The Springfield Construction Office is responsible for construction permits, plan reviews, inspections, and Resale / Rental Certificates as allowed by the State of New Jersey and the Springfield Township code.
Mission: Our mission is to enforce the regulations and codes under our jurisdiction with diligence, fairness, helpfulness, thoroughness, and integrity while acting professionally and respectfully. Whether you are an experienced contractor, builder, or homeowner performing your first construction project, we are here to help you navigate the permitting and inspection process.
Getting Started:
This information packet has been designed to assist homeowners to prepare their permit application when they are undertaking a remodeling a remodeling project themselves for their own private residence. Whether you are planning on doing the work yourself or are hiring a contractor, our homeowners guide to applying for a permit will assist you in the application process.
Division of Codes and Standards:
The New Jersey department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state agency that provides administrative guidance to local governments, and within the DCA, the Division of Codes and Standards establishes and enforces building codes. For a complete listing of the DCA’s forms or for more detailed information, see the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Division of Codes and Standards.
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Springfield Township Construction Permit Fee Schedule
DCA Forms:
Mechanical Subcode technical Chimney Certification
Air barrier & Insulation Checklist
Additional Documents:
Smoke Alarm & Carbon Monoxide Requirements
Finished Basement Permit Handout
Residential Deck Permit Handout
Resale & Rental Inspection Checklist
Contact Us:
Construction Offical, Building and Fire Sub-code Offical
Technical Assistant to the Construction Offical
Electric Subcode Offical
Plumbing Subcode Offical and Mechanical Inspector
Municipal Building address:
Springfield Township
2159 Jacksonville-Jobstown Road
Jobstown, NJ 08041
Phone: 609-723-2464
Fax: 609-723-6591
Service Counter (to drop off or pick up permits):
9 AM – 4 PM daily
Inspections:
Building and Fire – Mondays and Thursdays 3 pm - 6:30 pm
Electric, Plumbing, and Mechanical – Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm
(Inspection windows are approximate and can vary – see our List of required Inspections for further information)