CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL

Construction Department     973-983-2809

Zoning Officer    973-983-2814

 CONSTRUCTION CODES IN EFFECT

AS OF April 6, 2009

 2006 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, NJ EDITION

2006 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, NJ EDITION

2006 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2006 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE

2004 ASHRAE STANDARD 90.1 (COMMERCIAL)

2008 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

2006 NATIONAL STANDARD PLUMBING CODE

2006 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2003 ICC/ANSIA 117.1 BARRIER FREE

 ALL INSPECTIONS MUST BE ARRANGED THROUGH THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANTS AT 973-983-2809

 ALL HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTORS MUST BE  REGISTERED WITH THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY AND PROVIDE A COPY OF THE LICENSE OBTAINED WHEN APPLYING FOR PERMITS.

 For information contact the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs at

1-888-656-6225

Website--www.NJConsumerAffairs.gov

THE INFORMATION ON THIS WEBSITE  IS GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY.  EACH PERMIT OBTAINED MUST BE REVIEWED ON ITS OWN MERIT AND MAY NEED MORE SPECIFIC DOCUMENTATION AND INFORMATION.  PLEASE CONTACT THE CONSTRUCTION OFFICE TO OBTAIN PARTICULARS.

Below is a list of the most common construction projects for which a permit is required.  There may be other situations not listed which may also need a building permit.  It is always best to call the Construction Department to check before you begin work.

1.  Submit 2 copies of a SURVEY showing deck location in relation to house and property lines.

2.  Submit TWO SETS of scaled drawings showing a top view and side view.  All drawings should indicate  owner’s name, address of job site, block and lot number. To draw your own plans you must be the owner and occupant of said      property.  If not, you need drawings by a New Jersey registered architect or professional engineer.

3.  The drawings submitted shall include the following information:

1. Show deck in relation to house and property lines.

2. Show door from house to deck.

3. Specify type of wood.  All lumber must be naturally durable or treated with a preservative.

4. Show footings, columns, girders, joists, ledger, flashing, decking, guardrails (for decks 30 inches above floor or grade), handrails, stairways, lateral bracing and connectors.

4.  Fill out building subcode form, certificate of occupancy form, construction
jacket.

5.  If a general contractor is used, a copy of his/her home improvement contractor
license must be included.

6.  Submit all the above paperwork to the Construction Department. PLEASE BE
SURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION IS COMPLETE BEFORE SUBMITTING
IT. If all paperwork is in order, then the Department has 20 working days to review and issue your permit.

 

Provide the following documentation to the Construction/Zoning Department:

1. 2 copies of the property survey showing the location of the proposed addition
(dimensions to scale). Indicate measurement from the closest points of
setbacks.

2. 2 complete sets of plans showing the following:

a. Elevation drawings
b. Cross section
c. Floor plan
d. Foundation plan
e. Plumbing riser diagram
f. Electric plan

3. Completed folder and subcode technical forms (may include building/fire/
electric/plumbing subcode/ co form and jacket.

4. Engineering approval required for all additions.

5. Health approval required when septic and/or well is involved.

6. New Jersey Energy Code Compliance sheet.

7. Proof of home builders registration from NJ Consumer Affairs.
Contact: 1-888-656-6225
Website: http://www.NJConsumerAffairs.gov

8. All cover sheet on drawings must include codes used to draft drawings.

 

YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:

1. A SURVEY OF YOUR PROPERTY SHOWING LOCATION OF POOL.
YOU MUST INDICATE THE LOCATION OF THE SEPTIC AND/OR WELL IF APPLICABLE.
2. FILTER AND PUMP SPECIFICATIONS SHOWING THE SIZE OF THE
FILTER AND AMOUNT OF WATER IT WILL PROCESS PER HOUR.
3. DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATION OF POOL
4. SPECIFICATIONS OF A HEATER IF INSTALLING ONE.

YOU WILL NEED TO FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING FORMS:

1. Building subcode
2. Electric subcode
3. Plumbing subcode (if installing a heater)
4. Fire subcode (if installing a heater)


ONCE THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT HAS RECEIVED A COMPLETE APPLICATION, IT HAS 20 WORKING DAYS TO REVIEW IT.

DO NOT FILL YOUR POOL WITH WATER UNTIL IT IS PROPERLY PROTECTED BY AN APPROVED ENCLOSURE OR BARRIER.

All pools must be at least 10 feet from all property lines and 10 feet from the principal structure.

NOTE: A corner lot is viewed differently from a typical rectangular lot. A corner
lot has 2 front property lines rather than one. The Construction Department
should be called for clarification of location.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR POOLS

ALL POOLS MUST HAVE A PROTECTIVE BARRIER


IN GROUND POOLS

Electric permit is required for G.F.I., lights, and bonding.
**The National Electric Code (N.E.C) is applied to all pools
**Due to the complexity of pool wiring, it is advisable to get the help
of a licensed electrical contractor.
Building permit is required for the installation of a pool
Plumbing permit is required for gas piping and heater
Fire permit is required for a heater
Pool or yard must be enclosed by at least 4’ fence with a self-
latching gate.
Engineering approval is required.

ABOVE GROUND POOLS

Electric permit is required for a G.F.I., lights and bonding
Building permit is required for installation of pool
Plumbing and Fire permit required if pool is to be heated
A 4’ (or higher) pool only requires a barrier around the stairs as long
as the pool is not sunken into the ground. The pool must
measure at least 4’ above the level of the ground to meet the
barrier requirements.
Engineering approval may be required.

NOTE: “A removable ladder shall not constitute an acceptable
alternative to the enclosure requirements.”