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Bergenfield vs Garfield

How do stormwater management rules compare between Bergenfield, NJ and Garfield, NJ?

Bergenfield and Garfield have similar restriction levels.

Bergenfield, NJ

Bergen County

Heavy Restrictions

Bergenfield's Chapter 268 sets minimum stormwater management requirements for major development, requiring green infrastructure best management practices and nonstructural strategies to maintain natural hydrology.

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Garfield, NJ

Bergen County

Heavy Restrictions

Garfield Chapter 284 Stormwater Control, adopted by Ordinance 3050 in 2024, requires green infrastructure best management practices and nonstructural strategies to manage runoff, recharge groundwater, and reduce pollution.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactBergenfieldGarfield
Code ChapterChapter 268Chapter 284 Stormwater Control
AdoptedDecember 3, 2024December 30, 2024
OrdinanceNo. 24-2634-
Applies ToMajor development projects-
Ordinance Number-Ordinance 3050
Required Practice-Green infrastructure BMPs

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Bergenfield FAQ

Does Bergenfield require green infrastructure for new development?

Yes. Chapter 268 requires major development to use green infrastructure best management practices and nonstructural strategies to manage runoff, recharge groundwater, and reduce pollutants.

Are deed notices required for stormwater measures?

Yes. Stormwater management measures authorized under the ordinance must be reflected in a deed notice recorded with the Bergen County Clerk's Office.

Garfield FAQ

Does my Garfield project need green infrastructure stormwater controls?

Major development projects must use green infrastructure BMPs and nonstructural strategies under Chapter 284. Smaller projects may still trigger stormwater review depending on disturbance area and impervious cover.

When did Garfield update its stormwater ordinance?

The City Council adopted Ordinance 3050 establishing Chapter 284 Stormwater Control on December 30, 2024, modernizing the city's runoff and water quality requirements.

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