Highland Park, NJ Pool Permit: what you need, forms and fees
- Do you need a permit? Yes.
- Permits in order: Construction.
- Fee: Fees vary by project; construction fee schedule not published on the cited page. Payment required before permit issued and inspection scheduled; cash with exact change; credit card and online payments currently unavailable (Construction).
- Office phone: (732) 777-6013.
Free: official forms and an online fill preview. $29 one time per project for clean filled forms plus your full package.
Step by step
- Confirm with Highland Park Borough Building & Construction Division (Code Enforcement/Construction Department) that a pool needs a permit.
- Gather what to bring: 1 item listed below.
- Fill out the Construction application.
- Submit your application to Highland Park Borough Building & Construction Division (Code Enforcement/Construction Department) ((732) 777-6013).
- Pay the fee: Fees vary by project; construction fee schedule not published on the cited page. Payment required before permit issued and inspection scheduled; cash with exact change; credit card and online payments currently unavailable for Construction.
- Wait for approval. Do not start work until the permit is issued.
- Schedule inspections: Call (732) 777-6013 with your permit number; minimum 24-hour notice; inspection time depends on inspector availability. Inspectors do not call ahead; someone over 18 must be present. Missed inspections must be rescheduled by phone (no same-day return).
- Pass the final inspection and ask whether you need a certificate (F270) to close the permit.
What to bring
- NJ UCC Construction Permit Application (F100): one original plus three copies, per DCA
State forms used: F100.
Office
- Name
- Highland Park Borough Building & Construction Division (Code Enforcement/Construction Department)
- Address
- 221 South Fifth Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904
- Phone
- (732) 777-6013
- 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 Highland Park sources Last checked October 24, 2026. Not yet reviewed line by line by PermitsWise staff.
FAQ
Do I need a permit for a pool in Highland Park?
Yes. Swimming pools require permits per the Construction page.
How much is the pool permit fee in Highland Park?
Construction: Fees vary by project; construction fee schedule not published on the cited page. Payment required before permit issued and inspection scheduled; cash with exact change; credit card and online payments currently unavailable (Construction page)..
What should I bring for a Highland Park pool permit?
NJ UCC Construction Permit Application (F100): one original plus three copies, per DCA.
Who do I contact about a pool permit in Highland Park?
Highland Park Borough Building & Construction Division (Code Enforcement/Construction Department). Address: 221 South Fifth Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904. Phone: (732) 777-6013. Email: unknown (not in our sources).
PermitsWise is an independent service, not affiliated with Highland Park. Confirm details with the office.
Pool scope in New Jersey
Pools and hot tubs involve the building and electrical subcodes, plus barrier (fence) requirements that are inspected before the pool is used.
NJ DCA Uniform Construction Code. Local requirements not stated above must be confirmed with the office.