[HISTORY: Adopted by the Township Committee of the Township of Manalapan 10-27-1993 by Ord. No. 93-30 as Ch. 86 of the 1993 Code. Amendments noted where applicable.]
[Amended 3-9-1994 by Ord. No. 94-06; 10-27-1999 by Ord. No. 99-16; 5-11-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-14; 12-3-2008 by Ord. No. 2008-24; 4-10-2019 by Ord. No. 2019-05; 7-10-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-14]
The fee for a construction permit shall be the sum of the subcode fees listed in Subsections A through E hereof and shall be paid before the permit is issued.
A. 
Building subcode. The building subcode fees shall be:
(1) 
For new construction the fee shall be based upon the volume of the structure. Volume shall be computed in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.28. The fee for new construction shall be in the amount of $0.052 per cubic foot of volume for buildings and structures of all use groups and types of construction of R-3, R-4, R-5 and U, including use groups A-1, A-2, A-3, E, H, I-1, I-2, I-3, R-1, b, and M. The fee for the following use groups of F-1, F-2, S-1, S-2, A-4 and A-5 shall be $0.051 per cubic foot of volume.
(2) 
For reconstruction, renovations, alterations and repairs: $53 per $1,000 of estimated cost of the work, provided that the minimum fee shall be $95.
(3) 
For additions: $0.040 per cubic foot of building or structure volume for the added portion, provided that the minimum fee shall be $95.
(4) 
For combinations of renovations and additions: the sum of the fees computed separately as renovations and additions.
(5) 
For swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, soaking pools, or other related equipment of use groups R-3 and R-5 shall be:
(a) 
Aboveground: $160.
(b) 
In-ground: $220.
(c) 
For all other use groups shall be $410 per each structure.
(d) 
The fee for replacing barriers surrounding and enclosing swimming pools required to have barriers shall be $120.
(6) 
For open area volume buildings, storage, the fee shall be $0.023 per cubic foot of building or structure volume, provided that the minimum fee shall be $95.
(7) 
The fee for re-roofing or re-siding for R-5 uses when required shall be $95 per structure. For all other use groups, the fee shall be computed at $32 per $1,000 of construction cost, provided that the minimum fee shall be $160.
(8) 
The building subcode fee for all solar unit construction for use groups R-3, R-5 shall be $95. For all other use groups the fee shall be $160.
(9) 
The fee for buildings of agricultural uses, commercial Farm buildings shall be computed at $45 per $1,000 of construction cost, provided that the minimum fee shall be $95.
(10) 
The fee for a permit for a demolition of a one-family residence, R-1, R-5, farm structure, garage, shed, underground fuel oil tank, aboveground fuel oil tank or other type tanks and all other structures shall be $95. The fee for demolition of commercial structures shall be $200.
(11) 
The fee for a permit for the removal of a building or structure from one lot to another or to a new location on the same lot shall be $50 per $1,000 of the sum of the estimated costs for moving, for new foundations and for placement in a completed condition in the new location, provided that the minimum fee shall be $95.
(12) 
The fee for a permit to construct a sign shall be $3.50 per square foot of the surface area of the sign, provided that the minimum fee shall be $160. In the case of double-faced signs, the area of the surface of only one side of the sign shall be used for purposes of the fee computation.
(13) 
The fee for radon mitigation, lead hazard abatement and asbestos removal for use groups R-3 and R-5 shall be $160. All other use groups shall be $280.
(14) 
For temporary structures, tents in excess of 900 square feet or more than 30 feet in any dimension shall be $95.
(15) 
The fees for retaining walls shall be as follows:
(a) 
A retaining wall with a surface area of 500 square feet or less that is associated with a residential structure shall be $95.
(b) 
A retaining wall with a surface area greater than 500 square feet that is associated with a residential structure shall be $200.
(c) 
A retaining wall of any size at commercial structures shall be computed at $45 per $1,000 of construction cost, provided that the minimum fee shall be $160.
(16) 
The fee for permits for work done in response to a notice of violation shall be computed at $60 per $1,000 of construction cost, provided that the minimum fee shall be $135.
(17) 
The fee for the issuance of a building subcode permit that has not been determined in this schedule shall be $95.
B. 
Plumbing subcode. The plumbing subcode fees shall be:
(1) 
For the installation, including replacement, of plumbing fixtures, not in the listed below fee scheduled shall be a minimum of $95.
(2) 
For the installation, including replacement of the following plumbing fixtures, the fee shall be:
(a) 
Water closet/urinal/bidet: $35.
(b) 
Bath tub: $35.
(c) 
Lavatory: $35.
(d) 
Shower: $35.
(e) 
Floor drain: $35.
(f) 
Areaway drain: $35.
(g) 
Sink: $35.
(h) 
Dishwasher: $35.
(i) 
Drinking fountain: $35.
(j) 
Washer machine: $35.
(k) 
Hose bib: $35.
(l) 
Garbage disposal: $35.
(m) 
Gas connection: $35.
(n) 
Vent stack: $35.
(o) 
Pot filler: $35.
(p) 
Wireless rain sensor: $35.
(q) 
Backflow preventer (residential): $70.
(r) 
Gas grill: $70.
(s) 
Gas fireplace: $70.
(t) 
Trap primer: $70.
(u) 
Hot tub/spa: $70.
(v) 
Commercial dishwasher: $70.
(w) 
Ejector (residential): $70.
(x) 
Water conditioner/filter: $70.
(y) 
Fuel oil line connection: $70.
(z) 
Interceptor: $70.
(aa) 
Water service: $70.
(bb) 
Sewer/septic lateral: $70.
(cc) 
Commercial backflow preventer: $95.
(dd) 
Ice maker: $35.
(ee) 
Sump pump: $95.
(ff) 
Air admittance valve: $65.
(gg) 
LPG tank: $95.
(hh) 
Pool piping: $95.
(ii) 
Ejector (commercial): $95.
(jj) 
(Reserved): N/A.
(kk) 
Medical gas connection: $95.
(ll) 
Hydronic solar systems: $95.
(mm) 
Steam unit: $95.
(nn) 
Gas oven/range: $65.
(3) 
For the new installation and replacement of the following appliances:
Installation
Replacement
(a)
Water heater
$65
$45
(b)
Furnace
$65
$45
(c)
Air-conditioner
$65
$45
(d)
Boiler (steam or hot water)
$65
$45
(e)
Pool heater
$65
$45
(f)
Humidifier
$65
$45
(g)
Unit heater
$65
$45
(h)
Generator
$95
$95
(i)
Roof top unit (RTU)
$95
$95
(j)
Air handler
$65
$45
(k)
Ductless minisplit
$95
$45
(4) 
For the demolition of the following, the fee shall be:
(a) 
Septic system: $95.
(b) 
Water service: $95.
(c) 
Sewer service: $95.
(5) 
Annual certification for commercial backflow preventers shall be: $95.
C. 
Mechanical subcode: The mechanical subcode fee shall be:
(1) 
For the installation, including replacement, of the following mechanical items the fee shall be:
(a) 
Fuel oil piping connections: $35.
(b) 
Gas piping connections: $35.
(2) 
For the installation/replacement of the following appliances the fee shall be:
Installation
Replacement
(a)
Water heater
$65
$45
(b)
Furnace
$65
$45
(c)
Air Conditioner
$65
$45
(d)
Boiler (steam or hot water)
$65
$45
(e)
Unit heater
$65
$45
(f)
Fireplace (gas)
$70
$70
(g)
Generator
$95
$95
(h)
LPG tank
$95
$95
(i)
Pool heater
$65
$45
(j)
Gas stove/oven
$65
N/A
(k)
Air handler
$65
$45
(l)
Duct work (new in existing bldg)
$95
N/A
(m)
Ductless mini-split
$95
$45
(n)
Chimney liner
$95
$95
(o)
Gas grill
$70
N/A
(3) 
The minimum fee for the installation/replacement of mechanical fixtures/appliances not listed above shall be: $95.
D. 
Electrical subcode. The electrical subcode fees shall be:
(1) 
Outlets, including lighting outlets, wall switches, fluorescent fixtures, convenience receptacles or similar fixtures.
(a) 
One to 50 devices: $95.
(b) 
For an additional 25 devices or fraction thereof: $25.
(2) 
Devices consuming or generating electric current.
(a) 
Less than 1 hp/kw: $10.
(b) 
1 hp/kw to 10 hp/kw: $35.
(c) 
10 hp/kw to 50 hp/kw: $50.
(d) 
Greater than 50 hp/kw to 100 hp/kw: $100.
(e) 
Greater than 100 hp/kw to 150 hp/kw: $150.
(f) 
Greater than 150 hp/kw to 200 hp/kw: $300.
(g) 
Greater than 200 hp/kw to 300 hp/kw: $600.
(h) 
Greater than 300 hp/kw: $600 + $20 per 100 hp/kw.
(3) 
Service panels, sub panels, transfer switches, disconnects, motor control centers:
(a) 
Up to and including 100 amps: $95.
(b) 
101 amps to 200 amps: $125.
(c) 
201 amps to 300 amps: $150.
(d) 
301 amps to 400 amps: $175.
(e) 
401 amps to 1,000 amps: $750.
(f) 
1,001 to 1,500 amps: $950.
(g) 
Greater than 1,500 amps: $950 + $20 per 100 amps.
(4) 
Pools and hot tubs. Fees include bonding and grounding; lights and equipment are additional.
(a) 
Aboveground: $75.
(b) 
In-ground: $120.
(c) 
Pool lights inside of pool: $25 each.
(d) 
Heaters:
[1] 
Gas: $30.
[2] 
Heat pump: $50.
(e) 
The fee for the annual electrical inspection of swimming pools, spas or hot tub located on any property other than one or two-family residential property shall be $95 per unit.
(5) 
Vehicle charging stations: $95 each.
(6) 
Each of the following listed items for replacement of unit in residential uses: $45 each.
(a) 
Furnace or boiler.
(b) 
Air handler.
(c) 
Electric heater.
(d) 
Heat pump.
(e) 
Electric hot-water heater.
(f) 
Air-conditioning unit.
(7) 
Each of the following new installation listed items: $45.
(a) 
Electric heater.
(b) 
Heat pump.
(c) 
Electric dryer.
(d) 
Range.
(e) 
Surface units.
(f) 
Commercial exhaust hoods.
(g) 
Sauna/steam unit.
(h) 
Electric hot-water heater.
(i) 
Oven.
(j) 
Dishwasher.
(k) 
Gas and oil heaters, furnace, and boiler.
(l) 
Commercial exhaust fan.
(m) 
Air conditioner.
(n) 
Intercom panels.
(o) 
Radon exhaust fan.
(p) 
Jacuzzi.
(q) 
Post/pole lighting, one to five lights. Over five lights: additional $5 per light.
(r) 
Garbage disposal.
(s) 
Air handler.
(t) 
Sign lighting.
(u) 
Central vacuum system.
(v) 
Interlock kit.
(8) 
Alarm systems/communication wiring and devices.
(a) 
Fire, burglar and security alarm systems and detectors shall be:
[1] 
Residential: $75.
[2] 
Commercial: $95.
(b) 
Communications:
[1] 
Control panel: $35.
(9) 
The minimum charge for any item not listed above shall be $95.
(10) 
Solar photovoltaic systems: this only includes modules, inverters and optimizers.
(a) 
Residential.
[1] 
Up to 10 kw: $275.
[2] 
10.1 kw or above: $350.
(b) 
Commercial.
[1] 
Up to and including 10 kw: $200.
[2] 
10.1 kw to 50 kw: $500.
[3] 
50.1 kw or above: $500 and an additional $1 per kw.
(11) 
Lawn sprinkler systems.
(a) 
Rain sensor: $75.
(12) 
HVAC equipment:
(a) 
Roof top units (RTU): $95.
(b) 
Split units.
[1] 
Base unit: $60.
[2] 
Inside unit: $35.
(13) 
ESS systems - [PV sections as priced in Subsection O(10)].
(a) 
Gateways - $200.
(b) 
Batteries (each).
[1] 
Up to 5kW: $100.
[2] 
5.1kW - 10kW: $150
[3] 
Over 10.1kW: $250.
(14) 
Surge protective devices.
(a) 
Type 1: $75.
(b) 
Type 2: $50.
(c) 
Type 3, 4: $25.
(15) 
The minimum fee for the issuance of a electrical subcode permit other than residential replacement items shall be: $95.
E. 
Fire protection subcode. The fire protection subcode fees shall be:
(1) 
For the installation of gasoline, oil, fuel, liquefied petroleum gas, chemical or miscellaneous storage tanks up to 550 gallon capacity shall be $95.
(2) 
Tanks.
(a) 
Tanks over 550 and up to 2,500 gallon capacity shall be $147.
(b) 
Tanks over 2,500 gallons an additional $21 per 1,000 gallons.
(3) 
Fire alarms, Fire suppression systems and fire sprinklers, standpipes, fire pumps, Fire mains:
(a) 
For fire-suppression systems or special fire protection systems, preengineered systems shall be computed at $50 per $1,000 construction cost, provided that the minimum fee shall be $95.
(b) 
For automatic fire sprinkler system, limited area sprinkler systems shall be computed per sprinkler head:
[1] 
One to 20 sprinkler heads: $107.
[2] 
21 to 100 sprinkler heads: $175.
[3] 
101 to and including 200 heads: $300.
[4] 
201 to and including 400 heads: $725.
[5] 
401 to and including 1,000 heads: $995.
[6] 
1,000 to 2,000 heads: $1,200.
[7] 
For over 2,000 heads: $100 per 100 heads.
[8] 
Standpipes: $275.
[9] 
Fire pumps: $275.
[10] 
Fire mains: $275.
(c) 
For single and multiple station smoke and or heat detectors and fire alarm systems in any one or two-family dwellings the fee shall be $85.
(d) 
For smoke and or heat detectors and fire alarm systems and devices in all other use groups shall be as follows:
[1] 
One to 12 detectors and or alarm devices shall be $107.
[2] 
For each 25 detectors and or alarm devices in addition, the fee shall be $45.
(e) 
For signaling and or supervisory devices shall be as follows:
[1] 
One to 12 devices shall be $107.
[2] 
For each 25 devices in addition, the fee shall be $45.
[3] 
Fire alarm panel: $95.
(f) 
Fire extinguishers:
[1] 
Up to 10 units: $45.
[2] 
For each additional 12 units: $25.
(g) 
Exit signs:
[1] 
Up to 20 units: $125.
[2] 
For each 25 signs in addition: $50.
(4) 
For commercial, residential kitchen exhaust equipment, mechanical systems for all use groups the fee shall be computed at $50 per $1,000 construction cost, provided that the minimum fee shall be $95.
(5) 
For each heating units for all use groups the fee shall be computed at $50 per $1,000 construction cost, provided that the minimum fee shall be $95.
(6) 
For woodstoves, prefabricated fireplaces, masonry fireplaces, gas fireplaces, or alternate heating devices and components and outdoor burning devices the fee shall be computed at $50 per $1,000 construction cost, provided that the minimum fee shall be $110.
(a) 
The fee for each incinerator shall be $250.
(b) 
The fee for each crematorium shall be $325.
(7) 
Demolition, abandonment or removal of an aboveground fuel oil tank, underground fuel oil tank or other type tanks up to 1,000 gallons shall be $95. Each tanks 1,001 and above the fee shall be $135 each.
(8) 
The fee for the installation of a solar system shall be $135.
(9) 
The minimum fee for the issuance of a fire protection subcode permit that has not been determined in this fee schedule shall be: $95.
F. 
Elevator subcode. The elevator subcode fees shall be:
(1) 
The fees for witnessing acceptance tests and performing inspections shall on new and altered elevator devices shall be as follows:
(a) 
The basic fees for elevator devices in structures not in Use Group R-3, R-4, or R-5 or in an exempted R-2 structure shall be as follows:
[1] 
Traction and winding drum elevators:
[a] 
One to 10 floors: $360.
[b] 
Over 10 floors: $587.
[2] 
Hydraulic elevators: $322.
[3] 
Roped hydraulic elevators: $360.
[4] 
Escalators, moving walks: $322.
[5] 
Dumbwaiters: $96.
[6] 
Stairway chairlifts, inclined and vertical wheelchair lifts and manlifts: $96.
(b) 
Additional charges for devices equipped with the following features shall be as follows:
[1] 
Oil buffers (charge per oil buffer): $80.
[2] 
Counterweight governor and safeties: $171.
[3] 
Auxiliary power generator: $134.
(c) 
The fee for elevator devices in structures in Use Group R-3, R-4, or R-5, or otherwise exempt devices in R-2 structures, shall be $247. Except fees for dumbwaiters, stairway chairlifts, and inclined and vertical wheelchair lifts shall be $96. This fee shall be waived when signed statements and supportive inspection and acceptance test reports are filed by an approved qualified agent or agency in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.19 and 5:23-2.20.
[1] 
The fee for performing inspection of minor work shall be $76.
(d) 
The fee for witnessing acceptance test of, and performing inspections of, alterations shall be $96.
(2) 
The fees for routine and period tests and inspections for elevator devices in structures other than Use Group R-3 or R-4, R-5 or otherwise exempt devices in R-2 structures, shall be as follows:
(a) 
The fee for the one-year periodic inspection and witnessing of tests of elevator devices, which shall include a six-month routine inspection, shall be:
[1] 
Traction and winding drum elevators:
[a] 
One to 10 floors: $302.
[b] 
Over 10 floors: $362.
[2] 
Hydraulic elevators: $227.
[3] 
Roped hydraulic elevators: $302.
[4] 
Escalators, moving walks: $484.
[5] 
Dumbwaiters: $120.
[6] 
Manlifts, stairway chairlifts, inclined and vertical wheelchair lifts: $183.
(b) 
Additional yearly periodic inspection charges for elevator devices equipped with the following features shall be as follows:
[1] 
Oil buffers (charge per oil buffer): $65.
[2] 
Counterweight governor and safeties: $120.
[3] 
Auxiliary power generator: $76.
(c) 
The fee for the three-year or five-year inspection of elevator devices shall be as follows:
[1] 
Traction and winding drum elevators:
[a] 
One to 10 floors (five-year inspection): $513.
[b] 
Over 10 floors (five-year inspection): $646.
[2] 
Hydraulic and roped hydraulic elevators:
[a] 
Three-year inspection: $387.
[b] 
Five-year inspection: $227.
(3) 
The fee for any reinspection of an elevator device shall be set at $203 and shall be billed separately from the above fees upon the issuance of a notice of violation necessitating a reinspection.
G. 
Plan review fees.
(1) 
The fee for plan review shall be 10% of the amount to be charged for the construction permit. Plan review fees shall be paid at the time of granting the permit.
(2) 
The fee for plan review for prototype plans released shall be 10% of the amount to be charged for a construction permit.
(3) 
The fee for review of any amendment or changes to a plan that has already been approved shall be $75 per hour or part thereof per subcode having assigned plan review responsibility for review of an amendment or charge to a plan that has already been released. This fee may be waived at the discretion of the Construction Official in the event the work and review is of a minor nature.
H. 
Certificate fees.
(1) 
The fee for a certificate of occupancy shall be 15% of the new construction permit fee. The minimum fee shall be $75.
(2) 
The fee for a certificate of continued occupancy granted pursuant to a change of use shall be $95 for each technical subcode section. All commercial property with a change of tenant shall be $95 for each technical subcode section.
(3) 
The fee for the first issuance and the renewal of a temporary certificate of occupancy shall be $95. There shall be no fee for the first issuance of the temporary certificate of occupancy provide that the certificate of occupancy fee is paid at that time.
I. 
The fee for an application for a variation shall be $145.
J. 
Special inspections.
(1) 
The fee for special inspections other than during business hours shall be $150 per hour with a three-hour minimum.
K. 
Electronic permit surcharge fee.
(1) 
The electronic permit surcharge fee shall be in the amount of $1 per $1,000 of value of construction per N.J.A.C. 5:23-4.22.
[Amended 5-11-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-14; 12-3-2008 by Ord. No. 2008-24]
A. 
All fees paid to the Township pursuant to this chapter are nonrefundable except as otherwise specifically set forth in the regulations of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code. All fees shall be paid by cash, check, money order or other approved method payable to Manalapan Township Construction Code Department.
B. 
In the case of discontinuance of a building project, the volume of the work actually completed shall be computed. Any excess for the uncompleted work shall be returned to the permit holder, except that all penalties that may have been imposed on the permit holder under the requirements of the regulation shall first be collected. Plan review fees are not refundable.
The Construction Official shall, with the advice of the subcode officials, prepare and submit to the Township Committee, not less than annually, a report recommending a fee schedule based on the operating expenses of the code enforcing agency and any other expenses of the municipality fairly attributable to the enforcement of the State Uniform Construction Code Act.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See N.J.S.A. 52:27D-119 et seq.
[Amended 5-11-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-14; 4-10-2019 by Ord. No. 2019-05]
In order to provide for the training, certification and technical support programs required by the Uniform Construction Code Act and the Regulations,[1] the enforcing agency shall collect, in addition to the fees specified above, a surcharge fee of $0.00371 per cubic foot of volume of new building and additions, and for all other construction a fee of $1.90 per $1,000 value of construction. Said surcharge fee shall be remitted to the Division of Codes and Standards, Department of Community Affairs, on a quarterly basis.
[1]
Editor's Note: The phrase "The Regulations" refers to the Uniform Construction Code Regulations adopted by the Department of Community Affairs for the enforcement of the Uniform Construction Code Act (N.J.S.A. 52:27D-119 et seq.).
[Amended 5-11-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-14; 11-9-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-38; 4-24-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-08; 12-11-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-23]
A. 
No state or county agencies shall be required to pay any municipal fee or charge in order to secure a construction permit for the erection or alteration of any public buildings or part thereof.
B. 
The Township of Manalapan shall not be charged any fees pursuant to this section for construction contracted for or conducted by the Township within its boundaries when the Township itself is the enforcing agency.
C. 
Any religious organization or institution organized pursuant to the New Jersey Nonprofit Corporations Act[1] shall be reimbursed by the Township for up to $500 per calendar year for any municipal fees or charges paid to secure a construction permit for any construction, alteration or improvement to premises owned by the entity.
[1]
Editor's Note: See N.J.S.A. 15A:1-1 et seq.
D. 
No person shall be charged any fees pursuant to this section for construction, reconstruction, alteration or improvement designed and undertaken solely to promote accessibility by disabled persons to any existing private structure or any of the facilities contained therein.
E. 
No person who is deemed disabled, nor a parent or sibling of such a disabled person, shall be required to pay any municipal fee or charge in order to secure a construction permit for any construction, alteration or improvement that promotes accessibility to the living unit of the disabled person.
F. 
For purposes of this section, a "disabled person" shall be defined as a person who has the total and permanent inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment, including blindness, and shall include, but not be limited to, any resident of this state who is disabled pursuant to the federal Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 416), or the federal Railroad Retirement Act of 1974 (45 U.S.C. § 231 et seq.), or is rated as having a 60% disability or higher pursuant to any federal law administered by the United States Veterans' Act. For purposes of this subsection, "blindness" means central visual acuity of 20/200 or less in the better eye with the use of a correcting lens. An eye which is accompanied by a limitation in the fields of vision such that the widest diameter of the visual field subtends an angle no greater than 20° shall be considered as having a central visual acuity of 20/200 or less. In addition to the foregoing, a disabled person shall include any individual meeting any definition set forth by any amendment to N.J.S.A. 52:27D-126e, under the authority of which this subsection is enacted.
G. 
Any veteran of the armed services who has been determined by the Department of Veterans Affairs to have a service connected disability of 100% shall be reimbursed by the Township for up to $500 per calendar year for any municipal fee or charge paid to secure a construction permit for any construction, alteration or improvement to the veteran’s principal residence.