The annual permit fee for an incinerator is $25. (§
120-9)
[Amended 10-3-2022 by Ord. No. 22-17]
The fee for a construction permit shall be the sum of the subcode fees listed in Subsection A(1) through (3) hereof and shall be paid before the permit is issued. (§
175-3)
A. The building subcode fee shall be:
(1) For new construction: $0.08 per cubic foot of building or structure
volume. The fee for any accessory building (i.e., shed) shall be $100.
In addition, the sum required under N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.19(b) for the
New Jersey State permit surcharge fee shall be collected.
(2) For renovations, alterations and repairs: $25 per $1,000 of estimated
cost of work, provided that the minimum fee shall be $100. For purposes
of this section, swimming pools, tennis courts and other outdoor uncovered
facilities shall be considered renovations and alterations, and the
fee for a construction permit will be based on the estimated cost.
In addition, the sum required under N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.19(b) for the
New Jersey State permit surcharge fee shall be collected.
(3) For additions: $0.08 per cubic foot of building or structure volume
for the added portion; provided that the minimum fee shall be $100.
In addition, the sum required under N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.19(b) for the
New Jersey State permit surcharge fee shall be collected.
(4) For combinations of renovations and additions [Subsection
A(2) and
(3) above]: the sum of the fees computed separately according to each respective section.
(5) For the demolition of a principal building or structure: $300, while
the fee for the demolition of an accessory building or accessory structure
shall be $100.
(6) For each square foot of a sign: $5, provided that the minimum fee
shall be $100, computed on one side only for double-faced signs.
(7) For any building permit under this subcode: minimum fee of $100.
(8) The fee for lead hazard abatement shall be governed by Subsection
A(2) above.
(9) For asbestos abatement, the fee shall be as specified under N.J.A.C.
5:23-8.9(a)1.
B. The electrical subcode fee shall be:
(1) Receptacles and fixtures:
(b)
For each additional 25 fixtures: $35.
(2) For the installation of a range or oven: $30.
(3) For the installation of a surface unit: $30.
(4) For the installation of each dishwasher: $30.
(5) For the installation of a garbage disposal: $30.
(6) For the installation of a dryer: $30.
(7) For the installation of each central air-conditioning unit: $60.
(8) For the installation of an elevator: $125.
(9) For the installation of each dumbwaiter: $55.
(10)
For the installation of burglar alarms: $50.
(11)
For the installation of intercom panels: $30.
(12)
For the installation of whirlpools/spas and hot tubs: $90.
(13)
For the installation of a swimming pool:
(a)
For pool filter, motor, accessories and lights: $50;
(b)
For the pool bonding: $100;
(c)
For pool receptacles and switches: $65.
(14)
For the installation of a water heater: $35.
(15)
For the installation of central heat, whether oil, gas or electric:
$35.
(16)
For the installation of baseboard heating units: $30 for each
unit.
(17)
For the installation of thermostats: $10 for each unit.
(18)
For the installation of any pump: $60 per pump.
(19)
For the installation of any motor control center: $65
(20)
For the installation of a subpanel: $10 per 10 amperes (1-10:
$10; 11-20: $20; etc.)
(21)
For the installation of any electric sign: $75.
(22)
For each motor:
(a)
One to 10 horsepower: $45.
(b)
Eleven to 50 horsepower: $100.
(c)
Fifty-one to 100 horsepower: $200.
(d)
Over 100 horsepower: $450.
(23)
For each generator or transformer:
(a)
One to 10 kilowatts: $50.
(b)
Eleven to 45 kilowatts: $70.
(c)
Forty-six to 112 kilowatts: $130.
(d)
Over 112 kilowatts: $650.
(24)
For each residential generator transfer switch:
(a)
One hundred to 150 amperes: $75.
(b)
One hundred fifty-one to 200 amperes: $100.
(c)
Two hundred one to 400 amperes: $125.
(25)
For each portable generator interlock kit: $50.
(26)
For the installation of electric service:
(b)
One hundred to 150 amperes: $75.
(c)
One hundred fifty-one to 200 amperes: $100.
(d)
Two hundred one to 400 amperes: $125.
(27)
For each solar panel system:
(a)
One to 50 kilowatts: $100.
(b)
Fifty-one to 100 kilowatts: $200.
(c)
Over 101 kilowatts: $450.
(28)
Solar panels:
(b)
For each additional 25 panels: $35.
(29)
Inverters:
(a)
One to 10 kilowatts: $35.
(b)
Eleven to 50 kilowatts: $50.
(c)
Fifty-one to 100 kilowatts: $100.
(30)
Disconnects:
(a)
One hundred to 150 amperes: $75.
(b)
One hundred fifty-one to 200 amperes: $100.
(c)
Two hundred one to 400 amperes: $125.
(31)
Electrical work: minimum fee of $100.
C. The plumbing subcode fee for the installation of each of the following
shall be:
(13)
Interceptor/separator: $70.
(20)
Central air-conditioning or refrigeration unit: $60 per unit.
(21)
For each generator or transformer: $70.
(26)
Sewer utility connections: $100.
(29)
Indirect connection: $60.
(32)
Swimming pool drain: $60.
(33)
For a plumbing permit: minimum fee of $100.
D. The mechanical subcode fee for the installation of each of the following
shall be:
(4) Domestic boiler/furnace: $80.
(5) Central air-conditioning or refrigeration unit: $60 per unit.
(7) For each generator or transformer: $70.
(8) For a mechanical permit: minimum fee of $100.
E. The fire subcode fee shall be:
(1) Installation/conversion of manufacturer's fireplace: $100.
(2) Installation of a fuel-oil tank up to 2,000 gallons: $200; over 2,000
gallons: $400.
(3) Installation of any residential mechanical equipment: $75 per unit.
(4) Installation of commercial mechanical equipment: $250.
(5) Installation of one to five residential smoke detectors: $100; for
each additional detector over five, add $20.
(6) Installation of one to five commercial smoke detectors: $200; for
each additional unit over five, add $20.
(7) Installation of commercial cooking equipment: $100.
(8) Installation of a suppression system: $200.
(9) Installation of a wall hydrant: $75.
(10)
Installation of fire sprinkler systems: $10 per head, with a
minimum of $200.
(11)
Installation of a standpipe: $60 per riser.
(12)
Installation of hose station: $60 for each such station.
(13)
Installation of a fire pump: $125.
(14)
Installation of a solar panel system: $75.
(15)
For a fire permit: minimum fee of $100.
F. Elevators. The fee for a permit for the installation of an elevator
and/or a dumbwaiter shall be in accordance with state fees listed
in N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.20(c)6 and 7. A fee for any semiannual inspection,
whether state mandated or otherwise, for either an elevator or dumbwaiter,
shall be in accordance with state fees listed in N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.20(c)8.
G. Certificates of occupancy.
(1) The fee for a certificate of occupancy shall be the greater of $100
or 10% of permit fees (not including DCA fees).
(2) The fee for a certificate of occupancy pursuant to a change of use
shall be $200.
(3) The fee for a certificate of continued occupancy shall be $100.
(4) The fee for a temporary certificate of occupancy shall be $30 [as
per N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.18(f)3].
(5) The fee for a lead hazard abatement certificate of clearance shall
be in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.20(c)3.ix.
(6) The fee for a certificate of occupancy following the successful completion
of an asbestos abatement project shall be as specified under N.J.A.C.
5:23-8.9(a)2.
H. Relocation of building or structure: The fee for a permit for the
relocation of a building or structure from one lot to another or to
a new location on the same lot shall be $22 per $1,000 of the sum
of the estimated costs for moving, for new foundations, and for placement
in a complete condition in the new location, provided that the minimum
fee shall be $100.
I. Plan review: Whenever the Construction Official, Electrical Subcode
Official, Fire Subcode Official or Plumbing Subcode Official shall
review plans, the fee for plan review shall be 25% of the amount to
be charged for said construction permit and shall be paid before the
plans are reviewed. The amount paid for this fee shall be credited
toward the amount of the fee to be charged for the construction permit.
J. Review of revised plans: Whenever the Construction Official, Electrical
Subcode Official, Fire Subcode Official or Plumbing Subcode Official
shall review revised plans received after permit issuance, the fee
for plan review shall be $75 per hour, with a minimum of one hour
charged.
K. Report: The Construction Official shall, with all the advice of the
subcode officials, prepare and submit to the Township of Washington,
Bergen County, biannually, a report recommending a fee schedule based
on the operating expenses of the Agency and any other expenses of
the municipality fairly attributable to the enforcement of the State
Uniform Construction Code Act. (Note: See N.J.S.A. 52:27D-119 et seq.)
L. New Jersey State permit surcharge fee:
(1) Amount: The sums required under N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.19(b) for the New
Jersey state permit surcharge fee shall be collected for new buildings,
additions, and alterations.
(2) Remitting and reporting: The municipality shall remit fees to the
Bureau on a quarterly basis, in conjunction with report number R-840B,
State Training Fee Report, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.5(e).
Fees remitted shall be for the quarter. Checks shall be made payable
to "Treasurer, State of New Jersey."
M. The following sums shall be paid in connection with all new construction:
(1) The sum of $1,000 shall be paid prior to site plan review which shall
be required in connection with all new construction for site review
and site inspections by the Township Engineer. The sum posted herein
shall remain on deposit with the Township until the Township Engineer
certifies that all site plan review and site inspections have been
completed and all vouchers for services rendered in connection with
such services have been paid in full, after which time any balance
remaining shall be refunded. In the event that the Township Engineer
determines during the course of site plan review or site inspections
that the amount posted is not sufficient to pay the cost for site
plan review and all site inspections, the Township Engineer shall
establish an amount to replenish said deposit, and such amount shall
be paid to the Township within three days of notification of such
amount to the applicant.
(2) The sum of $500 as a performance guaranty for completion of all elements
of construction and excavation. The sum posted hereunder shall remain
on deposit with the Township until the Township Engineer certifies
that all elements of construction and excavation have been completed
in full and all vouchers for services rendered in connection with
such services have been paid in full, after which time any balance
remaining shall be refunded.
N. Other miscellaneous charges shall be:
(1) For inspection of a home for the purpose of resale/tenancy change:
(a)
Initial inspection and first reinspection (if necessary): $200.
(b)
Each additional reinspection: $100.
(2) For each inspection to obtain a certificate of smoke and carbon monoxide
alarm and portable fire extinguisher compliance shall be in accordance
with N.J.A.C. 5:70-2.9(d):
(a)
More than 10 business days before closing: $45.
(b)
Four to 10 business days before closing: $90.
(c)
Three or fewer business days before closing: $161.
(d)
For each reinspection: $50.
(3) Change of contractor: In the event of a change of contractor for
any subcode, the change of contractor fee shall be $50 per contractor
changed.
The inspection fee for a permit to park a commercial vehicle in a residential district is $15 per inspection. (§
330-7)
The license fee for a dealer who, through any means, buys, receives, sells or distributes secondhand gold, silver, coins, precious metals or jewelry is $100. (§
379-8)
The fee to reclaim an impounded vehicle shall be $25 per day that a vehicle is stored, plus all costs of towing and storage. (§
471-15)