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Edison, NJ Basement Permit: what you need, forms and fees
- Do you need a permit? Yes.
- Permits in order: Zoning, then Construction.
- Fee: $100 (Finished basement); Construction fees not published on the cited page; confirm with the Construction Office. (Construction).
- Office phone: 732-248-7257.
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Step by step
- Check zoning rules for your lot before you draw plans.
- Gather what to bring: 8 items listed below.
- Apply in order: Zoning, then Construction.
- Submit your application to Edison Township Division of Construction Code Enforcement (732-248-7257).
- Pay the fee: $100 for Finished basement.
- Wait for approval. Do not start work until the permit is issued.
- Schedule inspections: Inspections Mon-Fri 9 AM - 3:00 PM; inspectors must have 24 hours advance notice; Construction Office 732-248-7257.
- Pass the final inspection and ask whether you need a certificate (F270) to close the permit.
What to bring
- Prior approvals (zoning and any State/County/local approvals)
- Construction permit application (NJ DCA UCC forms) - THREE completed copies of each subcode technical form with original signatures/seals
- Two copies of construction plans (homeowner may prepare for own single-family dwelling; otherwise NJ licensed architect/engineer)
- Plot plan for addition, fence, shed or pool showing existing/proposed structures and distances to lot lines
- Zoning application (rooms and scope)
- 3 copies of basement plans
- Notarized Finished Basement Waiver if wet bar/kitchen/bathroom plumbing proposed
- NJ UCC Construction Permit Application (F100): one original plus three copies, per DCA
State forms used: F100.
Office
- Name
- Edison Township Division of Construction Code Enforcement
- Address
- 100 Municipal Boulevard, Edison, NJ 08817
- Phone
- 732-248-7257
- Unknown (not in our sources)
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Last checked October 24, 2026. Official source (opens official site in new tab)
Researched from official Edison sources Last checked October 24, 2026. Not yet reviewed line by line by PermitsWise staff.
FAQ
Do I need a permit for a basement in Edison?
Yes. The Code Enforcement page lists finished basement among work that requires a construction permit.
How much is the basement permit fee in Edison?
Finished basement: $100 (Payment due at time of receipt of application; check, money order or credit card. Not shown on the current Zoning Application (independent audit 2026-10-26); co). Construction: Construction fees not published on the cited page; confirm with the Construction Office.. Zoning: $100 (Zoning Application sheet). Zoning fee per Edison Zoning Application/Requirements sheet; payment due at time of receipt of application (check, money order, Visa or Mastercard; no cash)..
What should I bring for a Edison basement permit?
Prior approvals (zoning and any State/County/local approvals); Construction permit application (NJ DCA UCC forms) - THREE completed copies of each subcode technical form with original signatures/seals; Two copies of construction plans (homeowner may prepare for own single-family dwelling; otherwise NJ licensed architect/engineer); Plot plan for addition, fence, shed or pool showing existing/proposed structures and distances to lot lines.
Who do I contact about a basement permit in Edison?
Edison Township Division of Construction Code Enforcement. Address: 100 Municipal Boulevard, Edison, NJ 08817. Phone: 732-248-7257. Email: unknown (not in our sources).
PermitsWise is an independent service, not affiliated with Edison. Confirm details with the office.
Basement scope in New Jersey
Finishing a basement changes how the space is used, so the building, electrical and often plumbing and mechanical subcodes apply.
NJ DCA Uniform Construction Code. Local requirements not stated above must be confirmed with the office.