
Work involving the altering and modifying of existing buildings and structures, renovations and the installation of fixtures and certain equipment also requires a construction permit. The construction permit is a license that grants legal permission to begin construction - is required for all new buildings and structures. The ultimate goal is to make all buildings and structures erected in the municipality safe for the intended occupancy and use. Upon final inspections and approvals, the permit process ends when the project or installation is certified for occupancy and/or use. This is to insure compliance with applicable codes and standards. The permit process begins with plan review. The primary responsibility of the Construction Department is to maintain the state mandated system for processing permits, performing inspections, to track and pursue code violations and unsafe structures.

The departments provides all the services mandated under the state UCC. The Uniform Construction Code (UCC) combines administrative regulations and technical standards adopted by the State of New Jersey for construction.


