Princeton, New Jersey

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2nd Oct 2025
Date Published
9th Sep 2024

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Planning and Zoning for Princeton, NJ

Largest Zones in Princeton, NJ

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    The Zoning Map for the City of Princeton in NJ divides the city’s real estate into zones differentiated according to land use and building regulations.

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    What is the Land Use Allocation in Princeton, NJ?

    The following table illustrates how land is allocated for various uses within Princeton, NJ as defined by city ordinances.

    Permitted Use TypePermitted Use Sub TypePercentageArea(sq. m)
    Parking2.11%428.11
    Parking garage or lot2.11%428.11
    Industrial0.61%123.38
    Hazardous materials handling or processing0.61%123.38
    Equipment rental and repair services (excluding automobiles)0.16%31.54
    Storage and warehouses4.43%900.11
    Manufacturing0.61%123.38
    General industrial0.61%123.38
    Residential66.40%13497.38
    Two family dwelling11.39%2315.30
    Dwellings (unspecified)6.34%1288.67
    Communal housing29.99%6096.29
    Accessory dwelling unit26.24%5333.24
    Multi family dwelling15.02%3052.79
    Single family dwelling66.40%13497.38
    Mechanical37.76%7675.59
    Utility structures51.73%10514.33
    Communication towers37.76%7675.59
    Other31.51%6405.39
    Signage37.70%7663.73
    Accessory52.64%10699.95
    Multiple31.51%6405.39
    Retail0.85%172.70
    Eating and drinking establishments3.86%783.62
    Professional services0.75%151.94
    General retail4.63%940.21
    Personal services0.85%172.70
    Community0.83%168.28
    Medical3.67%745.04
    Public, quasi-public, and government37.86%7695.27
    Schools and universities38.39%7803.46
    Transportation facilities and infrastructure0.83%168.28
    Lodging0.67%136.74
    Hotel/motel0.67%136.74
    Commercial3.59%730.00
    Professional office4.69%953.57
    General commercial0.68%138.42
    Entertainment3.75%761.54
    Non-retail sales0.61%123.38
    Automobile related uses0.85%172.70
    Research and laboratory facilities3.59%730.00