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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Hillsborough Township
Building permits required for new construction, additions, and most renovation work within Hillsborough Township.
Ordinary maintenance and minor repairs
Painting, wallpapering, trim work
Flooring installation
Window replacement in same rough opening
Siding repair (non-polypropylene)
Garden sheds 200 sq ft or less with no utilities
- Exempt Ordinary maintenance and minor repairs
- Exempt Painting, wallpapering, trim work
- Exempt Flooring installation
- Exempt Window replacement in same rough opening
- Exempt Siding repair (non-polypropylene)
- Exempt Garden sheds 200 sq ft or less with no utilities
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 complete sets of scaled plans
- Plans signed/sealed by NJ licensed architect or signed/dated by property owner
- Signatures required on all pages
- Plot plan or property survey
- Manufacturer specifications/installation manuals (2 sets)
- Copy of contractor licenses or certificates
- Building code
- Uniform Construction Code (UCC)
- Permit validity
- 12 months from date of last inspection
- Owner-builder
- Plans may be owner-prepared 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 Permits may be dropped off Monday-Friday or mailed to Municipal Building (attention Construction Department).
- 02 Submit completed UCC F100 application with all applicable technical sections.
- 03 Provide two complete sets of scaled plans signed and sealed by NJ licensed Architect or signed and dated by property owner.
- 04 Signatures required on all pages.
- 05 Include plot plan or property survey.
- 06 Provide manufacturer specifications/installation manuals (2 sets).
- 07 Include copy of contractor licenses or certificates.
- 08 Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Typical processing time: 20 business days for complete applications
§ 04
Fee schedule
Hillsborough Township building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Fees based on construction valuation and subcodes involved
State training surcharge fees apply. Specific fee schedule available from Construction Department.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- SDL Portal (24/7) (online)
- 908-369-4313 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Request through SDL Portal or during business hours
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Permit Pickup: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM; Inspection Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Typical sequence: Required inspections typically include: Foundation/footing, Framing, Rough electrical/plumbing/mechanical, Insulation, and Final inspections.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Hillsborough Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Hillsborough Township, NJ? ▸
Building permits required for new construction, additions, and most renovation work within Hillsborough Township.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Hillsborough Township, NJ? ▸
Building permit fees in Hillsborough Township, NJ are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Fees based on construction valuation and subcodes involved.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hillsborough Township, NJ? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Hillsborough Township, NJ, follow these steps: 1. Permits may be dropped off Monday-Friday or mailed to Municipal Building (attention Construction Department). 2. Submit completed UCC F100 application with all applicable technical sections. 3. Provide two complete sets of scaled plans signed and sealed by NJ licensed Architect or signed and dated by property owner. 4. Signatures required on all pages. 5. Include plot plan or property survey. 6. Provide manufacturer specifications/installation manuals (2 sets). 7. Include copy of contractor licenses or certificates. 8. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Hillsborough Township, NJ? ▸
Building permit processing times in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough Township, NJ? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Hillsborough Township, NJ. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and minor repairs; Painting, wallpapering, trim work; Flooring installation; Window replacement in same rough opening; Siding repair (non-polypropylene); Garden sheds 200 sq ft or less with no utilities. 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 Hillsborough Township, NJ? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hillsborough Township, NJ via: SDL Portal (24/7), 908-369-4313. Request through SDL Portal or during business hours.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Construction Department (Building Department) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.