Edison, NJ Deck Permit: what you need, forms and fees
- Do you need a permit? Yes.
- Permits in order: Zoning, then Construction.
- Fee: Call the office — published fees disagree.
- Office phone: 732-248-7257.
Free: official forms and an online fill preview. $29 one time per project for clean filled forms plus your full package. Edison forms page (opens official site in new tab)
Deck zoning fee conflict: $100 (current Zoning Application sheet) vs $50 (2021 Deck Coverage sheet) Confirm the current amount with the office.
Step by step
- Check zoning rules for your lot (setbacks and lot coverage for your zone) 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).
- Call the office for the current fee. The published sources disagree.
- 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 (material, dimensions, height)
- 3 copies of survey to scale showing deck location
- 3 copies of deck drawings/plans to scale
- NJ UCC Construction Permit Application (F100): one original plus three copies, per DCA
Zoning limits on file
- Deck coverage and setbacks, R-B / RA-PRD detached: rear 30 ft; one side 6 ft; both sides 18 ft; decks under 24 in: accessory setbacks 3 ft side/rear; lot coverage 4% source (opens official site in new tab)
- Deck coverage and setbacks, R-BB: rear 30% lot depth; one side 10 ft; both sides 25 ft; decks under 24 in: accessory setbacks 5 ft side/rear; lot coverage 3% source (opens official site in new tab)
- Deck coverage and setbacks, R-A: rear 60 ft; one side 15 ft; both sides 30 ft; decks under 24 in: accessory setbacks 10 ft side/rear; lot coverage 3% source (opens official site in new tab)
- Deck coverage and setbacks, R-AA: rear 75 ft; one side 20 ft; both sides 50 ft; decks under 24 in: accessory setbacks 20 ft side/rear; lot coverage 2% source (opens official site in new tab)
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 deck in Edison?
Yes. The Code Enforcement page lists deck among work that requires a construction permit.
How much is the deck permit fee in Edison?
Deck: $100 (Payment due at time of receipt of application; check, money order or credit card.). Deck (older sheet): $50 (CONFLICTS with $100 on current Zoning Application sheet - reviewer must resolve). Construction: Construction fees not published on the cited page; confirm with the Construction Office..
What setbacks apply to a deck in Edison?
Deck coverage and setbacks, R-B / RA-PRD detached: rear 30 ft; one side 6 ft; both sides 18 ft; decks under 24 in: accessory setbacks 3 ft side/rear; lot coverage 4%. Rules vary by zone; confirm your zone with the zoning office.
What should I bring for a Edison deck 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 deck 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.