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Cranbury, NJ Basement Permit: what you need, forms and fees
- Do you need a permit? Yes.
- Permits in order: Construction.
- Fee: Call the office.
- Office phone: 609-664-3125.
Free: official forms and an online fill preview. $29 one time per project for clean filled forms plus your full package. Cranbury forms page (opens official site in new tab)
Step by step
- Confirm with Cranbury Township Construction / Code Enforcement that a basement needs a permit.
- Gather what to bring: 4 items listed below.
- Fill out the Construction application (official form linked above).
- Submit your application to Cranbury Township Construction / Code Enforcement (609-664-3125).
- Pay the fee the office quotes. Call to confirm the amount.
- Wait for approval. Do not start work until the permit is issued.
- Schedule inspections: Request inspections through the township GovPilot Inspection Request portal (https://main.govpilot.com/web/public/23ab5fde-290_Construction-Permit-Township-of-Cranbury?uid=7199&ust=NJ&pu=1&id=0). Inspection days: Construction Official/Building and Fire Mon-Fri; Electrical Tue/Wed/Thu AM; Plumbing Tue/Thu AM.
- Pass the final inspection and ask whether you need a certificate (F270) to close the permit.
What to bring
- Two sets of plans signed by homeowner or signed and sealed by NJ licensed architect
- Construction permit application folder
- Building, electrical, plumbing and fire subcode forms
- NJ UCC Construction Permit Application (F100): one original plus three copies, per DCA
State forms used: F100.
Office
- Name
- Cranbury Township Construction / Code Enforcement
- Address
- Unknown (not in our sources)
- Phone
- 609-664-3125
- 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 Cranbury sources Last checked October 24, 2026. Not yet reviewed line by line by PermitsWise staff.
FAQ
Do I need a permit for a basement in Cranbury?
Yes. Construction Permit Application Checklist for finished basements.
How much is the basement permit fee in Cranbury?
The fee is not in our sources. Call Cranbury Township Construction / Code Enforcement at 609-664-3125.
What should I bring for a Cranbury basement permit?
Two sets of plans signed by homeowner or signed and sealed by NJ licensed architect; Construction permit application folder; Building, electrical, plumbing and fire subcode forms; NJ UCC Construction Permit Application (F100): one original plus three copies, per DCA.
Who do I contact about a basement permit in Cranbury?
Cranbury Township Construction / Code Enforcement. Address: unknown (not in our sources). Phone: 609-664-3125. Email: unknown (not in our sources).
PermitsWise is an independent service, not affiliated with Cranbury. Confirm details with the office.
Basement scope in New Jersey
Finishing a basement changes how the space is used, so the building, electrical and often plumbing and mechanical subcodes apply.
NJ DCA Uniform Construction Code. Local requirements not stated above must be confirmed with the office.