Official forms are free. Get your unsigned permit package prepared for $29; government fees are separate.
NJ shed permit: state rules, forms and town packages
Small accessory storage sheds can be exempt from a construction permit under the UCC, but zoning setbacks still apply and larger sheds need building review.
25 town packages on file for this project. Permits named most often in those towns: Zoning (16); Construction (4).
What the project usually involves
- Zoning decides where a shed can sit on the lot, regardless of size.
- Size and use determine whether the building subcode applies; confirm with your construction office.
- Running power to a shed adds an electrical permit (F120).
- Keep the zoning approval with your property records.
Sources: NJ DCA: Uniform Construction Code (N.J.A.C. 5:23) (opens official site in new tab) · NJ DCA: construction permit forms (opens official site in new tab). Your town's office has the final word; where our data is silent, call the office.
State forms
Find your town
Choose a town below, then get the $29 package for that town.
Middlesex County
- Carteret shed permit
- Cranbury shed permit
- Dunellen shed permit
- East Brunswick shed permit
- Edison shed permit
- Helmetta shed permit
- Highland Park shed permit
- Jamesburg shed permit
- Metuchen shed permit
- Middlesex shed permit
- Milltown shed permit
- Monroe shed permit
- New Brunswick shed permit
- North Brunswick shed permit
- Old Bridge shed permit
- Perth Amboy shed permit
- Piscataway shed permit
- Plainsboro shed permit
- Sayreville shed permit
- South Amboy shed permit
- South Brunswick shed permit
- South Plainfield shed permit
- South River shed permit
- Spotswood shed permit
- Woodbridge shed permit
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.