3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Hudson County, New Jersey.
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Hudson County setback rules are set municipally under NJ MLUL. Jersey City R-1 single-family requires 15-foot front, 5-foot side, 20-foot rear. Denser R-3 and R-4 zones allow zero side setbacks for attached rowhouse development. Hoboken's dense fabric uses zero-lot-line rowhouse typologies. Variances require Zoning Board review.
Hudson County building heights vary dramatically by zone. Jersey City's R-1 single-family districts cap at 35 feet but Journal Square, Exchange Place, Newport, and the Hudson waterfront permit high-rise construction exceeding 700 feet. Hoboken residential zones cap at 40 feet while mixed-use zones allow taller. N.J.A.C. 5:23 UCC governs construction; N.J.S.A. 40:55D zoning powers set height limits.
Hudson County lot coverage limits vary by zone and reflect the region's dense urban character. Jersey City R-1 limits lot coverage to 50%; R-3 rowhouse zones allow up to 80%. Hoboken brownstone blocks frequently hit 70-85% coverage. Permeable pavers may receive partial credit. Stormwater management requirements apply to high-impervious development.
1 cities in Hudson County have their own building setbacks & zoning rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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