Municipal Services in Paramus
Trash Collection
Curbside trash collection is provided twice weekly by a contracted hauler for all residential properties.
- ●Collection days vary by neighborhood; check the borough website for your schedule
- ●Trash must be placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on collection day
- ●Use sealed containers or approved trash bags
- ●Bulk pickup is available on scheduled dates throughout the year
- ●Holiday schedule adjustments are posted on the borough website
Recycling
Single-stream curbside recycling is collected weekly. The borough participates in the Bergen County Utilities Authority recycling program.
- ●Recycling is collected once per week
- ●Accepted materials: paper, cardboard, glass bottles/jars, plastic #1-#7, aluminum and steel cans
- ●No plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated materials
- ●Electronics recycling events are held periodically
- ●Yard waste is collected separately during spring and fall
Water & Sewer
Water is supplied by Veolia Water (formerly United Water/SUEZ). Sewer service is managed by the borough with treatment by the Bergen County Utilities Authority.
- ●Water bills are issued quarterly by Veolia Water
- ●Sewer charges appear on the borough tax bill
- ●Water quality reports are published annually
- ●Contact Veolia for new connections, leaks, or billing issues
- ●Fire hydrant flushing occurs in spring and fall
Building & Zoning Permits
The Building Department handles all construction permits, zoning applications, and code enforcement for residential and commercial properties.
- ●Permits required for most construction, renovation, and signage
- ●Applications available online or at Borough Hall
- ●Zoning Board of Adjustment meets monthly for variance requests
- ●Planning Board reviews site plans and subdivision applications
- ●Certificate of Occupancy required before occupying new or renovated structures
Parking
Paramus does not have metered street parking in residential areas. Commercial parking is managed by individual shopping centers and businesses.
- ●No municipal parking meters
- ●Overnight parking restrictions apply on borough streets
- ●Shopping center parking is free but privately managed
- ●No resident parking permit program
- ●Street parking regulations enforced by Paramus Police
Leaf Collection
Seasonal leaf collection is provided in the fall for all residential properties.
- ●Loose leaf collection runs from mid-October through mid-December
- ●Rake leaves to the curb; do not place in bags during loose leaf season
- ●Do not mix leaves with branches or other debris
- ●Collection schedule is posted on the borough website
Snow Removal
The Department of Public Works handles snow plowing for borough streets.
- ●Borough streets are plowed during and after significant snowfall
- ●Residents must clear sidewalks within 24 hours after snow stops
- ●Do not push snow into the street
- ●Fire hydrants must be kept clear of snow