Q: If I have a commercial vehicle, where can I park safetly in North Bergen? 

A: Commercial vehicles can park safely by paying for the parking meter until 12 a.m. Contractor commercial vehicles may park on a residential street if they place cones in the front and back of the vehicle to indicate that they are rendering a service.  

Q: They changed my license plate on my car. What do I do?

A: You must come in person with your registration to update your plate number or you can call us so we can provide the email for you to send over your vehicle registration. 

Q: Do I have to be a resident to apply for a parking space? 

A: Yes. You must have your driver license and vehicle registration changed to the North Bergen address to apply for a parking space.

Q: Do I need a parking permit if I have a handicap placard?

A: Yes, to park on a residential street in North Bergen you must have a parking permit. 

Q: What can I do if the meter is OUT OF ORDER/BROKEN?

A: If a meter is out of order, you may pay for the parking by using the QR code on the meter or visit one of the near by pay stations. 

Q: If I have a handicap parking spot, am I able to also park in a regular parking spot?

A: No. You can only park in your designated handicap parking, if you park in a different spot without a parking permit you will be in violation and will be subject to a summons. 

Q: How long do the residential parking permits last? 

A: If the residential parking permit is purchased at the beginning of the renewal period, it will last 3 years. If purchased after the renewal period has begun, you will get the remainder of the time left. 

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us during office hours at (201) 869-6200. 

Q: If I give you a plate number, can you look up if I have any tickets to pay? 

A: You must contact the Court at (201) 392-2088 to pay any outstanding tickets. 

Q: Why don't we give permit hangtags anymore?

A: Our permits are all now digital and can be purchased online or in person at our office or paystations. 

Q: If I live in a certain zone can I only park in that zone or can I park in all of North Bergen? 

A: With a residential permit you can park in all of North Bergen, just make sure you follow the street signs and feed the meters if parked at one. 

Q: Do I need a permit with a handicap placard? 

A: Yes, you need a residential permit to park evn if you have a handicap placard. 

HANDICAP QUESTIONS: 

Q: Can I apply for a HANDICAP parking space?

A: You will have to contact the handicap department at 201-392-2031 if you are interested in applying for a handicap space. 

PERMIT QUESTIONS: 

ZONE QUESTIONS: 

METER QUESTIONS: 

Q: I just purchased a new car, do I need a permit for my temporary plates?  

A: Yes. Temporary plates can get a residential permit. However, when the actual license plates come in you must update the residential permit. 

COMMERCIAL QUESTIONS: 

PARKING TICKET QUESTIONS: 

PARKING LOT QUESTIONS: 

GENERAL QUESTIONS: 

The 24 hour limit is set forth in N.J.S.A. 39: 4-207


Q:  Is a person with a wheelchair symbol license plate/placard required to deposit money when parking at a metered space?
                                
 A:  Yes. When parking at a metered space, a driver with a disability placard/license plate must put the appropriate amount of money in the meter. If the vehicle will occupy    the space for more than the maximum amount of time allotted on the meter,  the driver must fill the meter to the maximum amount allowed. This will permit the vehicle to occupy the space for up to 24 hours without having to come back and refill the meter. A municipality may require the vehicle to vacate the space after 24 hours. 

For more information about our Commercial Vehicle Regulations, please visit this page. 

For more information about our Parking Lots, please visit this page. 

For more information about our Online Permit System, please visit this page. 

For more information about our Zones, please visit this page. 

Q: What do I do if I want to contest a ticket? 

A:  If you would like to dispute a summons, you may contact the Court at (201) 392-2088 to schedule an appearance.

Please call North Bergen Parking Authority at (201) 869-6200 to report the broken meter.

Q: What do I do if the parking lot needs to be repainted? 

A: You may either call us at  (201) 869-6200 or email our HelpDesk to report any parking lot maintenance. 

Q: At what time does the sweeper pass on my street?

A: Click here for Sweeper Schedule.

Q: Do I still need to pay for the meter on a holiday?

A: In observance for certain holidays, the North Bergen Parking Authority will suspend all parking enforcement until the next day. CLICK HERE for holiday schedule. 

Q: What is 'ParkVantage' and how do I get it?

A: It is our digital application that you can download for your phone to pay for meter parking. You can simply scan the QR code on the signs nearest your vehicle or download the MOBILE App.  For more information,  CLICK HERE.  

Q: How do I apply for a Business parking permit if I am a resident?

A: For more information about a Business permit, CLICK HERE. 

EV QUESTIONS: 

Q: Where can I find charging stations?

A: We currently have three locations for our North Bergen EV charging stations:
  • NBPA/Court Office Parking Lot 
  • Municipal Parking Lot, 609 Liberty Ave.
  • 51st Street

Q: What are the charging rates? 

A: To charge your EV car the minimum charge is $1.50 Per Hour for up to 2 Hours and $5.00 Per Hour After 2 Hours.

For more information about our EV charging stations, please visit this page.