Heavy commercial vehicles are restricted from parking overnight in East Orange residential zones under zoning code (Land Use Ordinance Ch. 51) and state traffic laws.
East Orange prohibits or restricts parking of commercial vehicles in residential zones. Restrictions typically apply to vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR, vehicles with prominent commercial signage, and vehicles with more than two axles. Overnight parking of heavy commercial vehicles in residential areas is generally prohibited. Temporary parking for active deliveries is permitted. NJ Title 39 governs commercial vehicle definitions. Many NJ communities have strict commercial vehicle prohibitions due to neighborhood density.
Parking citations $50 to $250. Repeat violations: increased fines. Towing for oversized commercial vehicles.
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