Englewood vs Paramus
How do light trespass rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Paramus, NJ?
Englewood and Paramus have similar restriction levels.
Englewood, NJ
Bergen County
Englewood caps outdoor light pole heights at 18 feet and limits spillover onto adjacent properties to 0.2 footcandle.
View full Englewood rules →Paramus, NJ
Bergen County
Paramus caps light trespass onto adjacent properties at 0.2 footcandle for general site lighting and 0.1 footcandle for sign illumination.
View full Paramus rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Englewood | Paramus |
|---|---|---|
| Max fixture height | 18 feet | - |
| Property-line max | 0.2 footcandle | - |
| Mural curfew | 10pm-5am residential | - |
| Residential sign | 150 watts max | - |
| Site lighting cap | - | 0.2 footcandle at property |
| Sign lighting cap | - | Under 0.1 footcandle |
| Measurement point | - | Any point on adjacent lot |
| Code chapter | - | Chapter 371 (Site Plan) |
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Englewood FAQ
How tall can outdoor lighting poles be in Englewood?
The maximum fixture height under Englewood's zoning is 18 feet, applying to commercial and parking-area lighting in regulated districts.
How much light can spill onto a neighbor's property?
Illumination on adjacent properties is capped at 0.2 footcandle measured at the property line, the local light-trespass limit.
Are illuminated murals restricted in residential zones?
Yes. Murals or public art in residential zones cannot be illuminated between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., and may not exceed 3 footcandles above ambient at the nearest residential property line.
Paramus FAQ
How much light can spill onto a neighbor's property?
No more than 0.2 footcandle at any point on the adjacent property for general site lighting, with shielding required to keep glare from leaving the site.
Are illuminated business signs treated the same way?
No. Sign lighting in Paramus must produce less than 0.1 footcandle at any property line, a stricter limit than the 0.2 footcandle rule for general site lighting.
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