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Spotswood Borough, us-nj

Spotswood Borough Building Department (NJ): permits, forms, hours, inspections

Official-source contacts, forms and submission details for Spotswood Borough Building Department. Independent assistance; confirm before visiting.

Last checked 2026-10-24

Contact, address and hours

  • Office

    Spotswood Borough Division of Inspections (Building and Construction, Code Enforcement), 77 Summerhill Road, Spotswood, NJ 08884; 732-251-0700; Construction Official Frank Speranza ext. 8038, fsperanza@spotswoodboro.com
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  • Phone

    732-251-0700
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  • Email

    fsperanza@spotswoodboro.com
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  • Address

    77 Summerhill Road, Spotswood, NJ 08884
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  • Office

    Wix site; page states www.spotswoodboro.com is the only official website for the Borough of Spotswood. 77 Summerhill Road, Spotswood, NJ 08884; 732-251-0700; fax 732-416-1820.
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  • Office

    Spotswood Borough Division of Inspections (Building and Construction, Code Enforcement), 77 Summerhill Road, Spotswood, NJ 08884; 732-251-0700; Construction Official Frank Speranza ext. 8038, fsperanza@spotswoodboro.com; TACO Rachel Meade ext. 8032 (email listed as rwhite@spotswoodboro.com). Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12-1).
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Steps and process

  1. Which office first

    Submit application and plans to the Construction Office; if a zoning permit is required the application goes to the Zoning Officer first. Plan review up to 20 business days. Work may start after the construction permit is paid for and received.
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  2. Where to submit

    Spotswood Borough Division of Inspections (Building and Construction, Code Enforcement), 77 Summerhill Road, Spotswood, NJ 08884; 732-251-0700; Construction Official Frank Speranza ext. 8038, fsperanza@spotswoodboro.com; TACO Rachel Meade ext. 8032 (email listed as rwhite@spotswoodboro.com). Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12-1).
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  3. What to bring

    Two signed and sealed copies of plans, diagrams and specifications
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  4. Payment methods

    UnknownAsk the office: 732-251-0700. Payment methods was not stated in the available sources.
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  5. Office hours

    Spotswood Borough Division of Inspections (Building and Construction, Code Enforcement), 77 Summerhill Road, Spotswood, NJ 08884; 732-251-0700; Construction Official Frank Speranza ext. 8038, fsperanza@spotswoodboro.com; TACO Rachel Meade ext. 8032 (email listed as rwhite@spotswoodboro.com). Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12-1).
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  6. Schedule inspections

    Scheduling method/notice not stated on page; contact Division of Inspections 732-251-0700 (office Mon-Fri 8 AM-4 PM, closed 12-1).
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Fees, documents, payment and inspections

  • fees

    Fees not published on the cited page; confirm with the office.
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  • requiredDocuments

    Fully completed subcode permit form(s) with application jacket
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  • requiredDocuments

    Two signed and sealed copies of plans, diagrams and specifications
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  • requiredDocuments

    Zoning applications and approvals (if applicable)
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  • requiredDocuments

    Copies of licenses
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  • submissionProcess

    Submit application and plans to the Construction Office; if a zoning permit is required the application goes to the Zoning Officer first. Plan review up to 20 business days. Work may start after the construction permit is paid for and received.
    Unverified — confirm with the officeLast checked 2026-10-24 · Source (opens in new tab)

Forms

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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.