Paver patios and walkways
Compacted base, edge restraint and joint sand
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HARDSCAPE · BERGEN COUNTY
Hardscape contractor in Bergen County, NJ
Bergen County lots are often small, so every paver patio, walkway and driveway counts against coverage and drainage limits. Several towns publish clear rules on coverage, driveway zoning and retaining walls. We build paver patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls and outdoor living spaces across the county.
Services
Hardscape services we offer
Paver driveways
Built on a deeper base for vehicle loads
Retaining walls
Segmental block walls with drainage stone and pipe
Outdoor living
Seat walls, steps, fire pit surrounds and borders
County Rules
Working on county roads in Bergen County
Driveway or walkway work that cuts into a Bergen County road needs a county road opening permit.
Bergen County road opening policy (PDF)Local Rules
Local rules that affect hardscape work
- Fair Lawn: an impervious coverage worksheet from Zoning.Fair Lawn worksheet
- Bergenfield: zoning permit application for driveways, fences and sheds.Bergenfield zoning permit
- Teaneck: zoning approval is the first step for driveways.Teaneck Land Use and Zoning
- Garfield: engineer or architect drawings for walls over 4 feet; zoning permit and survey below that.Garfield retaining wall handout (PDF)
Checked in October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the town before work starts. General information, not legal advice.
Service Area
Towns we serve in Bergen County
FAQ
Common questions about hardscape in Bergen County
Does a paver patio count toward impervious coverage in Bergen County towns?+
Usually, yes. Fair Lawn, for example, posts a worksheet for calculating impervious coverage. Check your town's limits before you plan.
Do I need zoning approval for a new driveway?+
In many Bergen towns, yes. Teaneck and Bergenfield both list driveways among projects needing zoning approval.
Do you give free estimates in Bergen County?+
Yes. Send us the details through our quote form or call (917) 532-5651. We review requests Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Planning hardscape work in Bergen County?
Mehal Construction Corp. is registered with SAM.gov for federal contracting and with NJ Public Works for state government contracting.