Demolitions

The demolishing and removal of a building or structure and the removal of all the debris from the parcel of land require a permit from the Township Department of Code Enforcement.

The following documents must be completed and submitted in order to file an application for the demolition of any structure:

A copy of the property survey showing the location of the structure(s) to be removed.

• Certificate stating the structure has been properly baited.
• Letter from Utility Company stating electric and gas has been disconnected.
• Letter from Telephone Company stating service has been disconnected.
• Construction Permit Application.
• Building Subcode Form.
• Plumbing Subcode Form (Signed and Sealed by a Licensed Plumber for the capping of the sewer and water lines.)
• If a septic tank is utilized, it must be located and abandoned in accordance with N.J.D.E.P. regulations.
• If there is a well, a letter from a Licensed Well Contractor is required stating the well has been capped.
• Debris Disposal Form.
• Compliance with U.C.C. Subchapter 8, Asbestos Abatement, if applicable.
• Compliance with N.J.A.C. 5:17, Lead Hazard Abatement, if applicable.

When the Permit is ready to be issued, you will be notified by phone. You will be told the amount of the permit fee, which you will pay when the Permit is picked up.

For building inspections, a separate inspection is required after the basement has been excavated and removed prior to backfill. All debris must be removed from the excavated site and properly disposed of prior to the first inspection. The final inspection will be performed after area is fine graded and stabilized.

For plumbing inspections, the final inspection for capping of sewer and water lines must be completed prior to building demolition.