PermitNotebook

New Jersey permit requirements

Each county and city in New Jersey runs its own permit office with its own thresholds, fees, and portals. Use the links below to find the office and requirements for your project.

Building code in New Jersey

New Jersey Uniform Construction Code (UCC). Adopts the International Residential Code (IRC) as the residential subcode, with New Jersey amendments.

Administered by New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA). Official source

Enforced by municipal construction code officials under a statewide framework.

Most local permit thresholds derive from this code. See our sources and standards.

Built without a permit in New Jersey? Penalties and how to fix it

Counties and cities

Compare a permit across New Jersey