Parking Rules: Bloomfield vs Newark
How do parking rules rules compare between Bloomfield, NJ and Newark, NJ?
Newark has fewer restrictions than Bloomfield.
Bloomfield, NJ
Essex County
Bloomfield Township bans residential rentals under 30 days (Ch. 433), so there is no STR parking allocation. Lawful longer-term rentals must meet Residential Site Improvement Standards (RSIS) on-site parking based on unit count and bedroom mix.
View full Bloomfield rules →Newark, NJ
Essex County
Newark Ch. 18:14 requires STR hosts to provide guest parking information. Street parking requires Newark residential permits in many neighborhoods. No dedicated off-street parking requirement for STR units.
View full Newark rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bloomfield | Newark |
|---|---|---|
| STR Parking Standard | None - STRs prohibited under Ch. 433 | - |
| Multifamily Standard | RSIS (NJAC 5:21) on-site parking required | - |
| STR Survey Requirement | Property survey of legal spaces (if STR were permitted) | - |
| Zoning Office | 973-680-4023 | - |
| Penalty | Up to $1,250/day for unlawful STR | - |
| Code | - | Ch. 18:14 (STR parking disclosure) |
| Off-Street Requirement | - | None mandated for STRs |
| Permit Parking | - | Many neighborhoods require residential permits |
| Host Duty | - | Must inform guests of parking rules |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Bloomfield FAQ
Do I need a dedicated guest parking space for an Airbnb?
Airbnbs are not legal in Bloomfield (Ch. 433). For permitted longer-term rentals, parking must meet the NJ Residential Site Improvement Standards based on unit count and bedrooms. Confirm with Zoning at 973-680-4023.
Can long-term tenants park on the street overnight?
Bloomfield restricts overnight street parking in many areas and requires permits in some zones. Check the parking chapter and any neighborhood permit requirements with the Police Traffic Bureau.
Newark FAQ
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