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Middlesex Borough Zoning / Planning (NJ): permits, forms, hours, inspections
Official-source contacts, forms and submission details for Middlesex Borough Zoning / Planning. Independent assistance; confirm before visiting.
Contact, address and hours
Office
Middlesex Borough Code Enforcement & Zoning; Matthew Dillingham, Director; 732-356-7400 ext. 260; zoning@middlesexboro-nj.govPhone
732-356-7400Email
zoning@middlesexboro-nj.govOffice
Middlesex Borough Code Enforcement & Zoning; Matthew Dillingham, Director; 732-356-7400 ext. 260; zoning@middlesexboro-nj.gov; cell 908-812-2169; in office 8:30-10:30am and 12:30-4:30pm, inspections 10:30am-12:30pm.Office
Zoning schedule; not opened (PDF redirects to squarespace CDN).Office
May be outdated.Office
Planning Board / Zoning Board of Adjustment.Office
All construction, zoning and board forms.Office
Linked from Zoning/Code Enforcement page.
Steps and process
Which office first
A Zoning Permit is required to install or replace a fence. Check setbacks with the Zoning Officer before purchasing.Where to submit
UnknownAsk the office: 732-356-7400. Where to submit was not stated in the available sources.What to bring
UnknownAsk the office: 732-356-7400. What to bring was not stated in the available sources.Payment methods
UnknownAsk the office: 732-356-7400. Payment methods was not stated in the available sources.Office hours
UnknownAsk the office: 732-356-7400. Office hours was not stated in the available sources.Schedule inspections
UnknownAsk the office: 732-356-7400. Schedule inspections was not stated in the available sources.
Fees, documents, payment and inspections
No sourced fee, document, payment or inspection details are on file. Unknown does not mean free or not required.
Forms
Residential Zoning Application (2026)
Unverified — confirm with the officeNon-Residential Zoning Application (2026)
Unverified — confirm with the officeCommercial Zoning Application / Resale Lease Certificate
Unverified — confirm with the officeCommercial Property Sale with No Change of Occupancy or Use
Unverified — confirm with the officeResidential Sale / Re-Rent Certificate Application
Unverified — confirm with the officeResidential Sale or Re-Rent Certificate Instructions
Unverified — confirm with the officeFloodplain Development Permit Application
Unverified — confirm with the officeTree Removal Permit
Unverified — confirm with the officeSign Permit (2026)
Unverified — confirm with the officeTemporary Banner Permit Application
Unverified — confirm with the officeAnnual Sandwich Board Sign Permit Application
Unverified — confirm with the officeSite Plan or Sub-Division Application (Commercial Variance)
Unverified — confirm with the officeResidential Certificate of Non-Conformity Application
Unverified — confirm with the officeResidential Variance Application
Unverified — confirm with the officeLand Use Application Fees (Ordinance 2108-24)
Unverified — confirm with the office
Common projects
deck
fence
shed
pool
addition
basement
Report outdated info
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.