Parking Rules: Hackensack vs Ridgewood

Can guests park on the street overnight?

Many Hackensack residential streets require overnight parking permits. Guests without permits risk tickets and towing, so on-property parking is strongly recommended for short-term rentals.

How many parking spaces must my rental provide?

Zoning generally requires at least two off-street spaces per dwelling unit. Hosts with larger rental capacities should consult Chapter 175 for any additional requirements.

Can my Airbnb guest park overnight on a Ridgewood street?

No. Code §265-36 bans parking on any public street or public lot anywhere in the Village between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. Overnight Parking Permits are restricted by Article IV of Chapter 265 to Central Business District residents without landlord-provided parking, and the police-discretion waiver also contemplates residents — neither is available to short-term guests. Even if a guest could park legally, hosting the underlying compensated rental of 30 days or less is itself prohibited under §117 Art. IX.

Are there exceptions for one-night guests staying with a Ridgewood resident?

A resident host can request a discretionary overnight parking waiver from the Chief of Police for up to five nights at a time, with longer requests individually reviewed; the Village publishes a request form on ridgewoodnj.net. This is intended for occasional houseguests of residents, not paid transient lodgers — and a stay of 30 days or less for compensation would still violate §117 Art. IX regardless of where the guest's car is parked.