Official forms are free. Get your unsigned permit package prepared for $29; government fees are separate.
NJ demolition permit: state rules, forms and town packages
Demolishing a structure needs a construction permit, and utilities must be disconnected before the permit is issued.
25 town packages on file for this project. Permits named most often in those towns: Construction (2).
What the project usually involves
- Utility disconnects (gas, electric, water, sewer) are typically documented before approval.
- The demolition is filed on the F100 with the F110 building section.
- Some towns also require zoning or historic review for full teardowns.
- A final inspection confirms the site is cleared and safe.
Sources: NJ DCA: Uniform Construction Code (N.J.A.C. 5:23) (opens official site in new tab) · NJ DCA: construction permit forms (opens official site in new tab). Your town's office has the final word; where our data is silent, call the office.
State forms
Find your town
Choose a town below, then get the $29 package for that town.
Middlesex County
- Carteret demolition permit
- Cranbury demolition permit
- Dunellen demolition permit
- East Brunswick demolition permit
- Edison demolition permit
- Helmetta demolition permit
- Highland Park demolition permit
- Jamesburg demolition permit
- Metuchen demolition permit
- Middlesex demolition permit
- Milltown demolition permit
- Monroe demolition permit
- New Brunswick demolition permit
- North Brunswick demolition permit
- Old Bridge demolition permit
- Perth Amboy demolition permit
- Piscataway demolition permit
- Plainsboro demolition permit
- Sayreville demolition permit
- South Amboy demolition permit
- South Brunswick demolition permit
- South Plainfield demolition permit
- South River demolition permit
- Spotswood demolition permit
- Woodbridge demolition permit
Permit preparation questions
Are official permit forms free?
Yes. Official permit forms are free to download; the $29 price is for PermitsWise preparation assistance.
What does the $29 package include?
A permit package filled with your information for your review. Government fees are separate; required signatures and office confirmation remain your responsibility.
Is PermitsWise a government agency?
No. PermitsWise is an independent preparation service, not affiliated with any government. A prepared package is not permit approval.