Lot Coverage Limits: Englewood vs Paramus
How do lot coverage limits rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Paramus, NJ?
Englewood and Paramus have similar restriction levels.
Englewood, NJ
Bergen County
Englewood caps impervious surface coverage at 67 percent of lot area for townhouse and other multiple-family residential uses.
View full Englewood rules →Paramus, NJ
Bergen County
Paramus residential zones R-75 and R-100 cap building coverage at 25% and total impervious coverage at 50%. The Neighborhood Business zone allows 80% impervious; Conservation/Recreation just 20%.
View full Paramus rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Englewood | Paramus |
|---|---|---|
| Multifamily coverage cap | 67 percent | - |
| Townhouse coverage cap | 67 percent | - |
| Reviewing body | Zoning Board of Adjustment | - |
| Related chapter | Chapter 370 Stormwater | - |
| R-75/R-100 Building | - | 25% maximum |
| R-75/R-100 Impervious | - | 50% maximum |
| R-AH Impervious | - | 60% maximum |
| NB Impervious | - | 80% maximum |
| CR Building/Impervious | - | 5% / 20% |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Englewood FAQ
What is Englewood's multifamily lot coverage cap?
Englewood limits both townhouse and other multifamily uses to a maximum of 67 percent impervious surface coverage of the lot area.
How can I exceed Englewood's coverage cap?
You must apply for variance relief from the Zoning Board of Adjustment and justify the request under Article XI standards.
Paramus FAQ
Does a Paramus driveway count toward impervious coverage?
Yes. Driveways, patios, walkways, decks with solid surfaces, and pools all count as impervious coverage and are added to building footprint when calculating total impervious limits.
What if my Paramus lot already exceeds the impervious cap?
Existing nonconforming coverage may continue but cannot be expanded. Adding any new impervious surface to a noncompliant lot requires a variance from the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
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