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Carteret, NJ Shed Permit: what you need, forms and fees
- Do you need a permit? Yes.
- Permits in order: Zoning.
- Fee: Call the office.
- Office phone: 732-541-3847.
Free: official forms and an online fill preview. $29 one time per project for clean filled forms plus your full package. Carteret forms page (opens official site in new tab)
Step by step
- Check zoning rules for your lot before you draw plans.
- Ask the office for its document checklist.
- Fill out the Zoning application (official form linked above).
- Submit your application to Borough of Carteret Zoning Official (John DuPont) (732-541-3847).
- Pay the fee the office quotes. Call to confirm the amount.
- Wait for approval. Do not start work until the permit is issued.
- Schedule inspections: Building Inspection Scheduling: 732-541-3810. Office hours 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Monday-Friday.
- Pass the final inspection and keep your approved permit with your house records.
What to bring
Our sources do not list documents for this project. Ask the office for its checklist.
Office
- Name
- Borough of Carteret Zoning Official (John DuPont)
- Address
- 61 Cooke Avenue, Carteret, NJ 07008
- Phone
- 732-541-3847
- Unknown (not in our sources)
- Hours
- Unknown (not in our sources); call before visiting
Last checked October 24, 2026. Official source (opens official site in new tab)
Researched from official Carteret sources Last checked October 24, 2026. Not yet reviewed line by line by PermitsWise staff.
FAQ
Do I need a permit for a shed in Carteret?
Yes. The Borough forms page lists a Shed Permit Application (electronic form) under zoning permit applications. Form content not verified (fetch blocked).
How much is the shed permit fee in Carteret?
The fee is not in our sources. Call Borough of Carteret Zoning Official (John DuPont) at 732-541-3847.
Who do I contact about a shed permit in Carteret?
Borough of Carteret Zoning Official (John DuPont). Address: 61 Cooke Avenue, Carteret, NJ 07008. Phone: 732-541-3847. Email: unknown (not in our sources).
PermitsWise is an independent service, not affiliated with Carteret. Confirm details with the office.
Shed scope in New Jersey
Small accessory storage sheds can be exempt from a construction permit under the UCC, but zoning setbacks still apply and larger sheds need building review.
NJ DCA Uniform Construction Code. Local requirements not stated above must be confirmed with the office.