Construction             

Scheduling Inspections

• You will be contacted with confirmation following your request
  
• Same day inspections are not available
• We do not schedule for holidays and office closings
• Permits with multiple sub-codes must pass all other inspections prior to the building inspection (rough or final)
• Someone over the age of 18 must be present to let the inspectors onto the property OR a lock box code must be provided with a valid contact name and number
  

General Permit Information

Work such as any minor or major work as defined by the UCC (but not limited to the following): additions, alterations, rehabilitation projects, demolitions, finished basements, electrical services, lawn sprinkler systems, concrete patios, solar panels, A/C replacements, furnace replacements, water heater replacements, HVAC work, boiler replacements, enclosed porches, outdoor generators, above/inground pools, and sewer line replacements, etc. must always have all associated permits and approvals, prior to beginning the project. Some projects may require prior approvals from different departments. Please confirm with the clerk when submitting your application.

Permitting Process:

1. A permit is received (date stamped) by the Construction Department and reviewed for completeness. 
   a. If complete: It is put into the Plan Review process.
   b. If incomplete: We will request missing information, permit is placed in pending file.
2. A plan review is done by each Subcode Official that is required by the permit work-type.
3. If approved: the permit is signed off by the Construction Official for final approval
4. If denied: plan review notes are e-mailed, mailed, or called in to the appropriate party. Plan review will commence once material is received. 
5. With complete permit approval, the office will contact the designated representative for payment (the General Contractor).
6. Once payment is received, the permits are provided to the payee or mailed back to the originator. Work is permitted to commence.
7. The ORANGE placard should be posted in a front window or door where it can be visible from the street and remain posted until all inspections pass.
   

SUBMIT ONLINE APPLICATION
*Online applications must follow up with a hard copy submitted to the office within 72 hours of making an online submission.

Forms

Construction permit forms & applications

Applications can be brought to the office, mailed in, or left in the municipal building's official drop box (next to the flag poles).

Construction forms must be deemed complete to properly begin plan review; including, but not limited to:

• Original signatures & seals
• At least 2 sets of drawings, 3 if specified
• Description of work, including any materials or identifying sizes
• Quantified items being installed/replaced & sizes, in KW/AMP/HP/FT (if applicable)
• Cost of work for each sub-code & a total cost of the job
• Resubmissions must be labeled with a reference number; such as a control number or permit number
• Permit updates require a permit number on the technical section

If the property owner does not have a New Jersey mailing address, a NJ representative must provide their name, NJ address, and phone number with the permit application. P.O. Boxes are not acceptable.

Anything not supplied by the applicant, that is required by the inspections department, could result in a delayed approval. If an application is incomplete, the application is subjected to be held in pending, until requested information is resubmitted.

Demolition Requirements

Demo permits require:

1. Permit jacket + each sub-code that is affected (such at utility shut offs for electrical & plumbing, or disconnecting fire sprinkler systems)

2. Please refer to the demo checklist when submitting a permit application.

Dumpster Requirements

Dumpsters require approval from the Township. Applications can be submitted to the Zoning Office by completing the Zoning Form. They are approved for use up to 30 days and must be place in the driveway. Corner properties may be subject to additional requirements. If a dumpster cannot be placed in the driveway, further instruction from the Zoning Official is required, as the dumpster cannot obstruct traffic without proper coning and traffic coordination.

Pool Permits

Zoning and construction applications for pool permits can be submitted together to streamline the process. See the pool brochure for some ordinance information.

1^st – Zoning Department

1. A pool requires zoning approval, for placement of the pool (in relation to your home, shed, and property lines).
2. Completed zoning form.
3. $50 check to Edgewater Park Twp. (for residential properties)
4. A copy of the property survey, drawn in different color pen show where the pool will be, dimensions of pool, distances from surrounding property lines, and structures.
5. You will receive approval or denial notice.

2^nd – Construction Department

Once zoning is approved your work will require a construction permit application for the build of the pool.

1. Requires the electric technical sheet.
2. Requires the building technical sheet.
3. Requires the permit jacket for all the documents to go into.
4. Include any pool spec. paperwork.
5. Copy of  the zoning approval.

The construction permit will have a separate fee established once it is reviewed. When the permit is given final approval, we will contact the permit applicant/contractor with payment information.

Quick FAQs

• Asbestos Siding: If being removed, must be placed into a #6 Milliliter Double Bag.
• Asphalt: If removing, it can be taken to: Burlington County Asphalt, Mt. Holly, NJ #609-267-2306 or Meredith Asphalt, Riverton, NJ #856-829-4343.
• Demolition Permits: See Construction Fees for specific information. Before issuing a demolition permit the following must be provided:
  a. Letters from the utilities: electric, gas, water, & sewer.
  b. Certificate of Insurance.
  
• Doors: For door replacement of same size, no permit is required.
• Garage Door: For door replacement of same size, no permit is required.
• Driveways: Only zoning permit required.
• Fire & Burglar Alarms: Less than 24 Volts, no permit required. More than 24 Volts, a permit is required.
• Windows: No permit is required to replace an existing window with the same size window. If a window is being enlarged or made smaller, a permit is required.