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Construction Fee Schedule
Below are the permit fee schedules for the Borough of Madison and the Borough of Chatham.
These fees are subject to change at any point. The most up-to-date fees can be obtained at the Building Construction Department office located at 50 Kings Road, Madison, New Jersey. State fees may be applied on-top of the fees outlined below.
New Jersey Administrative Code, Title 5 Community Affairs, Chapter 23 Uniform Construction Code, Subchapter 4 Enforcing Agencies; Duties; Powers; Procedures can be found here.
Permit Fee Schedules
Building Permit Fee Schedule
Buildings | Minimum Fee of $150.00
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| New, 1 & 2 Family | $0.03 Cubic Foot Volume |
| New, All Others | $0.03 Cubic Foot Volume |
| Additions, 1 & 2 Family | $0.03 Cubic Foot Volume |
| Additions, All Others | $0.03 Cubic Foot Volume |
Demolition
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 & 2 Family Buildings | $100.00 |
| Accessory Building | $50.00 |
| Others | $200.00 |
| Removal of Building from one lot to Another | $20.00 per $1000.00 Cost + $50.00 Demolition Fee |
Renovations and/or Alterations | Minimum Fee of $46.00
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 & 2 Family | $20.00 per $1,000.00 of Cost |
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Variation | $100.00 |
| Signs | $46.00 |
Roofing & Siding
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Commercial | $20.00 per $1,000.00 of Cost |
CO/TCO
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 & 2 Family | $50.00 |
| Commercial/Others | $100.00 |
| CCO | $100.00 |
| CO Change in Use | $150.00 |
| Multiple CO | $100.00 first unit & $50.00 per each additional unit |
Abatement | 5:8-8.9
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Lead Abatement *Subject to change. Fee is based on state fee schedule |
$196.00 (No State Surcharge) |
| Lead Clearance Cert.
*Subject to change. Fee is based on state fee schedule |
$39.00 |
| Asbestos Abatement *Subject to change. Fee is based on state fee schedule |
$118.00 (No State Surcharge) |
| Asbestos Clearance Cert. *Subject to change. Fee is based on state fee schedule |
$24.00 |
DCA Surcharges | 5:23-4.19
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| New Structures/Additions | $0.00371 per Cubic Foot Volume |
| Alterations/Renovations | $1.90 per $1,000.00 of Value |
Electrical Permit Fee Schedule
Minimum Fee of $46.00
Electrical Fixtures & Devices
Including Light Fixtures, Outlets, Sensors, Dimmers and Smoke Detectors. No charge for residential Communications points.
*All fees are subject to change. Fees are based on state fee schedule
| Fixture/Device Count | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1-50 | $50.00 |
| 51-76 | $59.00 |
| 77-102 | $68.00 |
| 103-128 | $77.00 |
| 129-154 | $86.00 |
| 155-180 | $95.00 |
| 181-206 | $104.00 |
| 207-232 | $113.00 |
| 233-258 | $122.00 |
| 259-284 | $131.00 |
| 285-310 | $140.00 |
| 311-336 | $149.00 |
| 337-362 | $158.00 |
| 363-388 | $167.00 |
| 389-414 | $176.00 |
| 415-440 | $185.00 |
| 441-466 | $194.00 |
| 467-492 | $203.00 |
| Fixture/Device Count | Fee |
|---|---|
| 493-518 | $212.00 |
| 519-544 | $221.00 |
| 545-570 | $230.00 |
| 571-596 | $239.00 |
| 701-726 | $248.00 |
| 727-752 | $257.00 |
| 753-778 | $266.00 |
| 779-804 | $275.00 |
| 805-830 | $284.00 |
| 831-856 | $293.00 |
| 857-882 | $302.00 |
| 883-908 | $311.00 |
| 909-934 | $320.00 |
| 935-960 | $329.00 |
| 961-986 | $338.00 |
| 987-1012 | $347.00 |
| 1013-1038 | $356.00 |
Transformers, Generators & Air Conditioning Units
| Kilowatts | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1-10 | $15.00 |
| 10.1 - 45 | $65.00 |
| 45.1-111 | $129.00 |
| Over 112.5 | $640.00 |
Motors
| Horsepower | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1-10 | $15.00 |
| 11-50 | $65.00 |
| 51-100 | $129.00 |
| Over 101 | $640.00 |
Services & Subpanels
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to 225 Amps | $65.00 |
| 226 Amps - 1000 Amps | $129.00 |
| Over 1000 Amps | $640.00 |
| Whirlpools/Jacuzzis | $15.00 |
| Hydro-massage Tubs/ Hot tubs | $77.00 |
| Receptacles 30-50 Amps | $15.00 |
| Receptacles over 50 Amps | $65.00 |
| Parking Lot Lights 8' or less (up to 50 lights) | $50.00 |
| Parking Lot Lights over 8' | $15.00 (Each) |
| Communications Closet | $15.00 |
| Signs over 20 Amps to 225 Amps | $65.00 |
| Private In-Ground and Above Ground Swimming Pools | $77.00 |
| Panel Board | $65.00 |
| Underwater Lights | $15.00 |
| Annual Pool Inspection | $50.00 |
| Each Additional Pool Inspection | $34.00 |
Public pools new installations - Fees will be charged for individual devices, lights, motors, heaters, switches & outlets.
Note: For heating unit replacement/low voltage wiring (alarms, landscape lighting, and rain sensors) a sealed electrical application is not required, but an exemption is needed.
Certificate for commercial alarms & communication wiring
New or replacement A/C condenser or electrical water heater needs sealed application
Fire Permit Fee Schedule
Minimum Fee of $46.00
Sprinklers
| Sprinkler Head Count | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1-20 | $91.00 |
| 21-100 | $168.00 |
| 101-200 | $321.00 |
| 201-400 | $831.00 |
| 401-1000 | $1,150.00 |
| Over 1000 | $1,469.00 |
Alarm Devices
| Alarm Devices/Smoke Damper Count | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1-12 | $50.00 |
| Each additional 25 | $17.00 |
Other
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Standpipes | $321.00 |
| Pre-Engineered Systems | $129.00 |
| Smoke Control Systems | $92.00 |
| Gas/Oil Fired Appliances | $65.00 (Each) |
| Kitchen Exhaust Systems (Commercial) | $46.00 |
| Fire Pumps (Install) | $150.00 |
| Underground Storage Tank Installed | $46.00 |
| Underground Storage Tank Removed | $50.00 (No State Surcharge) |
| Aboveground Storage Tank Installed | $46.00 |
| Aboveground Storage Tank Removed | $50.00 (No State Surcharge) |
Mechanical Permit Fee Schedule
Minimum Fee of $50.00
Replacements
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| AC Units | $50.00 |
| Fuel Oil Piping Connections | $50.00 |
| Gas Piping Connections | $50.00 |
| Hot Air Furnace | $50.00 |
| Hot Water Boiler | $50.00 |
| LPG Tank | $50.00 |
| Oil Tank | $50.00 |
| Steam Boiler | $50.00 |
| Water Heater | $50.00 |
Other
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Gas Logs, Fireplace Inserts & Chimney Liners | $50.00 |
Plumbing Permit Fee Schedule
Minimum Fee of $46.00
*All fees are subject to change. Fees are based on state fee schedule
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Water Closet | $15.00 |
| Urinal/Bidet | $15.00 |
| Bath Tub/Spa | $15.00 |
| Tempering Valve | $15.00 |
| Lavatory | $15.00 |
| Shower | $15.00 |
| Steam Unit | $91.00 |
| Floor Drain | $15.00 |
| Sink | $15.00 |
| Dishwasher | $15.00 |
| Garbage Disposal | $15.00 |
| Drinking Fountain | $15.00 |
| Washing Machine | $15.00 |
| Hose Bibb | $15.00 |
| Water Piping | $15.00 |
| Stacks | $15.00 |
| Gas/Fuel Piping Connects | $15.00 |
| Water Softners | $15.00 |
| Water Heater | $15.00 |
| Steam Boiler | $91.00 |
| Hot Water Boiler | $91.00 |
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| HVAC Unit Replacement | $91.00 |
| HVAC Unit, New | $91.00 |
| Furnace, New | $15.00 |
| Furnace with Coil | $91.00 |
| Backflow Preventer - Testable | $91.00 |
| Backflow Preventer - Non-Testable | $15.00 |
| Sewer Pump | $91.00 |
| Sump Pump | $15.00 |
| Grease Trap | $91.00 |
| Water Service | $91.00 |
| Sewer Servicec | $91.00 |
| Interceptor/Separator | $91.00 |
| Air Conditioning Unit | $91.00 |
| Air Compressor | $91.00 |
| Air Piping | $91.00 |
| Medical Piping | $91.00 |
| Medical Connection | $15.00 |
| BFP Single Port | $15.00 |
| LP Gas Tank | $91.00 |
| VAV/Heat Pump | $15.00 |
| Reverse Osmosis Unit | $91.00 |