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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Mantua Township
A building permit is required for most construction within Mantua Township.
- Exempt Ordinary maintenance per N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.7
Note: Check Construction Checklist available online for permit requirements. Contact office for specific exemption determinations.
- Construction Permit Application
- Zoning Permit approval (required before construction permit)
- Construction plans
- Home improvement contractor registration
- All prior approvals (Planning Board, etc.)
- Building code
- NJ Uniform Construction Code (UCC)
- Permit validity
- 12 months from date of issuance; extendable upon request. Permit expires if no inspection is requested within 12 months of last inspection.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders may prepare own plans for single-family owner-occupied residential projects.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractor registration required. Contractors must hold valid NJ license and home improvement contractor registration.
Application process
Typical processing: 10-15 working days for residential permits; 30 days for commercial permits.
- 01 Obtain Zoning Permit from Zoning Office (Extension 130) - REQUIRED FIRST.
- 02 Complete Construction Permit Application.
- 03 Submit all prior approvals (Planning Board, Pinelands, etc.).
- 04 Provide home improvement contractor registration.
- 05 Submit required construction plans.
- 06 Pay applicable fees.
Typical processing time: 10-15 working days for residential permits; 30 days for commercial permits.
Fee schedule
Mantua Township building permit fees
Zoning Application Fee: $15.00; Solar Application Fee: $100.00; Wireless Antenna Modification: $500.00. Planning Board Applications: Filing Fee $100.00 (non-refundable), Escrow Fee $500.00, 200-foot Certified List $10.00.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- (856) 468-9050 (phone)
- mriggs@mantuatownship.com (email)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24-hour advance notice required for inspection requests.
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM; Tuesday Evenings, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Typical sequence: Inspections included in permit cost. All inspectors are NJ State Licensed. Certificate of Occupancy (CO) available for pickup noon the following day after approval. Mailing/emailing available with self-addressed stamped envelope or email provided.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Mantua Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Mantua Township, NJ? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Mantua Township, NJ? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Mantua Township, NJ? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Mantua Township, NJ? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Mantua Township, NJ? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Mantua Township, NJ? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Mantua Township Construction Department (Uniform Construction Code Office) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.