superintendent administer Chapter 116 brush, grass, and weeds notices.

Who enforces grass and weed rules in Englewood?

The Building Department's Code Enforcement / Property Maintenance Division enforces Chapter 129 from City Hall, second floor, weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

What happens if I do not cut overgrown grass after a notice?

Englewood may have the growth cut by city contractors and bill the property owner, with unpaid charges placed as a lien against the property.

Are sidewalk weeds the homeowner's responsibility?

Yes. Under Englewood's sidewalk maintenance article, the abutting property owner must keep sidewalks free of grass, weeds, snow, and debris.