The Department of Code Enforcement
and Inspections
Anthony Grenci, Director
(973) 378-7715 Ext. 7700
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The Department of Code Enforcement and Inspections has numerous
functions including, but not limited to:
1. Issuing building permits for construction, demolition, remodeling
of and repair of structures, upon the approval of applications for
same;
2. Issuing street opening permits for installation and repair
of water mains, gas lines, etc.;
3. Issuing permits for signs, commercial, air-conditioning, oil
burners and oil tanks;
4. Performing inspections for and issuing certificates of occupancy
(for rentals);
5. Investigating complaints of violations of Village codes and
ordinances dealing with building, zoning and health codes;
6. Consolidating and coordinating all regulatory inspections relating
to buildings and structures which are not vested in any other department
or division. The department makes all building inspections authorized
or required by general law or the Building and Property Maintenance
code of the Village and enforces the provisions of such laws and
ordinances.
Division of Code Enforcement and Inspections
The Division of Code Enforcement and Inspections enforces the provisions
of the Uniform Construction Code, the Village Codes of Property
Maintenance and Housing Standards and such other codes as may be
required to be enforced within the Village. The present BOCA (Basic
Building Code) was adopted by ordinance in 1977 along with a National
Plumbing Code and the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code. The
Housing Code and Property Maintenance Code were adopted in 1965
and cover all buildings (commercial as well as residential). Enforcement
of these codes helps prevent the deterioration of buildings throughout
the Village. Proper occupancy standards of all buildings are maintained
to preserve the residential atmosphere of the Village and the general
welfare of the citizens. All inspections required by the Uniform
Construction Code and the enforcement of this code are accomplished
by the following:
1. Construction Code Official
2. Fire Sub Code Official
3. Building Inspector
4. Building Sub Code Official
5. Plumbing Sub Code Official
6. Electrical Sub Code Official
7. Elevator Sub Code Official
8. Zoning Officer
9. Maintenance & Housing Inspector
Permits are required for almost all building and renovating, moreover,
all contractors and landscapers must be licensed with the Village.
Please call the Division of Code Enforcement and Inspections if
you have any questions 3 7 8 - 7 7 1 5, EXT. 7700.
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Division of Property Maintenance & Housing Standards
The Division of Property Maintenance and Housing Standards is responsible
for inspecting, enforcing and prosecuting old violations of the
Village Property Maintenance and Housing Standards Code which articulates
numerous residential standards for such matters as: water supply,
facilities, storage and disposal of garbage and rubbish, lighting
and electrical services, ventilation, egress, minimum floor area
requirements, area requirements based on occupancy, ceiling height,
sleeping areas, heat supply, maintenance of the exterior of a residence,
including lawns and sidewalks.
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Residential Village Ordinance Information
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