What is the minimum lot size in Oradell, NJ?

In Oradell's single-family zones: R-1 requires 18,750 sq ft; R-2 requires 12,000 sq ft; R-3 requires 9,000 sq ft; R-4 requires 7,500 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 Oradell, 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 Oradell.

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

Single-Family Zones

Oradell zoning, zone by zone.

Zone	Min lot (sq ft)	Min width	Front	Side (each / total)	Rear	Bldg coverage
R-1 One-Family Residential R-1	18,750	125 ft	35 ft	20 ft / 40 ft	25 ft	25%
R-2 One-Family Residential R-2	12,000	100 ft	30 ft	15 ft / 35 ft	25 ft	25%
R-3 One-Family Residential R-3	9,000	75 ft	25 ft	10 ft / 25 ft	25 ft	25%
R-4 One-Family Residential R-4	7,500	75 ft	25 ft	10 ft / 25 ft	25 ft	25%

Source: Chapter 240 Land Development, Article VI Zoning Districts and Regulations. 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

Daren Donofrio

REALTOR-Associate, Builders Resource Center at Corcoran Sawyer Smith. Advises builders and owners in Oradell. Numbers updated September 2026.

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