Woodbridge Township, NJ — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Department, Department of Planning and Development

Street address

1 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

Phone

732-602-6003

Coverage

All properties within Woodbridge Township.

Online portal

Building Department

Manual submission

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Woodbridge Township

New construction, alterations, additions, decks, pools, generators, solar panels, signs, demolition.

Scope of work

Permit?

Repair/replacement of existing roof covering on detached one or two-family dwellings

Exempt

Repair/replacement of existing siding (except polypropylene)

Exempt

Installation of burglar alarm/security systems

Exempt

Exempt Repair/replacement of existing roof covering on detached one or two-family dwellings
Exempt Repair/replacement of existing siding (except polypropylene)
Exempt Installation of burglar alarm/security systems

Note: Municipal permits no longer required for specified exempt work categories.

Required documents

Zoning Permit Application
NJ DCA UCC forms and applicable subcode sections
Manufacturer specifications
Property survey
Contractor NJ license

Building code: New Jersey Uniform Construction Code (UCC)
Permit validity: 12 months from date of last inspection per NJ UCC.
Owner-builder: Owner-builders permitted for own single-family dwelling.
Contractor requirements: NJ licensed contractor required.

Source: Building Department, Department of Planning and Development ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Solar permits: within 10 business days. Other permits vary based on complexity.

01

Obtain NJ DCA UCC forms and Township Zoning Permit Application.
02

Prepare three copies of manufacturer specifications and construction plans as required.
03

Submit application by mail or in-person at 3rd Floor of Town Hall.
04

Verify if Zoning Permit is required before or alongside building permit.
05

City staff reviews and processes application.
06

Respond to correction comments and resubmit revised documents if required.
07

Pay permit fees and obtain permit before starting work.

Typical processing time: Solar permits: within 10 business days. Other permits vary based on complexity.

Source: Building Department, Department of Planning and Development ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Woodbridge Township building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Plan check fee

Included in permit calculation

Permit fee formula

Per State Uniform Construction Code fee schedule

Reinspection fee

As per municipal ordinance

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

732-602-6033 (phone)
Email request (email)

Scheduling deadline: Usually next day or within 3 business days.
Inspection hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM; Tuesday until 6:30 PM

Typical sequence: Per NJ UCC standards.

Source: Building Department, Department of Planning and Development ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Woodbridge Township permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Woodbridge Township, NJ? ▸

New construction, alterations, additions, decks, pools, generators, solar panels, signs, demolition.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Woodbridge Township, NJ? ▸

Building permit fees in Woodbridge Township, NJ are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Per State Uniform Construction Code fee schedule. Plan check fee: Included in permit calculation.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Woodbridge Township, NJ? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Woodbridge Township, NJ, follow these steps: 1. Obtain NJ DCA UCC forms and Township Zoning Permit Application. 2. Prepare three copies of manufacturer specifications and construction plans as required. 3. Submit application by mail or in-person at 3rd Floor of Town Hall. 4. Verify if Zoning Permit is required before or alongside building permit. 5. City staff reviews and processes application. 6. Respond to correction comments and resubmit revised documents if required. 7. Pay permit fees and obtain permit before starting work.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Woodbridge Township, NJ? ▸

Building permit processing times in Woodbridge Township, NJ typically run Solar permits: within 10 business days. Other permits vary based on complexity.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Woodbridge Township, NJ? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Woodbridge Township, NJ. The following work is generally exempt: Repair/replacement of existing roof covering on detached one or two-family dwellings; Repair/replacement of existing siding (except polypropylene); Installation of burglar alarm/security systems. Note: Municipal permits no longer required for specified exempt work categories. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Woodbridge Township, NJ? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Woodbridge Township, NJ via: 732-602-6033, Email request. Usually next day or within 3 business days..

last verified April 2026 source Building Department, Department of Planning and Development ↗ entry id permits/new-jersey/middlesex/woodbridge-township

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