Paramus restricts residential driveway dimensions and prohibits paving past the garage wall toward the front door, preserving residential character throughout R-50, R-75, R-100, R-150, and R-2F zones.
Under Chapter 429 (Zoning) and the Building Department's published guidance, driveways in Paramus residential zones cannot be paved past the garage wall toward the front door into the front yard area. Driveways must be set back at least 2 feet from any property line, 5 feet from any Borough tree, and a curb cut/apron at the street has separate dimensional limits. Private parking areas are not permitted in residential zones unless accessory to a permitted or approved conditional use. Property owners must obtain a permit from the Building Department before construction or expansion of any driveway.
Violators face stop-work orders, removal of unpermitted paving at owner expense, and penalties under § 1-15 of the Borough Code (fines up to $2,000, community service, or up to 90 days imprisonment).
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