Code Enforcement

The Construction Official is the chief administrator of the enforcing agency, responsible for administering and enforcing the provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code. He is responsible for coordinating the work of the office staff, subcode officials, and inspectors.

The Construction Official reviews and issues all construction permits, signs all violation notices, releases certificates of occupancy, and retains all applicable records. He is also responsible for preparing the annual budget to ensure the proper operation of the department.

The Construction Official oversees the operation of the following personnel:

Building Subcode Official
Electrical Subcode Official
Fire Subcode Official
Plumbing Subcode Official
Technical Assistant 

The Following items are required to obtain a construction permit:

A zoning permit

Hunterdon County Board of Health Construction Referral Form

Survey and plans

Building jacket and permits completed

Please note that construction permits are picked up and paid for at:

N.J. Bureau of Code Enforcement
171 Route 173, Suite 107
Asbury, NJ 08802

Phone: (908) 713-0722
Fax: (908) 713-0995