Paramus vs Ridgewood
How do street parking limits rules compare between Paramus, NJ and Ridgewood, NJ?
Paramus has fewer restrictions than Ridgewood.
Paramus, NJ
Bergen County
Paramus regulates on-street parking through Chapter 419 schedules that prohibit parking at all times on listed streets and limit hours on others, including no stopping or standing zones near schools and businesses.
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Bergen County
Ridgewood regulates on-street parking through Chapter 265, controlling angle and parallel orientations, time limits, metered zones, and permit-required areas throughout the village.
View full Ridgewood rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Paramus | Ridgewood |
|---|---|---|
| Governing chapter | Chapter 419 | - |
| All-times no parking | Schedule XIV | - |
| Hours-restricted zones | Schedule XVIII | - |
| Enforcement | Paramus Police Department | - |
| Angle Parking | - | Nose toward curb |
| Parallel Parking | - | Direction of travel |
| Schedules | - | Listed in Chapter 265 |
| Meters | - | CBD and Train Station |
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Paramus FAQ
How do I know if a Paramus street has parking restrictions?
Check posted signage and the Schedules XIV-XXI of Chapter 419. Any restrictions must be reflected on signs; absent signs, default state and overnight rules still apply.
Can my car be towed for a Paramus parking violation?
Yes. Vehicles parked in violation of posted restrictions or no-parking zones may be towed under Chapter 401 with all towing and storage fees paid by the owner.
Ridgewood FAQ
Which way should I park in an angled stall in Ridgewood?
Vehicles in angled parking stalls must be parked with the nose facing the curb. Backing into angled stalls is not permitted under Chapter 265.
Where can I find Ridgewood's full street parking rules?
Chapter 265 schedules list every street with specific parking restrictions, time limits, and prohibitions. Always check posted signs in addition to the schedules.
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