Many people have asked, "Why is it necessary to get a permit to work in my own home?" The reasons are many, starting with the health and safety of the public, which is the responsibility of the building department. A permit assures that the building department’s fire, electrical, plumbing, or building inspector, when called, will check the work done by a homeowner or contractor to make sure that he/she complies with the construction codes. Failure to secure permits or to request inspections could result in causing a fire hazard or contaminating a building’s water supply. Furthermore, if work done without a permit causes damage which results in an insurance claim, the insurance company may hold up paying a claim if it is discovered that no permit was issued for the work. When a building is sold, the building department does a mandatory CCO inspection at which time many finished basements, basement bathrooms and other remodeling projects are found to have been done without permits. At that time the building department is requested to do "visual" inspections, which could result in reopening walls and floors to inspect the work. Additionally, homeowners and contractors may be fined for doing work without a permit. It’s just not worth it. For your own health, safety and peace of mind, 'file for a permit'.

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What Construction Permits are Needed?

A CONSTRUCTION PERMIT, WHICH MAY INCLUDE A BUILDING, ELECTRICAL, FIRE AND/OR PLUMBING SUB-CODE TECHNICAL SECTION, IS REQUIRED TO DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

ALL CONSTRUCTION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
(THE FOLLOWING IS A GENERAL GUIDE- EACH JOB MAY HAVE DIFFERENT REQUIREMENTS AND MAY NEED MORE THAN IS LISTED BELOW)
CONSTRUCTION PERMIT APPLICATIONS FOR PROJECTS WHICH CHANGE THE FOOTPRINT OF THE BUILDING, LOT COVERAGE, USE OF THE SPACE, ETC. MAY ALSO REQUIRE A ZONING APPROVAL (PERMIT). AN APPLICATION IS ENCLOSED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION PERMIT APPLICATION WHEN OBTAINED AT THE MARLBORO TOWNSHIP CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT OFFICE.

Category - Permit(s) Needed

 ADDITIONS - All  NEW BUILDING - All
AIR CONDITIONING - Electric & Mechanical GAS PIPE - Mechanical
ALARMS - COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES ONLY
Burglar - Electric
Fire/Smoke/Carbon Monoxide - Electric & Fire		 POOL - Building, Electric,
Gas Heater- Mechanical, Electric
Propane Heater- Mechanical, Electric & Fire
ALTERATIONS - Residential or Commercial – All   PORCH – Building, Zoning Electric if needed
ASBSETOS REMOVAL - Building  RADON - Building, Electric
BASEMENT REFINISHING/REMODELING - Building, Electrical, Fire and Plumbing  RAMP – Building 
BATHROOM FIXTURES
Any piping changes – Plumbing   (need licensed plumbing contractor or homeowner)		  ROOF - Building (Not for SFD Detached)
CAR PORT - Building,  others as needed  RAISED PATIOS- BUILDING and ELECTRIC
CHIMNEY RELINE - Plumbing  SHED - Over 200 sq ft or over 10' high – Building, Electric (if needed)
DECK – Building   SIDING - Building (For SFD detached if using
POLYPROPELENE)
DEMOLITION – Building- COULD BE ALL  SIGNS - Building, if needed, Electric
ELECTRIC WORK - Electric  FIRE SPRINKLER - Fire
ELEVATOR – Elevator, Building, Electric, Fire   STEPS - Building
  
 FENCE - Building- If:
- around a pool or:
- over 6' or:
- commercial		  STOVE WOODBURNING - Building, Fire
 FIREPLACE - Building, Fire, Chimney Certification  TANK (installation, Plumbing & Fire
abandonment or removal) - Fire
 GARAGE – Building  - (others as needed)  TELEPHONE/COMM. POINTS/VOICE DATA/COMPUTER WIRING - Electric
 GAZEBO - If over 100 sqft & <10’ high – Building   TENANT FIT OUT - All
 HEATING/VENT/AC (HVAC) - Electric (if fuel fired equip. does not need licensed electrician), Mechanical (Also Fire if Commercial)  TRAILER –CONSTRUCTION BUILDING
SALES TRAILER- All
 HOOD - Fire & Electric  TEMPORARY MOBILE HOME – All
 LAWN SPRINKLER - Plumbing (Electric if hardwiring rain sensor)  GAS WATER HEATER – Mechanical
 MOVING A STRUCTURE - Building and all utility sign-offs as for demo. Also would require footing/foundation application for setting the structure in new location.  WINDOWS - adding, enlarging, or eliminating - Building

 

NOTE
All contractors are required to provide this office with a current copy of Home Improvement Contractor Registration (HIC) or other License from the State of New Jersey for all work on residential property except…...Landscaper Irrigation License.

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Construction Division

State Uniform Construction Code Updates. Letter HERE.

The Construction Division of the Marlboro Township Community Development Department is responsible for enforcing the regulations of the State Uniform Construction Code, which was established by the State of New Jersey to ensure that new construction (commercial, industrial, and residential) adhere to minimum standards of workmanship and safety. Construction Division inspectors review structural construction, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, and electrical work prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy to ensure compliance with current versions of the IBC NJ edition and IRC NJ edition, National Electric Code (NEC), National Standard Plumbing (NSPC), Energy Subcode, Mechanical Subcode, Fuel Gas Subcode, Barrier Free Subcode, and the State Uniform Construction Code. State inspectors are used to perform elevator inspections.

Effective January 1, 2006 all home improvement contractors must be registered with the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs. They will have to produce a registration card from the State before any permits can be issued. This is, of course, a benefit to the homeowners. For more information call Consumer Affairs at: 1-888-656-6225

 General Building Information

If you are building, remodeling, or adding onto your house or business, it must be done in accordance with the State Uniform Construction Code and generally requires a building permit.  Visit or call (732-536-0200, Ext. 1800) the Construction Division during the planning stages of your project, well before you begin construction, to make sure that you are proceeding according to Code and do not need to appear before the Planning Board or Zoning Board of Adjustment . An early visit will eliminate unnecessary delays in completing your project.

Construction Permit Application Process

The first step in obtaining a construction permit is to pick up a permit package from the Construction Division. The permit package will be customized based on the type of construction that you plan on performing. Be sure to completely fill out the supplied forms and adhere to the application requirements set forth below.

The Construction Division will call the homeowner or contractor when the permit is ready to be picked up. Once you have met the requirement for a building permit and paid the applicable fee, the construction permit is issued and construction can begin. A final inspection is required when the job is complete. If the project is completed in accordance with the Code, the Construction Official will issue a Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Approval.

General Guide as to Which Permits are Needed for Home Improvement/Home Construction Work.

Permit Application Requirements - All Permits APPLICATIONS HERE

  1. Completed Application
  2. Detailed drawing of the proposed construction. (2 Copies)
  3. Copy of estimate or list of materials and total cost. 
  4. Signed and notarized * Application for Zoning Approval Form.

* Note: The Township provides Notary Public Services.

There are additional permit application requirements for:

Pool Permits Additional Application Requirements

  1. Sealed pool specifications (in ground pools only).
  2. Pool brochure (above ground pool only).
  3. Pool grading plan.
  4. Electrical wiring and gas piping diagrams.
  5. Note on the plans and the UCC permit applications if there is a diving board.

Heating/AC System Permits Additional Application Requirements

  1. Brochure on heating or AC unit
  2. Diagram of electrical wiring or gas piping.
  3. Indication of where unit will be installed (e.g., attic, basement utility room, etc).
  4. Completed chimney certification form

Residential Interior Alterations Permits Additional Application Requirements

  1. Detailed plans of project signed and sealed by licensed architect or engineer. Homeowner is permitted to draw and sign his/her own plans. All plans submitted must have two copies.
  2. Electrical wiring and gas piping diagrams (if included in the work).

Commercial Interior Alterations Permits Additional Application Requirements

  1. Detailed plans of project signed and sealed by licensed architect or engineer. All plans submitted must have two copies.
  2. Electrical wiring and gas piping diagrams (if included in the work).

Residential Additions Permits Additional Application Requirements

  1. Detailed plans of project signed and sealed by licensed architect or engineer. Homeowner is permitted to draw and sign his/her own plans. All plans submitted must have two copies.
  2. Electrical wiring and gas piping diagrams.
  3. Health Department approval for any kitchen, bathroom or bedroom additions on a house with septic system.

Commercial Additions Permits Additional Application Requirements

  1. Prior Planning Board / Zoning Board approval All plans submitted must have two copies.
  2. Detailed plans of project signed and sealed by licensed architect or engineer.
  3. Electrical wiring and gas piping diagrams..

New Single Family Dwelling Permits Additional Application Requirements

  1. Prior Planning Board / Zoning Board approval
  2. Two sets of plans signed and sealed by licensed architect or engineer.
  3. Two surveys of property.
  4. Zoning Approval Permit Application must be submitted to the Zoning Division .
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