Bergenfield vs Paramus
How do property blight rules compare between Bergenfield, NJ and Paramus, NJ?
Bergenfield and Paramus have similar restriction levels.
Bergenfield, NJ
Bergen County
Bergenfield adopted the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, requiring exterior properties to be clean, safe, and sanitary with grass kept under eight inches.
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Bergen County
Paramus Chapter 339 prohibits exterior conditions that constitute blighting factors and requires owners to repair properties within 45 days of Borough notice.
View full Paramus rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bergenfield | Paramus |
|---|---|---|
| Adopted code | 2021 IPMC | - |
| Grass limit | Eight inches | - |
| Sight-line shrub limit | 30 inches at intersections | - |
| Abatement window | 10 days after notice | - |
| Code Chapter | - | Chapter 339 |
| Cure Period | - | 45 days from notice |
| Enforcement | - | Borough may bill owner |
| Applies To | - | Residential and nonresidential |
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Bergenfield FAQ
How tall can my grass grow in Bergenfield?
Grass, weeds, or plant growth may not exceed eight inches in height under Borough Ordinance 05-2360 section 302.4 of the property maintenance code.
What happens if I don't fix a property maintenance violation?
If you fail to abate within 10 days of notice (5 days for imminent threats), Bergenfield may hire a contractor or DPW to abate at your expense and risk.
Paramus FAQ
How long do I have to fix a blight violation in Paramus?
Owners have 45 days from receipt of a Borough notice to voluntarily make required repairs before Paramus may step in and charge the cost back.
Does Paramus blight enforcement cover commercial properties?
Yes. Chapter 339 specifically requires nonresidential exteriors to be maintained so they do not depreciate adjoining properties or downgrade the neighborhood.
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