Englewood vs Mahwah
How do flood zones rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Mahwah, NJ?
Englewood and Mahwah have similar restriction levels.
Englewood, NJ
Bergen County
Englewood Chapter 222 prohibits construction or alteration in special flood hazard areas without compliance, and requires substantial damage records reported to NJDEP.
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Bergen County
Mahwah Chapter 27 Flood Prevention requires development permits in special flood hazard areas mapped on the August 2019 Bergen County Flood Insurance Study for Community No. 340049.
View full Mahwah rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Englewood | Mahwah |
|---|---|---|
| Code chapter | Chapter 222 | - |
| Required determination | Substantial damage letter | - |
| State notification | NJDEP Flood Control | - |
| Scope | Special flood hazard areas | - |
| Activities covered | Build relocate alter convert | - |
| Code Reference | - | Chapter 27 Flood Prevention |
| Last Amended | - | June 27, 2019 |
| Ordinance No. | - | 1878 |
| FIS Date | - | August 28, 2019 |
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Englewood FAQ
Can I build in a flood zone in Englewood?
Only with full compliance with Chapter 222 and other applicable rules. Construction, relocation, extension, conversion, or alteration in a special flood hazard area requires elevation, anchoring, and other flood-resistant standards.
What happens if my home is substantially damaged by a flood?
Englewood records the damage and issues a substantial damage determination letter to you and to the NJDEP Bureau of Flood Control, which can trigger requirements to bring the structure into flood-resistant compliance.
Mahwah FAQ
Do I need a flood permit in Mahwah?
Yes. Chapter 27 requires a development permit before any construction or development within a special flood hazard area mapped for Community No. 340049.
Who hears flood ordinance appeals?
The Mahwah Planning Board hears appeals and decides variance requests from the requirements of Chapter 27.
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