A construction permit represents permission to begin a construction project. The issuance of a permit indicates that plans for a project have been approved by the Township and have complied with the Uniform Construction Code and the Township Zoning Ordinances.
Please contact the Construction Department at 609-499-2130 for questions.
The Construction Office utilizes State of New Jersey Uniform Construction Code forms. To check which forms may be required for your permit, please call the Construction Department at 609-499-2130. State law mandates that the Construction Official issue a fine to any person who performs work without a permit if the construction is of a nature which requires a permit.
Along with the completed application, the applicant must submit two copies of the construction plans. These drawings may be done by the applicant for their own single family dwelling or by a New Jersey licensed architect. A New Jersey licensed architect is recommended for the preparation of plans for major projects. Major projects may need to include floor plans drawn to scale, sections, elevations and details. Minor projects such as decks and small additions can be drawn by a homeowner. There are some projects which require a New Jersey licensed engineer to prepare plans. Examples are an in-ground pool, grading plans and retaining walls more than 4 feet in height.
For any additions to the property, the applicant must also submit a zoning application along with a property survey. The survey must indicate:
- All existing structures on the property.
- The location of the proposed structure you are requesting approval for.
- Distances to the lot lines, septic system and well.
- The location of any easements on the property.
Yes, however State law requires that any body of water 24” or deeper MUST BE surrounded with a pool barrier (fence or wall) which meets the 2018 International Pool & Spa Code (ISPSC). Not all types of fences meet the State Code.
Please visit the following link to the NJ DCA website to find the currently adopted codes: https://www.nj.gov/dca/divisions/codes/codreg/index.html
Per UCC regulations, we have 20 business days to issue a permit. While it doesn’t usually take us that long, please refrain from calling us for “status updates”. If details are missing in the submission of the application, the applicant will be advised. When all information is in order, the application will be reviewed again within 10 days.
See Township Code Book, Chapter 64-3
The property owner is responsible for all permits, even if the contractor signs for it.
Click here for instructions on how to fill out the Construction Permit.
Look on your tax bill, water bill or click here (enter your address in the “Property Location” box and click “Search”).
Work may be started without a permit in case of an emergency. You have 72 hours to apply for a permit.
Fuel-fired mechanicals pose a threat of carbon monoxide poisoning if not properly installed and vented. That is also why you should set up an inspection shortly after the work is completed.
All projects for which permits have been issued are required to be inspected. Inspections ensure that the work performed complies with the current codes. There is no fee for inspections, as it is covered by the permit fee.
Some projects require more than one inspection and remember to call for “final inspection,” as applicable. Do not assume that your contractor has taken care of this requirement. Ultimately, the property owner is the responsible party.
Upon successful completion of an inspection, the inspector will leave an approval sticker at the work site, and/or a Certificate of Approval or Certificate of Occupancy will be mailed to the owner after the successful completion of all required inspections of the project.
A construction permit represents permission to begin a construction project. The issuance of a permit indicates that plans for a project have been approved by the Township and have complied with the Uniform Construction Code and the Township Zoning Ordinances.
Please contact the Construction Department at 609-499-2130 for questions.
The Construction Office utilizes State of New Jersey Uniform Construction Code forms. To check which forms may be required for your permit, please call the Construction Department at 609-499-2130. State law mandates that the Construction Official issue a fine to any person who performs work without a permit if the construction is of a nature which requires a permit.
Along with the completed application, the applicant must submit two copies of the construction plans. These drawings may be done by the applicant for their own single family dwelling or by a New Jersey licensed architect. A New Jersey licensed architect is recommended for the preparation of plans for major projects. Major projects may need to include floor plans drawn to scale, sections, elevations and details. Minor projects such as decks and small additions can be drawn by a homeowner. There are some projects which require a New Jersey licensed engineer to prepare plans. Examples are an in-ground pool, grading plans and retaining walls more than 4 feet in height.
For any additions to the property, the applicant must also submit a zoning application along with a property survey. The survey must indicate:
- All existing structures on the property.
- The location of the proposed structure you are requesting approval for.
- Distances to the lot lines, septic system and well.
- The location of any easements on the property.
Yes, however State law requires that any body of water 24” or deeper MUST BE surrounded with a pool barrier (fence or wall) which meets the 2018 International Pool & Spa Code (ISPSC). Not all types of fences meet the State Code.
Please visit the following link to the NJ DCA website to find the currently adopted codes: https://www.nj.gov/dca/divisions/codes/codreg/index.html
Per UCC regulations, we have 20 business days to issue a permit. While it doesn’t usually take us that long, please refrain from calling us for “status updates”. If details are missing in the submission of the application, the applicant will be advised. When all information is in order, the application will be reviewed again within 10 days.
See Township Code Book, Chapter 64-3
The property owner is responsible for all permits, even if the contractor signs for it.
Click here for instructions on how to fill out the Construction Permit.
Look on your tax bill, water bill or click here (enter your address in the “Property Location” box and click “Search”).
Work may be started without a permit in case of an emergency. You have 72 hours to apply for a permit.
Fuel-fired mechanicals pose a threat of carbon monoxide poisoning if not properly installed and vented. That is also why you should set up an inspection shortly after the work is completed.
All projects for which permits have been issued are required to be inspected. Inspections ensure that the work performed complies with the current codes. There is no fee for inspections, as it is covered by the permit fee.
Some projects require more than one inspection and remember to call for “final inspection,” as applicable. Do not assume that your contractor has taken care of this requirement. Ultimately, the property owner is the responsible party.
Upon successful completion of an inspection, the inspector will leave an approval sticker at the work site, and/or a Certificate of Approval or Certificate of Occupancy will be mailed to the owner after the successful completion of all required inspections of the project.