• Brian Laird, Construction Official 973-331-3318
• Deborah Gamsby, Administrative Clerk 973-331-3318
• Craig Smith, Plumbing Sub-code Official 973-331-3318
• Harold Endean, Electrical Sub-code Official 973-331-3318
• Ken Sudol, Fire Inspector 973-331-3318

Building Permit Information

What steps are involved in the Construction Permit Process?
The Uniform Construction Code (UCC) provides a specific process for construction permits.  This process is illustrated on the UCC-Construction Process Flowchart. 

• Replacing a roof
• Installing new siding
• Adding a bedroom or bathroom
• Adding an addition
• Interior alterations
• Constructing a deck
• Enclosing a porch
• Installing a dishwasher
• Replacing an electric stove with a gas stove
• Finishing a basement

• Repairing roofing or siding materials with like material, if the area doesn't exceed 25 percent of the roof within a year
• Repairing and replacing duct work
• Installing floor material, including carpeting
• Painting the exterior or interior
• Replacing any window or door, if no change in the dimensions or framing of the opening is involved
• Covering walls, plastering or placing a drywall on an existing wall
• Replacing glass in any window or door, if the glass conforms to minimum requirements
• Replacing any faucet or valve, if the piping system doesn't have to be rearranged