Outdoor Lighting in Bergen County, NJ (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 7 cities in Bergen County, New Jersey.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Bergen County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Dark Sky Rules

Bergen County has no countywide dark-sky ordinance. Outdoor lighting is regulated through municipal zoning codes, with most Bergen County towns requiring shielded fixtures and limiting glare in residential and commercial site plans.

Bergen County Dark Sky and Light Pollution Rules

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Light Trespass

Bergen County addresses light trespass through municipal zoning codes rather than county ordinance. Most Bergen County municipalities cap illumination at property lines, typically 0.1 to 0.5 foot-candles for residential boundaries.