Newark, New Jersey Building Codes

Building Codes References

• New Jersey has adopted state-wide building codes which cannot be amended locally.
Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling CodeIBC 2006; IRC 2006 (New Jersey Uniform Construction Code)Div. Of Codes & Standards, Publications Dept. or (609) 984-0040
Structural CodeIBC 2006; IRC 2006 (New Jersey Uniform Construction Code)Div. Of Codes & Standards, Publications Dept. or (609) 984-0040
Plumbing CodeNSPC 2006Div. Of Codes & Standards, Publications Dept. or (609) 984-0040
Mechanical CodeIMC 2006 (New Jersey Uniform Construction Code)Div. Of Codes & Standards, Publications Dept. or (609) 984-0040
Electrical CodeNEC 2005Div. Of Codes & Standards, Publications Dept. or (609) 984-0040
Accessibility CodeANSI 117.1- 2003 (New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, Subchapter 7)Div. Of Codes & Standards, Publications Dept. or (609) 984-0040
Energy CodeASHRAE 90.1-2004 (New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, Subchapter 3)Div. Of Codes & Standards, Publications Dept. or (609) 984-0040
Elevator CodeASME A 17.1 (New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, Subchapter 12)Div. Of Codes & Standards, Publications Dept. or (609) 984-0040
Other CodesGas: IFGC 2006; Div. Of Codes & Standards, Publications Dept. or (609) 984-0040

Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
Jurisdictional AreaContact
ElectricalElectrical Bureau
Phone: (973) 733-6410
EnvironmentalEnvironmental Health
Phone: (973) 733-3719
Fire MarshalStanley Kossup
Director, Fire Department
Phone: (973) 733-7424
ZoningZoning Board of Adjustment
Phone: (973) 733-6333
PlanningHarry Hines
City Planning Officer
Phone: (973) 733-8426
City AttorneyMichelle Hollar-Gregory
Corporation Counsel
Phone: (973) 733-8935
Parks/RecreationCharles Wilder
Acting Manager
Phone: (973) 733-3900
Building codes are also available for these other New Jersey municipalities: