[Amended 3-5-2002 by Ord. No. 2002-03; 3-18-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-4; 2-15-2005 by Ord. No.
2005-2; 8-15-2006 by Ord. No. 2006-13; 10-30-2007 by Ord. No.
2007-17; 12-7-2010 by Ord. No. 2010-12; 3-1-2011 by Ord. No.
2011-03; 11-22-2011 by Ord. No. 2011-17; 2-11-2015 by Ord. No. 2015-04; 10-11-2017 by Ord. No. 2017-0911-18-2020 by Ord. No. 2020-08]
A. Construction permit fees. The fee for a construction permit shall be the sum of all subcode applications, plus all administrative and miscellaneous fees listed in Subsection
F(1) through
(11) below. All fees will be rounded to the nearest dollar and shall be paid before the permits are issued, unless otherwise stated. The minimum construction permit fee shall be $65.
B. Building subcode fees are as follows:
(1) For new construction for buildings of Use Groups F and S the fee
shall be $0.030 per cubic foot and $0.040 per cubic foot for all other
use groups provided that the minimum fee shall be $65. The fee for
new commercial farm structures as per N.J.A.C. 5:23-3.2(d) shall be
$0.0125 per cubic foot. For pre-manufactured construction, in addition
to applicable cubic footage, fees shall be computed at a rate of $35
per $1,000 of the estimated cost of on-site construction associated
with completion of the structure.
(2) Renovations, alterations, and repairs are based on the estimated
cost of the work. The fee shall be $35 per $1,000 provided that the
minimum fee shall be $65.
(3) The fee for open decks, porches and raised platforms shall be based on the cost of construction as per Subsection
B(2) above.
(4) Fees for combination renovations and additions shall be the sum of the fees computed separately in accordance with Subsection
B(1),
(2) and
(3) above.
(5) The fee for a permit to re-roof or re-side an existing structure
of Use Group R-3, R-4 or R-5 shall be $75.
(6) Fees for retaining walls shall be as follows:
(a)
The fee for a retaining wall with a surface area greater than
550 square feet that is associated with a Class 3 residential structure
shall be $200.
(b)
The fee for a retaining wall with a surface area of 550 square
feet or less that is associated with a Class 3 residential structure
shall be $100.
(c)
The fee for a newly constructed retaining wall of any size at other than a Class 3 residential structure shall be based on the cost of the construction as Subsection
B(2) above.
(7) The fee for temporary structures and structures for which volume
cannot be computed, such as aboveground swimming pools and open structural
towers, shall be $150. The fee for an in-ground swimming pool shall
be $250. The fee for a storable pool shall be $65. These fees shall
include all required pool enclosures. The fee for inspection of preexisting
pools requiring inspection for compliance with the barrier requirements
as defined in the building subcode shall be $65.
(8) The fee for fencing exceeding six feet in height shall be $55.
(9) The fee for a permit to construct a ground or wall sign shall be
$2 per square foot computed on one side only for single- or double-faced
signs provided that the minimum fee shall be $55. The fee for a pylon
sign per square foot shall be $4.
(10) The fee for a demolition permit issued for the removal storage tanks
for flammable and combustible liquids shall be as follows:
(a)
Undergound - unregulated: $75 per tank.
(b)
Underground - regulated: $150 per tank.
(c)
Aboveground: $55 per tank.
(11) The fee for a permit to demolish a building or structure shall be
as follows: Use Groups R-3 and R-5 shall be $75; and all other use
groups shall be $200.
(12) The fee for mechanical inspection in a Use Group R-3 or R-5 structure
by a mechanical inspector shall be $75 for the first device and $25
for each additional device. No separate fee shall be charged for gas,
fuel oil, or water piping connections associated with the mechanical
equipment inspected.
C. Plumbing subcode fees are as follows:
(1) The fee for each fixture, stack, appliance or residential backflow
preventer connected to the plumbing system shall be $20. The fee for
oil or gas piping to a single fixture or appliance shall be $20.
(2) The fee for each special device including grease traps, oil separators,
air conditioning or refrigeration units, water and sewer connections,
flammable and combustible liquid storage tanks, commercial backflow
preventers, steam or hot water boilers, gas or fuel oil piping (multiple
fixtures or appliances), active solar systems, sewer pumps, and interceptors
shall be $55.
(3) The minimum permit fee for work including the plumbing subcode shall
be $65.
D. Fire-protection subcode fees are as follows:
(1) Wet or dry sprinkler suppression systems as per the following numbers
of heads:
Number of Heads
|
Fee
|
---|
1 to 20
|
$100
|
21 to 100
|
$150
|
101 to 400
|
$300
|
401 to 1,000
|
$750
|
Over 1,000
|
$1,000
|
(2) Fee for each standpipe: $300.
(3) Fee for each gas- or oil-fired appliance not connected to the plumbing
system: $55.
(4) Commercial kitchen exhaust system, each: $100.
(5) Independent pre-engineered suppression systems, each: $100.
(6) Fuel storage tanks (underground or above ground, installation only)
each:
Capacity (gallons)
|
Fee
|
---|
1 to 1,000
|
$55
|
1,001 to 4,000
|
$100
|
Over 4,000
|
$150
|
(7) Smoke or heat detectors:
Number of Detectors
|
Fee
|
---|
1 to 20
|
$55
|
21 to 100
|
$75
|
101 to 200
|
$100
|
201 to 400
|
$150
|
401 to 1,000
|
$250
|
Over 1,000
|
$350
|
(a)
Each supervisory, signaling and other devices: $8.
(8) Manual or automatic alarm systems: $100.
(9) Central control system: $100.
(10) The fire-protection subcode fee shall be a minimum of $65 for single-family
dwellings; and $75 for all other structures.
(11) Non-life-hazard uses (§
94-10B):
(a)
Annual registration fee: $25.
(12) Fire suppression tanks (§
94-10C):
(a)
Annual registration fee: $25.
E. Electrical subcode fees are as follows:
(1) The fees for electrical receptacles, fixtures and devices are as
follows:
(a)
For the first block consisting of one to 50 receptacles, fixtures,
or device: $55.
(b)
For each additional block consisting of up to 25 receptacles,
fixtures, or devices: $25.
(2) The fees for electrical devices/generators/transformers or solar
photovoltaic systems, motors, air conditioner feeders and disconnects
are as follows:
(a)
For each electrical device/generator/transformer, solar photovoltaic
system or motor rated up to 10 kw or 10 hp: $55.
(b)
For each electrical device/generator/transformer, or solar photovoltaic
system rated over 10 kw to 45 kw: $75.
For each motor rated over 10 hp to 50 hp; or
(c)
For each electrical device/generator/transformer, or solar photovoltaic
system rated over 45 kw to 112.5 kw; for each motor rated over 50
hp to 100 hp; or for each air conditioner feeder and disconnect, commercial
1:51 hp or over, plus unit: $150.
(d)
For each electrical device/generator/transformer or solar photovoltaic
system rated over 112.5 kw: $600.
(e)
For each motor over 100 hp: $600.
(3) The fees for service panels/service entrances/sub panels are as follows:
(a)
For each service panel/service entrance/sub panel from 0 to
200 amps: $55.
(b)
For each service panel/service entrance/sub panel over 200 to
1,000 amps: $100.
(c)
For each service panel/service entrance/sub panel over 1,000
amps: $450.
(4) The fee charged for electrical work for each permanently installed private swimming pool, spa, hot tub or fountain as defined in the building subcode shall be a flat fee of $65 which shall include any required bonding, and associated equipment such as filter pumps, motors, disconnecting means, switches, required receptacles, and heaters, etc., excepting panel boards and underwater lighting fixtures. For public swimming pools, the fee shall be charged on the basis of number of electrical fixtures and rating of electrical devices involved in accordance with Subsection
E(1) through
(3) above. The fee for annual inspections for public swimming pools shall be $55.
(5) The fees for pool permit, with UW lights: $10.
(6) The fees for storable pool/spa/hot tub: $65.
(7) The fees for light standards: $10.
(8) The minimum permit fee for work including the electrical subcode
shall be $65.
F. Administrative and miscellaneous fees.
(1) The fee for plan review shall be 20% of the amount to be charged
for the construction permit and shall be paid before the plans are
reviewed. This fee shall be credited toward the amount of the construction
permit fee.
(2) The fee to process an application for a variance pursuant to N.J.A.C.
5:23-2.10 shall be as follows:
Type of Structure
|
Application Fee
|
Resubmission Fee
|
---|
Class I
|
$150
|
$50
|
Class II
|
$100
|
$25
|
Class III
|
$50
|
$25
|
(3) An administrative surcharge fee of 15% shall be charged on each subcode
application issued by any third-party agency contracted by the Township
of Hardyston.
(4) The fee for the reinstatement of a lapsed permit shall be 20% of
the original fee calculated per subcode application; provided that
the minimum fee shall be as per subcode.
(5) The fee for each construction permit and certificate of occupancy
issued for an asbestos hazard abatement project shall be as set forth
in N.J.A.C. 5:23-8.9(a)1 and 2.
(6) The fee for a permit for lead hazard abatement work and clearance
certificate shall be as set forth in N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.20(c)3.ix.
(7) The fees for certificates of occupancy are as follows:
(a)
Certificate of occupancy for one- and two-family dwellings:
$50.
(b)
Certificate of occupancy for accessory buildings to one- and
two-family dwellings: $25.
(c)
Certificate of occupancy for buildings or structures of all
other use groups: $100.
(d)
Certificate of occupancy for accessory buildings of all other
use groups: $35.
(e)
Multiple certificates of occupancy for all use groups, per unit:
$50.
(f)
Certificates of occupancy for change of use group only: $100.
(g)
Certificates of continued use or occupancy: $150.
(h)
The fee for first issuance or renewal of a temporary certificate
of occupancy shall be: $30.
(8) Certificates of compliance as required by N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.23(1) are
as follows:
(a)
High pressure boilers (12 months): $50.
(b)
Refrigeration systems (12 months): $25.
(c)
Pressure vessels (12 months): $50.
(d)
Cross connections and backflow preventers (12 months): $50.
(9) State of New Jersey permit fee shall be in the amount of $0.00371
per cubic foot of volume of all new construction and $1.90 per $1,000
of estimated cost for alterations and repairs or as currently posted
in the regulations. These fees are set by and shall be accounted for
and forwarded to the Bureau of Regulatory Affairs as per N.J.A.C.
5:23-4.19(C)1.
(10) The fee for a change of contractor shall be: $25.
(11) The fee for a letter stating that no certificate of continued occupancy
is required shall be $25.
(12) The minimum fee for the review of any amendment or change to a plan
that has already been released shall be the minimum fee for the applicable
subcode. For all other purposes, the hourly cost of operations shall
be certified by the Chief Financial Officer using a formula of total
expenditures plus 12% for indirect costs divided by employees weekly
hours.
(13) Unlisted fees. Construction fees not specifically listed in this
schedule shall be as listed in N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.20.
[Amended 10-15-2002 by Ord. No. 2002-13; 3-18-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-5; 3-20-2007 by Ord. No. 2007-02; 8-5-2008 by Ord. No. 2008-06; 2-28-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-02]
A. Pistol permit: $25 or as established by the NJ State Police.
B. Firearms ID: $50 or as established by the NJ State Police.
C. Police reports: See §
88-8, Miscellaneous fees.
D. Uniform police employment application/test fee: $60.
E. Charges for police services (§
41-14).
(1) Escrow accounts.
(a)
Any person or entity requesting the services of an off-duty law enforcement officer in the Hardyston Police Department shall estimate the number of hours such law enforcement services are required, which estimate shall be approved, in writing, by the Chief of Police, and shall establish an escrow account with the Treasurer of the Township of Hardyston by depositing an amount sufficient to cover the rates of compensation and administrative fees set forth in §
88-4E(2) for the total estimated hours of service.
(b)
Prior to assigning any off-duty law enforcement officers, the
Chief of Police or his designee shall verify that the balance in the
escrow account of the person or entity requesting services is sufficient
to cover the compensation and fees for the number of hours specified
in the request for services. The Chief of Police shall not assign
a request for services from any person or entity unless all fees and
compensation required in the manner described above have been deposited
with the Township Treasurer. No officer shall provide any such service
for more hours than are specified in the request for services.
(c)
In the event the funds in such escrow account should become
depleted, services of off-duty law enforcement officers shall cease
and requests for further of future services shall not be performed
or assigned until additional funds have been deposited in the escrow
account in the manner prescribed above.
(d)
The person or entity requesting such services shall be responsible
for ensuring that sufficient funds remain in the escrow account in
order to avoid any interruption of services.
(e)
The person or entity requesting such services shall be responsible to notify the Township of Hardyston Police Department Dispatch Center in the event of a cancellation of such police officer services. Notification shall be made to the Dispatch Center no later than two hours prior to the scheduled start time. In the event there is either no cancellation notification provided to the Dispatch Center or the notification is untimely provided, the person or entity requesting such services shall remain responsible to the Township for the payment for the scheduled officer(s) of four hours of overtime pay. Such payment shall not include the Township of Hardyston, NJ administrative fee and vehicle fee set forth under Subsection
E(2)(b) and
(c).
(2) Rates of compensation; administrative fee; payment for services.
(a)
Rates of compensation for contracting the services of a Township
police officer or special officer assigned to a quasi-public duty
shall be the overtime rate normally received by the Captain of the
Hardyston Township Police Department as well as all statutory payroll
expenses incurred by the Township of Hardyston. The minimum charge
shall be for four hours of pay, and all work shall be billed at a
minimum of four hours and in two hour increments thereafter. However,
should the officer who is providing such services be paid at a rate
lower than the overtime rate normally received by the Captain of the
Hardyston Township Police Department, the customer requesting such
services shall be refunded the escrow balance remaining at the end
of the project.
(b)
In addition to the rates set forth under Subsection
E(2)(a) above, an additional fee of 10% of the rate of compensation is hereby established to cover administrative costs, overhead and out-of-pocket expenses of the Township of Hardyston.
(c)
Payment for a patrol vehicle will be $75 per eight-hour shift
or any part thereof and $10 for each hour thereafter.
F. Registration of alarm system: $25 (§
53-4C).
[Added 6-22-2022 by Ord. No. 2022-08]
A. Non-Life-Hazard Use Registration Fees (§
94-10B):
(1) All business occupancies less than 5,000 square feet: $50.
(2) All business occupancies between 5,000 and 10,000 square feet: $80.
(3) All business occupancies greater than 10,000 square feet: $120.
(4) Multifamily dwelling common areas: $50.
B. Fire suppression tank fees (§
94-10C):
(1) Annual registration for quarterly inspections: $40.
C. Food truck Type 1 permit:
(1) Annual registration (up to six inspections annually): $200.
D. Fines and penalties:
(1) Penalty for nonregistration of non-life-hazard use:
(a)
Thirty days overdue: amount equal to unpaid fee.
(b)
Sixty days overdue: $250.
[Amended 6-1-2010 by Ord. No. 2010-09]
A. Official tax searches: $10.
B. Official search continuation: $2.
D. Request
for redemption calculation; third and subsequent request in a calendar
year: $50 per request.
E. Lien redemption
calculation: $50.
[Amended 9-19-2000 by Ord. No. 2000-17; 4-2-2002 by Ord. No. 2002-6; 3-18-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-5; 3-18-2004 by Ord. No.
2004-3; 2-15-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-1; 10-30-2007 by Ord. No.
2007-16; 10-19-2010 by Ord. No. 2010-18; 2-21-2012 by Ord. No. 2012-02; 7-13-2016 by Ord. No. 2016-08]
A. Copying; single copies: Copy rates shall be based upon those set
forth pursuant to N.J.S.A. 47:1A-5(b) and any other applicable laws.
In addition, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 39:4-131, an administrative fee
of $5 will be charged for each motor vehicle accident report requested
by any means other than in person during regular business hours.
B. Township Code books: $189.80.
D. Land Use Ordinance Book (map included): $43.
E. Yearly supplement to zoning book: no charge.
H. Duplication of meeting compact discs: $0.40.
J. Returned check fee: $20 as authorized by N.J.S.A. 40:5-18(c). If
any individual or business has a check or other written instrument
to the Township returned on more than one occasion, all future payments
made to the Township by that individual or business must be tendered
in cash or by certified or cashier's check pursuant to N.J.S.A.
40:5-18(d).
[Amended 6-22-2022 by Ord. No. 2022-09]
M. Summer recreation day camp registration fee.
(1) First child for one session: $60.
(2) Each additional child per session: $50.
(3) First child for two sessions: $115.
(4) Each additional child for two sessions: $95.
N. Master Plan (color copy): $100.
O. Master Plan (CD) (electronic version): $0.40.
The following fees have been established for
permits and activities administered by the Township Board of Health:
A. Registrar - birth, death, marriage copies: $10 each.
[Amended 11-18-2020 by Ord. No. 2020-08]
C. Campgrounds: $200 for a new license, less $20 fee for processing if permit is denied; $1 for each campsite with minimum of $50; $25 for each new campsite (Chapter
66).
D. Retail food (Chapter
98).
(1) Retail food establishment: $100 per year, plus $25
per month or any portion of a calendar month if license has not been
renewed by January 15 in any year.
(2) Retail food establishment (seasonal four months):
$35.
(3) Temporary food establishment (less than seven days):
$25.
(4) Reinspection of food establishments/conditional status:
$25.
(5) Temporary food establishment (one-day license): $10.
[Added 2-15-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-1]
E. Septic fees (Chapter
143, Article
II).
(3) Permit application review (new application): $25.
(4) Permit application review (revision): $15.
(5) Soil log (individual lot): $25.
(6) Soil log (subdivision): $25./lot
(7) Reinspection of failed septic system: $25.
(8) Altering septic system: $60.
F. Well fees.
(3) Permit application review: $25.
(4) Permit application review (revision): $15.
G. Tattooing and body piercing (Chapter
161).
(1) Tattooing and body piercing license: $500 (§
161-2B).
(2) Tattooing and body piercing license renewal: $300 per year (§
161-2D).
Application fee for representation by the Municipal
Public Defender (in accordance with P.L. 1997, c. 256): not to exceed
$200.
[Added 5-15-2007 by Ord. No. 2007-08]
A. Resident of the Township of Hardyston: $50.
B. Nonresidents of the Township: $200.
C. Receipt of fees. The applicable fee shall be paid
to the Township Clerk in cash or by check payable to the Township
of Hardyston and deposited into the Township's current fund.
D. Disbursement of fees. Fees for the service of performing
marriage and civil union ceremonies may be disbursed to the Mayor
or Deputy Mayor through the appropriate budget line item with proper
authorization.
[Added 3-18-2008 by Ord. No. 2008-02; amended 7-21-2009 by Ord. No.
2009-10]
The following minimum and maximum recreation fees for Township
camps, programs, facility rentals and fundraisers are hereby established:
Type
|
Minimum
|
Maximum
|
---|
Summer recreation day camp registration fee: first child for
one session
|
$60
|
$100
|
Summer recreation day camp registration fee: each additional
child per session
|
$50
|
$80
|
Summer recreation day camp registration fee: first child for
two sessions
|
$115
|
$150
|
Summer recreation day camp registration fee: each additional
child for two sessions
|
$95
|
$125
|
Program fees
|
$1
|
$15
|
Facility rental fees
|
$25
|
$200
|
Fundraisers (per person)
|
$1
|
$3
|