What is the minimum lot size in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ?

In Ho-Ho-Kus's single-family zones: R-1 requires 43,560 sq ft; R-2 requires 10,000 sq ft; R-2A requires 7,500 sq ft; R-3 requires 6,500 sq ft. Undersized existing lots may still be buildable under the ordinance, so check your specific lot.

How big a house can I build in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ?

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Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ Zoning: Minimum Lot Sizes, Setbacks & What You Can Build

Single-Family Zones

Ho-Ho-Kus zoning, zone by zone.

Zone	Min lot (sq ft)	Min width	Front	Side (each / total)	Rear	Bldg coverage	Height	FAR
R-1 R-1 Single-Family Residential	43,560	140 ft	50 ft	50 ft / 100 ft	50 ft	20%	35 ft / 2.5 st
R-2 R-2 Single-Family Residential	10,000	60 ft	30 ft	10 ft / 20 ft	30 ft	20%	35 ft / 2.5 st
R-2A R-2A Single-Family Residential	7,500	48 ft	25 ft	8 ft	25 ft	30%	35 ft	0.4
R-3 R-3 Single-Family Residential	6,500	48 ft	30 ft	10 ft / 20 ft	30 ft	25%	35 ft / 2.5 st

Source: Chapter 85 Zoning, Article IV District Regulations (eCode360), Ord. 2026-111 and 2026-112 adopted 2-24-2026; Ord. 2026-120/2026-121 (7-28-2026) listed as new laws, not reviewed. Read 2026-09-28. Only zones we could confirm from the ordinance are shown. Rules change and have exceptions (corner lots, undersized lots, steep slopes, overlays), so confirm with the town zoning officer before you buy or design.

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