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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Franklin Township
A building permit is required for most construction within Franklin Township.
Painting, wallpapering, trim work (interior/exterior)
Flooring material repair, replacement, or installation
Cabinet installation (non-structural)
Siding repair or replacement with like material not exceeding 25% of total exterior wall
Window/door replacement in same rough opening without altering dimensions
Glass replacement in existing windows/doors
Screen repair/replacement
Gutter and leader repair/replacement
Garden-type utility sheds 200 sq ft or less, 10 feet or less in height, with no utility connections
Ordinary maintenance and minor repairs
- Exempt Painting, wallpapering, trim work (interior/exterior)
- Exempt Flooring material repair, replacement, or installation
- Exempt Cabinet installation (non-structural)
- Exempt Siding repair or replacement with like material not exceeding 25% of total exterior wall
- Exempt Window/door replacement in same rough opening without altering dimensions
- Exempt Glass replacement in existing windows/doors
- Exempt Screen repair/replacement
- Exempt Gutter and leader repair/replacement
- Exempt Garden-type utility sheds 200 sq ft or less, 10 feet or less in height, with no utility connections
- Exempt Ordinary maintenance and minor repairs
Note: Exemption from permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. All work must comply with applicable codes.
Required documents
- Completed UCC F100 Construction Permit Application
- Two sets of construction plans
- Plot plan showing all existing and proposed structures
- Distances to all lot lines
- Location of easements
- Building code
- Uniform Construction Code (UCC)
- Permit validity
- 12 months from date of last inspection
- Owner-builder
- Owner-prepared plans permitted for owner-occupied single-family dwellings.
- Contractor requirements
- Licensed NJ architects or engineers required for commercial projects.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: 20 business days for complete applications
- 01 Contact Construction Department to determine if permit is required.
- 02 Submit completed UCC F100 application with all applicable subcode technical sections.
- 03 Provide two sets of construction plans (may be owner-prepared for owner-occupied single-family dwelling; otherwise must be sealed by NJ licensed architect or engineer).
- 04 Submit plot plan showing all existing and proposed structures with distances to lot lines.
- 05 Obtain prior approvals from other departments as required (Zoning, Health, Engineering).
- 06 Pay applicable fees.
Typical processing time: 20 business days for complete applications
§ 04
Fee schedule
Franklin Township building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Fees vary based on project valuation and subcodes involved
Specific fee schedule available at Construction Department
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 732-873-2500 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24 hours in advance recommended
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Typical sequence: Required inspections typically include: footing, foundation, framing, rough electrical/plumbing/fire, insulation, and final inspections.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Franklin Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Franklin Township, NJ? ▸
A building permit is required for most construction within Franklin Township.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Franklin Township, NJ? ▸
Building permit fees in Franklin Township, NJ are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Fees vary based on project valuation and subcodes involved.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Franklin Township, NJ? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Franklin Township, NJ, follow these steps: 1. Contact Construction Department to determine if permit is required. 2. Submit completed UCC F100 application with all applicable subcode technical sections. 3. Provide two sets of construction plans (may be owner-prepared for owner-occupied single-family dwelling; otherwise must be sealed by NJ licensed architect or engineer). 4. Submit plot plan showing all existing and proposed structures with distances to lot lines. 5. Obtain prior approvals from other departments as required (Zoning, Health, Engineering). 6. Pay applicable fees.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Franklin Township, NJ? ▸
Building permit processing times in Franklin Township, NJ typically run 20 business days for complete applications. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Franklin Township, NJ? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Franklin Township, NJ. The following work is generally exempt: Painting, wallpapering, trim work (interior/exterior); Flooring material repair, replacement, or installation; Cabinet installation (non-structural); Siding repair or replacement with like material not exceeding 25% of total exterior wall; Window/door replacement in same rough opening without altering dimensions; Glass replacement in existing windows/doors; Screen repair/replacement; Gutter and leader repair/replacement; Garden-type utility sheds 200 sq ft or less, 10 feet or less in height, with no utility connections; Ordinary maintenance and minor repairs. Note: Exemption from permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. All work must comply with applicable codes. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Franklin Township, NJ? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Franklin Township, NJ via: 732-873-2500. 24 hours in advance recommended.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Construction Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.