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Find information on parking and how to get around Hoboken.

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How do the recycling & garbage rules and regulations affect you?

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Gather information about athletic and recreation facilities in Hoboken

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Learn about what to do and plan your visit to Hoboken.

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transportation & parking

Should bikes ride with or against traffic?
Where should I ride if there is no shoulder or bike lane and the travel lane is too narrow to share?

Parks, Recreation & Public Works

Does PSEG have a plan for upgrading to LED?
Does PSEG have a standard for new street lights?
Does PSEG have a standard for replacing street lights to ensure consistent color and brightness?
How Do I Manage Japanese Knotweed?
How can I stop the delivery of free newspapers and circulars?
How do I prune (trim) a tree?
How do I report a light pole issue?
How do I report a park light outage?
How do I report a power outage and receive updates on power outages?
How do I report a street light outage?
How does PSEG prune trees near power lines?
How does PSEG restore power after a storm event?
How does PSEG update the resident and City when the issue is scheduled to be addressed, and when the issue is ultimately resolved?
How often does PSEG prune trees near power lines?
How to I pay my bill, make an appointment, or change service?
What do I need to know before, during and after a storm regarding electric and gas safety?
What is the timeframe for a street light repair from the date of reporting to repair?
What should I do if I see a fallen wire?
What should I do if I smell gas?
Who is responsible for the sidewalk in front of my building?
Who provides electric and natural gas service in Hoboken?
Why are there so many wires on poles?
Why can’t we move all wires underground?
Why does my streetlight that was just replaced appear brighter than the old streetlight?
Why should I report street light outages and pole issues directly to PSEG, rather than the City?
What are the requirements for garbage containerization?
What are the benefits and reasons for planting trees in Hoboken?
How can I find out info on the tree(s) on my Street?
I moved my car for street cleaning, but my street was not plowed.
Why is it important to keep sidewalks clear?
Where are dog runs in Hoboken?
I am interested in holding a block party, 5K run, or other event on City property. What is the process?
When and where are the farmers markets?
How can I get a free recycling bin?
Why does garbage collection take place at night?

Climate Action & Innovation

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public safety

Can I ride my bike on the sidewalk?

community development

When was the Hoboken Zoning Code adopted?
How do I find out what zoning district my property is in?
What are the size limitations for what I can build on my property?
My house is in the R-1 (R-2 or R-3) zone, what does that mean and what am I permitted to do with my property?
I want to add or replace the fence around my yard. What do I need to know? What do I need for the application?
I want to open a business in town. Are there restrictions on the type of business and where it can be located?
What size sign can I put on the front of my store?
Does the sign size equation also apply to awnings?
What are the operational guidelines for sidewalk cafes?
Can I build a deck in my back yard?
Can I build a roof deck?
Where can I find a copy of the flood map for Hoboken?

other

How can I stop the delivery of free newspapers and circulars?
How do I add or change PSEG service for new construction or renovations?
How do I request tree pruning near power lines?
How will my business receive deliveries if in a work zone?
Is the City notified when PSEG prunes trees near power lines?
Why does PSEG prune trees near power lines?
Will access to businesses or residences be obstructed during construction?
Will parking be restored overnight in work zones?
Will residents and businesses be notified prior to construction?
Will the project include replacement of sidewalks or street furniture?
Are there any water service outages or alerts in Hoboken?
I have a leak on my property, what should I do?
I see water in the street bubbling up, what do I do?
I need my water turned off for my plumber, what do I do?
My water has a smell, what should I do?
How is my water quality?
Who do I contact about the quality of my water?
Why is my water cloudy?
Are dogs permitted in parks and playgrounds?
What should I do if I find a stray pet or have feral cats or nuisance wildlife in my yard?

ALL FAQS

Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Does PSEG have a plan for upgrading to LED?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Does PSEG have a standard for new street lights?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Does PSEG have a standard for replacing street lights to ensure consistent color and brightness?
Division of Health
How Can We Manage Rodents in Hoboken?
Climate Action & Innovation
How Can We Manage the Spotted Lanternfly?
Climate Action & Innovation
How Do I Manage Emerald Ash Borers?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How Do I Manage Japanese Knotweed?
Municipal Court
How can I get more information regarding my summons/court date?
Municipal Court
How can I pay for a parking ticket?
Municipal Court
How can I request an adjourment?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How can I stop the delivery of free newspapers and circulars?
Municipal Court
How can i find out if my ticket has points and if so how many?
Climate Action & Innovation
How do I Manage Web Worms?
Construction Code
How do I add or change PSEG service for new construction or renovations?
Cultural Affairs
How do I host an event in a park, roadway, or other public property in the City of Hoboken?
Climate Action & Innovation
How do I plant a tree?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How do I prune (trim) a tree?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How do I report a light pole issue?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How do I report a park light outage?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How do I report a power outage and receive updates on power outages?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How do I report a street light outage?
Climate Action & Innovation
How do I report a tree that is hitting power lines?
Climate Action & Innovation
How do I request tree pruning near power lines?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How does PSEG prune trees near power lines?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How does PSEG restore power after a storm event?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How does PSEG update the resident and City when the issue is scheduled to be addressed, and when the issue is ultimately resolved?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How often does PSEG prune trees near power lines?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How to I pay my bill, make an appointment, or change service?
How will my business receive deliveries if in a work zone?
Climate Action & Innovation
I am doing construction. Do you have guidance on how I can protect my street tree?
Climate Action & Innovation
I know of a tree that I believe is dying or is dangerous, who should I contact?
Climate Action & Innovation
Is the City notified when PSEG prunes trees near power lines?
Climate Action & Innovation
What do I need a tree permit for? How do I get one?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
What do I need to know before, during and after a storm regarding electric and gas safety?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
What is the timeframe for a street light repair from the date of reporting to repair?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
What should I do if I see a fallen wire?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
What should I do if I smell gas?
Municipal Court
Where can I park for court?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Who is responsible for the sidewalk in front of my building?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Who provides electric and natural gas service in Hoboken?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Why are there so many wires on poles?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Why can’t we move all wires underground?
Climate Action & Innovation
Why does PSEG prune trees near power lines?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Why does my streetlight that was just replaced appear brighter than the old streetlight?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Why should I report street light outages and pole issues directly to PSEG, rather than the City?
Will access to businesses or residences be obstructed during construction?
Will parking be restored overnight in work zones?
Will residents and businesses be notified prior to construction?
Will the project include replacement of sidewalks or street furniture?
Climate Action & Innovation
Are there any water service outages or alerts in Hoboken?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
What are the requirements for garbage containerization?
Community Development / Planning
When was the Hoboken Zoning Code adopted?
Community Development / Planning
How do I find out what zoning district my property is in?
Climate Action & Innovation
I have a leak on my property, what should I do?
Climate Action & Innovation
I see water in the street bubbling up, what do I do?
Community Development / Planning
What are the size limitations for what I can build on my property?
Climate Action & Innovation
I need my water turned off for my plumber, what do I do?
Community Development / Planning
My house is in the R-1 (R-2 or R-3) zone, what does that mean and what am I permitted to do with my property?
Community Development / Planning
How many units are permitted on a lot?
Community Development / Planning
I want to add or replace the fence around my yard. What do I need to know? What do I need for the application?
Climate Action & Innovation
My water has a smell, what should I do?
Climate Action & Innovation
How is my water quality?
Community Development / Planning
I want to open a business in town. Are there restrictions on the type of business and where it can be located?
Community Development / Planning
What size sign can I put on the front of my store?
Climate Action & Innovation
Who do I contact about the quality of my water?
Community Development / Planning
Does the sign size equation also apply to awnings?
Climate Action & Innovation
Why is my water cloudy?
Community Development / Planning
What are the operational guidelines for sidewalk cafes?
Community Development / Planning
Can I build a deck in my back yard?
Community Development / Planning
Can I build a roof deck?
Community Development / Planning
Where can I find a copy of the flood map for Hoboken?
Climate Action & Innovation
Does the Shade Tree Commission have a list of trees that they recommend for planting?
Climate Action & Innovation
Who should trim the tree in front of my house?
Climate Action & Innovation
I know of a tree that I believe is dying or is dangerous, who should I contact?
Climate Action & Innovation
When does the Hoboken Shade Tree commission meet? How can I join the Commission?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
What are the benefits and reasons for planting trees in Hoboken?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How can I find out info on the tree(s) on my Street?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
I moved my car for street cleaning, but my street was not plowed.
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Why is it important to keep sidewalks clear?
Can I ride my bike on the sidewalk?
Transportation and Parking
Should bikes ride with or against traffic?
Transportation and Parking
Where should I ride if there is no shoulder or bike lane and the travel lane is too narrow to share?
How do I apply to serve on a citizen advisory board or commission?
Division of Health
Are dogs permitted in parks and playgrounds?
Division of Health
How do I get a license for my dog?
Division of Health
What should I do if I find a stray pet or have feral cats or nuisance wildlife in my yard?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Where are dog runs in Hoboken?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
I am interested in holding a block party, 5K run, or other event on City property. What is the process?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
When and where are the farmers markets?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
How can I get a free recycling bin?
Parks, Recreation & Public Works
Why does garbage collection take place at night?
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