Englewood vs Garfield
How do setback rules rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Garfield, NJ?
Englewood has fewer restrictions than Garfield.
Englewood, NJ
Bergen County
Englewood Article XI sets minimum side and rear yard setbacks, including a three-foot side and ten-foot rear minimum in one-family districts.
View full Englewood rules →Garfield, NJ
Bergen County
Garfield requires every building to comply with district-specific yard, lot width, and area regulations, with extra setbacks for properties along railroad rights-of-way.
View full Garfield rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Englewood | Garfield |
|---|---|---|
| R-F side minimum | 3 feet | - |
| R-F rear minimum | 10 feet | - |
| Residential buffer | 15 feet | - |
| Non-residential buffer | 8 feet | - |
| Setback authority | - | Chapter 341, Article VIII |
| Railroad-adjacent yards | - | Double minimum, 25 feet floor |
| Corner-lot street side | - | 60 percent of aggregate |
| District-specific | - | Yes, varies by zone |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Englewood FAQ
What is the minimum side yard in Englewood R-F?
Englewood's R-F One-Family Residence District requires a minimum side yard of three feet adjacent to each side property line.
How big must Englewood planting buffers be?
Buffers are 15 feet adjacent to residential property and 8 feet adjacent to non-residential property under Article XI.
Garfield FAQ
Where can I find my property's exact setbacks in Garfield?
Setbacks vary by zoning district and are listed in Article VIII and the Zoning Chart of Requirements. Contact the Garfield Zoning Office to confirm your district.
Do railroad-adjacent properties in Garfield need bigger yards?
Yes. Residential side or rear yards next to an operating railroad must be twice the normal minimum and never less than 25 feet from the closest rail.
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