What is the minimum lot size in Maplewood, NJ?

In Maplewood's single-family zones: R-1-7 requires 7,000 sq ft; R-1-5 requires 5,000 sq ft; R-1-4 requires 4,000 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 Maplewood, NJ?

It depends on the zone, lot size, setbacks, building coverage, height and any floor area limit. Enter an address in our free lot check to get a rough maximum home size for that lot in Maplewood.

Maplewood, NJ Zoning: Minimum Lot Sizes, Setbacks & What You Can Build

Single-Family Zones

Maplewood zoning, zone by zone.

Zone	Min lot (sq ft)	Min width	Front	Side (each / total)	Rear	Bldg coverage	Height
R-1-7 Residential single-family R-1-7	7,000	70 ft	30 ft	9 ft	25 ft	30%	35 ft / 2 st
R-1-5 Residential single-family R-1-5	5,000	50 ft	25 ft	7 ft	25 ft	30%	35 ft / 2 st
R-1-4 Residential single-family R-1-4	4,000	40 ft	25 ft	4 ft	25 ft	30%	35 ft / 2 st

Source: Chapter 271 Zoning and Development Regulations, Article V Zoning Provisions, Amended through Ord. No. 3182-26 (3-11-2026). 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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Written and reviewed by

Suzan Adedipe

Broker Sales Associate, Builders Resource Center at Corcoran Sawyer Smith. Advises builders and owners in Maplewood. Numbers updated September 2026.

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