This area is bound by West Main Street, South Doughty Avenue, Veterans Memorial Drive, Union Street and Division Street. The area was amended to include the properties along the north side of West Main Street and is bounded by Davenport Street and North Doughty Avenue. The major portion of this area is under development and...
This is the largest redevelopment area in the Borough and region that is development ready. It consists of approximately 140 acres, bisected by Route 206. Approximately 30-acres west of Route 206 are wetlands and will not be developed. This portion will form part of the Somerset County Raritan River Greenway. The portion to the east...
Call the Property Maintenance Officer to report violations and complaints about property maintenance, such as: Code violations Debris or weed abatement Inoperable vehicles on private property Unpermitted signage
The State of New Jersey recently passed a new law that requires lead paint inspections for all rental properties. If you own a rental property, you may have received a letter from us about this new law. Need to know Cost: $50 administration fee $20 state fee You need to get an inspection by July...
You need to register and schedule an inspection for your rental property if it's a single or 2-family home This does not apply to apartment buildings with 3 or more units and owner-occupied 2-family homes. Inspections are not required for newly constructed buildings (for up to 5 years). Need to know Cost (annual) $100 for...
If you want to offer outdoor dining on the sidewalk outside of your business, you need a sidewalk cafe permit and approval from the Architectural Review Board. Any business that received a sidewalk cafe approval, as a COVID-19 temporary provision, must reapply for a permanent sidewalk cafe. Need to know Costs are non-refundable: $60 for...
Development projects, such as subdivisions, site plans, and variances, require a land use permit. This is sometimes referred to as the entitlement process. Learn about land use permits and the public hearing review process. Need to know Costs vary based on the complexity of the project. You'll need to pay an initial deposit to cover...
Development projects, such as subdivisions, site plans, and variances, require a land use permit. The approval process typically involves public hearings with the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment. Sometimes this is referred to as the entitlement process. Rules and regulations The Borough's land use and development ordinance includes the setbacks and other zoning...
Use this map to look up the zoning for a property and learn about zoning districts. The Borough's land use and development ordinance includes the setbacks and other zoning requirements for each zone within the Borough.
You often need a zoning permit before you can get a building permit for your construction project. Learn about zoning permits. Need to know Cost is $25, non-refundable Before you start Projects have different requirements, depending on the nature of the work. Before you apply, learn about zoning permits and prepare the required materials. You...
You often need a zoning permit before you can get a construction permit for your project. The zoning permit makes sure your project complies with development rules and standards. Projects have different requirements, depending on the nature of the work. Before you apply, review the application forms and prepare the required materials. We have some...
Construction projects in Somerville need to meet local, state, and federal codes and regulations. Uniform Construction Code The Uniform Construction Code (UCC) dictates what building codes are to be used in the design and construction of new buildings, additions, and renovation of residential and non residential structures. State building codes View the adopted codes and...
We inspect your construction project as work progresses to make sure everything is safe and meets codes and regulations. The owner, or other responsible person in charge of work, must notify us when work is ready for an inspection. Need to know You need to schedule at least 24 hours in advance. The cost of...
Most construction projects and repairs require a construction permit. Need to know Permit costs vary depending on the type of permit and job valuation. Timeline varies depending on the size and complexity of the project. If you do work without a permit, you may need to pay a fine and undo the work done. Before...
Construction projects and repairs require a construction permit. Before you can get a construction permit for some projects, you might need to get a zoning permit first. This could involve approval from the Planning Board or Zoning Board. Contact us to find out if zoning approval is required for your project. Projects have different requirements,...
We issue permits to make sure construction and development in Somerville is safe and compliant. Most construction projects and repairs require permits. Before you can get a construction permit, you often need a zoning permit first. There are a several subtypes of construction permits: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing Fire protection You will always need to...
