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Perth Amboy, us-nj
Perth Amboy Building Department (NJ): permits, forms, hours, inspections
Official-source contacts, forms and submission details for Perth Amboy Building Department. Independent assistance; confirm before visiting.
Contact, address and hours
Office
City of Perth Amboy Department of Code Enforcement, 375 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861; (732) 826-0183; Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Phone
(732) 826-0183Address
375 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861Office
City of Perth Amboy Department of Code Enforcement, 375 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861; (732) 826-0183; Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Director Irving Lozada; fax 732-826-5830. Electrical, plumbing, building and housing inspectors.Office
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Code Enforcement flood information and FEMA maps.
Steps and process
Which office first
Zoning approval first (Zoning Officer has ten days to review), then construction permit (Construction Code Department has twenty days). Minor work such as roofing/siding usually issued same day. Construction cannot begin before the construction permit is issued.Where to submit
UnknownAsk the office: (732) 826-0183. Where to submit was not stated in the available sources.What to bring
Two sets of plans and supporting documentation (NJ licensed architect/engineer, or homeowner for own residence)Payment methods
UnknownAsk the office: (732) 826-0183. Payment methods was not stated in the available sources.Office hours
City of Perth Amboy Department of Code Enforcement, 375 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861; (732) 826-0183; Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Director Irving Lozada; fax 732-826-5830. Electrical, plumbing, building and housing inspectors.Schedule inspections
UnknownAsk the office: (732) 826-0183. Schedule inspections was not stated in the available sources.
Fees, documents, payment and inspections
fees
Building permit fee amounts not published in the guide; confirm with Code Enforcement.requiredDocuments
Property surveyrequiredDocuments
Two sets of plans and supporting documentation (NJ licensed architect/engineer, or homeowner for own residence)requiredDocuments
Copy of contract between homeowner and contractor (certain construction)requiredDocuments
Contractor licensed with the City of Perth Amboy for residential home improvementssubmissionProcess
Zoning approval first (Zoning Officer has ten days to review), then construction permit (Construction Code Department has twenty days). Minor work such as roofing/siding usually issued same day. Construction cannot begin before the construction permit is issued.Certificate of Code Compliance re-inspection fee
25
Forms
Property Maintenance & Improvement - A Homeowner's Guide to the Permitting and Inspection Process (2021)
Unverified — confirm with the officeCertificate of Code Compliance Application (with fee schedule, inspection checklist, rental registration)
Unverified — confirm with the officeNJ UCC Construction Permit Application F100 (state form)
Unverified — confirm with the office
Common projects
deck
fence
shed
pool
addition
basement
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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.