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New Jersey Uniform Construction Code and an Introduction to the Municipal Land Use Law
New Jersey Societyof Municipal
EngineersCME ProgramNov. 13, 2014
Carl E. Peters,PE, PLS, PP, CO
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Carl E Peters, PE, PLS, PP, CO4525 Route 27Princeton, NJ 08540,[email protected]
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Objective
To give Professional Engineers the tools required to obtain the municipal approvals necessary to construct, repair, renovate, alter, add to or change the use of a building in New Jersey
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Introduction to: NJ Municipal Land Use Law (MLUL) Municipal Bodies Regulating Land Use Planning and Zoning NJ Uniform Construction Code Residential Site Improvements Standards Regulation of Design Professionals
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Why Do CME’s Need To Know This?
Review of Site Plans & Subdivisons Administration of Projects On
Municipally Owned Buildings Coordination of Prior Approvals and
Site Inspections with Code Officials Projects for Private Clients Management of Playgrounds
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Why Do CME’s Need To Know This?
Possible Employment Opportunities Follow the laws of professional
practice
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Lesson Plan
Work through the process of obtaining municipal approvals to plan and construct/alter a building
Stop along the way to describe key elements of the process
Discuss benefit of this information for both home and professional use
Class interaction is encouraged
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Our Project
Mixed Use Building Existing two story building – 4000 sq. ft. New building footprint 5000 sq. ft.
First Floor – Retail Second Floor - Professional Offices Third Floor – Four Residential Units
On-site parking At corner of two municipal streets Must acquire 100’ strip from adjacent lot
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The ConditionsDescription Required Proposed
Minimum Lot Area 80,000 sf 90,000 sf
Width 250 lf 300 lf (200 lf exist)
Depth 250 lf 300 lf
Front Yard Setback 50 lf 60’
Side Yard Setback 25 lf 40’
Rear Yard Setback 25 lf 190 lf
Max. Building Area 25,000 sf 15,000 sf
Max. Lot Coverage 20% 5.6%
Max. Building Height 35’ 37’
Parking Spaces 1 per 300 sf comm.Residential per RSIS
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Questions What Land Use Approvals are required? How long is it likely to take from project inception
until issuance of a construction permit? What are the codes that govern the design of the
project? If the municipal agency is Class 3 may they review
the plans for the project? Must the building have an elevator? How many h/c parking spaces are required?
Does the number of h/c spaces change if the second floor offices are for an orthopedic group?
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How long will it take before the construction can begin?
0 – 6 months 6 – 12 months 13 – 18 months 19 - 24 months Greater than 2 years
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Design and Review Timeline
Property Survey Preliminary Design Land Use Approvals Final Design Meet Conditions of Land Use
Approvals Utility Company Authorizations Construction Code Approvals
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How is Local Land Use Regulated? NJ Municipal Land Use Law (MLUL)
What is it? How was it created? What does it regulate?
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Municipal Bodies Regulating Land Use
Who are they? What are their responsibilities?
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Planning and Zoning
What are they? How are they implemented? How do they affect your project?
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Regulation of Design Professionals
Registered Architects Professional Engineers Professional Land Surveyors
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Residential Site Improvements Standards
What are they? When were they created? When are they applicable?
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Most Importantly
We will learn where to find the information we need: Statutes, Regulations, Ordinances
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Not Included
State Plan Special Land Use Regulations
Fair Housing, Redevelopment, Brownfields, Historic Preservation
Environmental Regulations Freshwater Wetlands, CAFRA
Special Planning Areas Meadowlands, Pinelands
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Definitions and Abbreviations
DCA – NJ Department of Community Affairs – Division of Codes and Standards
MLUL – NJ Municipal Land Use Law
RSIS – Residential Site Improvements Standards
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Historical Background
Municipalities may only engage in the activities that are authorized by the State
1928 – Model Zoning Enabling Act 1935 – Municipal Planning Act 1975 – Municipal Land Use Law
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Historical Background
Prior to the mid-1970’s municipalities were allowed to create their own: Land Use Regulations and Procedures Construction Codes
Municipal Land Use Law - 1975 Effective August 1, 1976
Uniform Construction Code Act -1975 Code Effective January 1, 1977
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Purpose of Uniform Construction Code Act – NJSA 52:27D – 119 et seq
Speed Construction Reduce Costs Encourage Innovation And Economy Adequate Performance = Acceptability Permit Modern Construction Techniques Eliminate Unnecessary Regulations That
Increase Cost And Retard Use Of New Materials
Eliminate Duplication Of Effort And Fees
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Getting a Project Started
What do we know first? Who? What? When? Where? How?
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Getting a Project Started What we know at the outset
Who wants to build something – us What we want to build – house, store,
restaurant, garage, etc. Defines the process we must follow
When – not nearly soon enough Where – We may know the general region
but not yet have a specific property How – Is what this class is all about.
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Planning and Zoning
New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law, N.J.S.A. 40:55D-1 et seq[A1] 565 Municipalities create their own
development regulations Zoning Map and Ordinance
Local regulations must be built along the rules and framework established in MLUL
MLUL dictates the process Purchase through NJPO
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Municipal Land Use Bodies
Governing Body Planning Board Zoning Board of Adjustment
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Governing Body – Who Are They?
Elected Municipal Legislative Body NJ Forms of Municipal Government
See http://www.njslom.org/forms-of-government.html
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Governing Body - Responsibilities
Board Appointments Create Ordinances Enforcement Establish Fees Hear appeals
For approval of type (d) variances only Only if specified by ordinance
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Planning Board – Who Are They? Class I: The mayor or mayor’s designee. (1) Class II: A municipal official, other than a
member of the governing body, appointed by the mayor. (1)
Class III: A member of the governing body, appointed by it. (1)
Class IV: Other citizens of the municipality, appointed by the mayor. Class IV members may not hold any other municipal office or position. (4 or 6)
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Planning Board Responsibilities Prepare Master Plan Subdivision Control Site Plan Review
One and two family dwellings are exempt Zoning Ordinance Bulk Variances per NJSA 40:55D-70 c Conditional Use Authorization Permission to build on lot w/o street
frontage
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Zoning Board of Adjustment
Who Are They? Seven Municipal Residents May not hold any other municipal
position
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Zoning Board Responsibilities
Hear Appeals of Decisions Made by the Administrative Officer
Interpret the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map
Hear Requests for “c” Variances C(1) – Hardship C(2) – Flexible One and Two Family Dwellings Only
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Zoning Board Responsibilities
Hear Requests for “d” variances The use or principal structure in a district
regulated against such use or building. An expansion of a nonconforming use. Deviation from the standards for a
conditional use. An increase in the permitted floor area
ratio.
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Zoning Board Responsibilities
Hear Requests for “d” variances An increase in permitted density. The height of a principal structure that
exceeds by 10 feet or 10% of the height permitted in the district for a principal structure
Five yes votes are required for approval
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Zoning Ordinance and Map Define Permitted uses (including conditional uses –
such as a place of worship in a residential zone)
Permitted lot size and dimensions Allowable building area Allowable building height Required yard setbacks (the distances that
a building must be situated away from a lot line)
Parking requirements And often much more
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Finding a Site for Your Project
Local Zoning Ordinance and Map Check Municipal Web Site Meet With Zoning Officer If your desired use is not permitted in the
zone in which your property is located, you may wish to consider another location.
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Preliminary Design Consider Hiring an Architect Now
To Provide assistance to lay out the size and shape of building and site improvements
Required for all building projects other than single family, owner occupied, residences
The Building Design Services Act, NJSA 45:4B-1, et seq. specifies: Design that may be performed by an architect,
and; Design that may be performed by an engineer.
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The Property Survey Performed by Professional Land
Surveyor Provides information about:
Size and shape of property Location and shape of existing
improvements on the property and sometimes beneath the surface of the property
Legal restrictions on use - such as easements
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Where do I go next?
One or two family home Next step is to “Building Department” Unless you are unable to meet one or
more of the bulk regulations in the zone Then go to Zoning Board of Adjustment
Or if you need to create a new lot or adjust a lot line a subdivision is required Go to the Planning Board
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Where do I go next?
For Anything Else Obtain Site Plan Approval
Go to Planning Board, unless A (d) variance is required, then - Go to
Zoning Board of Adjustment Unless - The Municipal Land Use
Ordinance provides for an exemption
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Site Plan and Major Subdivision Approval
Division of Responsibilities NJAC 13:40 – 7.1 et seq.
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/laws/pelsregs.pdf
Checklist Requirements Per Municipal Ordinance
Which Board has Jurisdiction?
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Site Plan and Major Subdivision Approval
Completeness Review Upon certification by board or designee After 45 days from submittal, unless
Application is missing information required on the completeness checklist, and
Applicant has been notified in writing within 45 days.
When complete the development clock starts.
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Site Plan and Major Subdivision Approval
Time for Approval – Preliminary Site Plan 45 days
If 10 acres or less and 10 dwelling units or less
95 days If over 10 acres or dwelling units
120 days If a variance is required
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Site Plan and Major Subdivision Approval
Time for Approval – Preliminary Subdivision 45 days
If 10 or fewer lots If classified as a minor subdivision
95 days If more than 10 lots
120 days If a variance is required
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Site Plan and Major Subdivision Approval
Time for Approval – Final Approval of Site Plans and Major subdivisions
Failure of the Board to act within the required time frame results in an approval
Site Plan, Subdivision, Conditional Use and Variance approval may occur simultaneously Longest time period for action governs
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Site Plan and Major Subdivision Approval
Public Hearing Notice required May be waived for minor site plans and
subdivisions without variances Findings of Fact, performance bonds,
etc. Filing of Subdivision maps or deeds
Minor – 190 days Major – 95 days
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Residential Site Improvements Standards
When Applicable shall govern any site improvements
carried out or intended to be carried out or required to be carried out in connection with any application for residential subdivision, site plan approval, or variance
These standards are both a maximum and minimum that may be required
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Residential Site Improvements Standards
shall control all matters concerning the construction, alteration, addition, repair, removal, demolition, maintenance, and use of any siteimprovements constructed by a developer in connection with residential development.
streets, roads, parking facilities, sidewalks, drainage structures, grading, water supply and sanitary sewers
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Residential Site Improvements Standards
Streets Street hierarchy Right of way width Cartway width Curb or shoulder Sidewalk or graded area On street parking lanes Pavement cross-section Curb materials
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Land Use Approvals Obtained – Now What?
Final Building Design Obtain Construction Code Permits Get Utility Mark-outs Begin Work Progress Inspections Final Inspections Obtain Certificate of Occupancy Bond Release11/10/2014
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Final Building Design and Plan Approval
Who can prepare plans? What laws and regulations control
design? Where do I submit the plans for
review? What do I need to submit? How long will the review take?
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Final Building Design and Plan Approval
The short answers are:
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Who may prepare plans? Registered Architect Professional Engineer in accordance with
Building Design Services Act IBC Use and Occupancy Classifications
Licensed Electrician – Class 3 Buildings Licensed Master Plumber – Class 3
Buildings Homeowner – for owner occupied, single
family, detached dwellings
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What Laws and Regulations Control Building Design?
NJ Construction Code Act NJ Uniform Construction Code
NJ Uniform Construction Code defines the model codes to be used in NJ Note: The State of New Jersey makes its
own modifications to the model codes
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Where do I submit the plans for review?
It Depends? Local Enforcing Agency County Enforcing Agency Inter-local Enforcing Agency NJ Department of Community Affairs Other?
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What do I need to submit? Two sets of plans and specifications Buff File Jacket with certifications Building Technical Form Electrical Technical Form Plumbing Technical Form Fire Protection Technical Form Mechanical Technical Form Elevator Technical Form Other
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Obtain Prior Approvals
Zoning Water Supply Sewage Disposal Electric Service Gas Service Street Opening Other
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How long will it take to issue a permit?
Agency reviews plans within 20 business days
May deny application or request additional information Failure to act equals denial
Issues Permits If you start construction before receiving
the required permits you will be fined.
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After Permits are issued
Call for utility mark-outs Notify inspection agency before
starting construction Other
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Inspections During Construction
Footings Foundation
Location Survey by PLS Framing Insulation Rough and Final Plumbing and Electric Final
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Request Certificate of Occupancy
Obtain Form - Request for Certificate Submit Form to Enforcing Agency Agency Has 10 business days to act If you occupy before receiving a
certificate of occupancy you will be fined.
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Statutes and Regulations
Statutes N.J.S.A. – NJ Statutes Annotated Created by Legislature Signed by
Governor Rules and Regulations
N.J.A.C. – NJ Administrative Code Created by State Departments
Community Affairs Publication in NJ Register
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The Rest of the Story
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CONSTRUCTION CODE ACT
The Statute creating a statewide construction code
Effect of Code Promulgation All other local regulations are superseded Does not invalidate local zoning
ordinances Does not invalidate local licensing of
construction trades Unless already licensed by State
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New Jersey Uniform Construction Code Act
Enabling Legislation Purpose for creating a UCC Establishing of Subcodes Sets standards for training and
qualifications of code officials Establishes powers of the Commissioner Organization of Local Enforcing Agencies Mechanism for appeals
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Regulations
Administrative Code Created by Commissioner Augments the statute
May not contradict the statute
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New Jersey Uniform Construction Code (UCC)
Regulations How to obtain a permit under the NJ
Uniform Construction Code When permits are necessary Who can prepare plans What inspections are required Prior approvals Obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy
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New Jersey Uniform Construction Code (UCC)
Regulations Types of Enforcing Agencies Requirements for Code Licensing Adoption and modification of model
codes Barrier Free Access Requirements Requirements for Existing Buildings Playground Safety Regulations
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UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE REGULATIONS – NJAC 5:23-1 et seq
Effective Date: January 1, 1977 Promulgated by Commissioner of the
Department of Community Affairs (DCA) With guidance from Code Advisory Board
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Uniform Construction Code
Subchapter 1 – General Provisions Subchapter 2 – Administration and
Enforcement; Process Subchapter 3 – Subcodes Subchapter 4 – Enforcing Agencies;
Duties; Powers; Procedures Subchapter 5 – Licensing of Code
Enforcement Officials
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Uniform Construction Code
Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode Subchapter 7 – Barrier Free Subcode Subchapter 8 – Asbestos Hazard Abatement
Subcode Subchapter 9 – Code Interpretations Subchapter 10 – Radon Hazard Subcode Subchapter 11 – Playground Safety
Subcode Subchapter 12 – Elevator Safety Subcode
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Subchapter 1 – General Provisions Intent and Purpose
Encourage innovation and economy in construction Provide standards for construction and materials in
conformance with nationally recognized standards Performance is the test for acceptability Permit use of modern methods of construction Eliminate restrictive, obsolete, conflicting and
unnecessary regulations Eliminate duplication of effort and fees in plan review
and inspection
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Subchapter 1 – General Provisions
Important Definitions Alteration Building Building Subcode Official Certificate of Continued Occupancy Certificate of Occupancy Construction Permit Department
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Subchapter 1 – General Provisions
Important Definitions (cont’d) Enforcing Agency Maintenance Minor work Ordinary Maintenance Owner Plans and Specifications Primary Function Space
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Subchapter 1 – General Provisions Important Definitions (cont’d)
Prior Approvals Private on-site Inspection and plan
review agency Reconstruction Rehabilitation Renovation Repair Small Job
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Subchapter 1 – General Provisions
Important Definitions (cont’d) Stop Construction Order Tenancy Use
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Subchapter 1 – General Provisions
Effective Date January 1, 1977 No other codes are in effect
Grace Period Six Months After A Subcode Revision
Complete Application All Prior Approvals Met
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NJ UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE
Subchapter 4 – Enforcing Agencies; Duties; Powers; Procedures
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES
5:23-4.1 this section controls the structure, organization and procedures of state local and inter-local enforcing agencies. It also governs the structure, organization and procedures for boards of appeals. It governs private enforcing agencies and how fees are established
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES 5:23-4.3 ESTABLISHING MUNICIPAL AGENCY
CERTIFIED NOTICE GIVEN TO DCA RESOLUTION BY GOVERNING BODY STAFF OR PRIVATE AGENCIES WHO WILL HEAR APPEALS IF LOCALS DON’T WANT TO ENFORCE, DCA WILL ENFORCING AGENCY MUST BE ESTABLISHED BY
ORDINANCE ORDINANCE ESTABLISHES POSITIONS ORDINANCE SETS FEES
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES
5:23-4.3 CONTINUED DEPARTMENTAL INTERVENTION
IF LOCALS AREN’T DOING JOB DCA SENDS NOTICE TO
GOVERNING BODY CONSTRUCTION OFFICIAL ADMINISTRATOR/MANAGER
DCA COULD DISSOLVE LOCAL AGENCY DCA CAN SUPPLANT A LOCAL AGENCY FOR
A SPECIFIC PROJECT
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES 5:23-4.3A Enforcing Agency
Classification RCS – Class 3 ICS – Class 2 HHS – Class 1 Determined by the highest class of
structure for which the lowest level Subcode Official or the Construction Official is authorized to review plans
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES
5:23-4.3A (d) Establishes what size and classification that each type of agency may perform plan review on Based Upon Use Groups in Building Code
(e) DCA may return plans to a lower level agency for review
Agencies may perform inspections on all classes of buildings
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IBC Use Groups – Chapter 3
Assembly Business Educational Factory and
Industrial High Hazard
Institutional Mercantile Residential Storage Utility and
Miscellaneous
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Building Design Services Act
NJSA 45B:7 Identifies which categories of buildings,
or portions of buildings may be designed by a Professional Engineer
Architects may design any use group, except “Engineering Works”
Based upon Building Code Use Groups
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES 5:23-4.4 Municipal Agency
Organization Construction Official – Chief
administrator – establishes operating routines and coordinates subcodes – Must hold at least one subcode license – Must be appointed as a local official (employee)
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES 5:23-4.4 Municipal Agency
Organization Subcode Official –
Exclusive decision making authority for the technical provisions of his Subcode.
Municipality may contract with private agencies for Subcode Official services
Inspectors Technical Assistant
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES
5:23-4.14 Private On-site agencies May hire inspectors or Subcode Officials
part time A Municipal Construction Official may not
be hired by a Private Agency
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES 5:23-4.17 Municipal Agency Fees
Set by ordinance Construction Official must prepare Annual Report
of receipts and expenses Fee Schedule shall cover cost of operating the
agency but should be used only for code enforcement purposes New construction based on volume Renovations based on cost Other Subcodes based upon fixtures
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 4ENFORCING AGENCIES
State Enforcing Agencies Bureau Of Local Code Enforcement
Enforces UCC In Municipalities That Have Chosen Not To Have A Local Agency
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NJ UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE
Subchapter 5 – Licensing of Code Enforcement Officials
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Subchapter 5 – Licensing of Code Enforcement Officials
5:23-5.3 Types Of Licenses Inspectors
Building Inspectors have HHS, ICS, RCS the other Subcodes only have ICS and HHS
License level indicates plan review authority – All inspectors are allowed to inspect all types of buildings
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Subchapter 5 – Licensing of Code Enforcement Officials
5:23-5.3 (a) 4. -Special Inspectors Structural Welding Structural Steel And Bolting Concrete Placement Reinforced Concrete Prestressed Concrete Structural Masonry Spray Applied Fire Proofing Exterior Insulation Finish Systems
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Subchapter 5 – Licensing of Code Enforcement Officials
5:23-5.6 Construction Official Requirements Hold at least one Subcode License Experience Per NJSA 52:27d-126b Complete an approved CO Training
Course
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Subchapter 5 – Licensing of Code Enforcement Officials
5:23-5.7 Subcode Official Requirements Have A Technical Inspector License Complete a Subcode Training Program Experience
10 Years as a journeyman, inspector or contractor currently regulated by the code
5 Years experience plus a Bachelor’s Degree in architecture or engineering or similar area of study
3 Years experience plus a PE or RA in NJ
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Subchapter 5 – Licensing of Code Enforcement Officials
5:23-5.25 Revocation Of Licenses Violated UCC Got license through fraud Gross Negligence Failed to report an offer of a bribe or favor Has failed to comply with an order of the
department
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NJ UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE
SUBCHAPTER 2 –ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT; PROCESS
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5:23 – 2.1 Title, Scope, Intent
Controls all construction, alteration, addition, repair removal, demolition, use, location and occupancy of all buildings and structures and service equipment
Covers both existing and proposed To insure public safety, health and
welfare
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5:23 – 2.2 Matter Covered
Applies to all buildings and appurtenances No building may be constructed, renovated
or altered or demolished in violation of the code
If it is not specified in the code the subcode official and construction official may make a determination
Use or occupancy without approval is a violation and subject to penalty
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5:23 – 2.2 Matter Covered
No municipal code may conflict with regard to structural, fire and sanitary safety
For use, location, permissible area and height, the more restrictive of UCC or local zoning code will govern
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5:23 – 2.3 Applicability
Applies to all construction performed after the date of the regulations
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5:23 – 2.4 Alterations, Replacements & Damages Work on existing structures shall conform to
rehabilitation subcode Work on a building damaged by fire or any
other cause shall be governed by rehabilitation subcode
Work required by a housing, fire or maintenance code shall be governed by that code unless referred back to UCC
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5:23 – 2.5 Increase in Size
If the building is increased in size the new area shall conform to the standards for new construction
Work in the old area is governed by the rehabilitation subcode
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5:23 – 2.6 Change of Use
Legal existing uses may continue Change of use requires a new c/o
A change of use may be defined differently in the zoning code than in the UCC
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5:23 – 2.7 Ordinary Maintenance
Ordinary maintenance may be performed without a permit or giving notice to the construction official
Does not include: Cutting of wall or partition Removal or cutting a beam or bearing support Change or removal of a means of egress Work affecting fire or structural safety Work that will increase building non-conformity
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5:23 – 2.7 Ordinary Maintenance
Does not include Addition, Alteration, Replacement Or
Relocation Of: Standpipe Water, Sewer, Gas, Drainage
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5:23 – 2.8 Installation of Equipment
Equipment may not be used until a certificate of occupancy or certificate of approval is issued
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5:23 – 2.9 Variations and Exceptions
May be granted when: Strict compliance would result in
practical difficulty An exception, if granted will not
jeopardize the health, safety and welfare of occupants and the public
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5:23 – 2.10 Applications for Variations
Must be filed in writing and state: Code requirement from which a variation
is sought How strict compliance would result in
practical difficulties Nature of difficulty Feasible alternative which adequately
protects health, safety and welfare
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5:23 – 2.11 Review of Variation Applications
Time for review: 20 days Considered denied if not acted upon
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5:23 – 2.12 Final Decision on Variations
Determination is made by appropriate Subcode Official
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5:23 – 2.13 Authority to Grant Variations
The agency with plan review responsibility has sole authority to grant variations
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5:23 – 2.14 Construction Permits – Where Required
Must apply for and receive a permit prior to starting construction, except: ordinary repairs minor work emergency work some temporary structures garden type sheds under 100 sq. ft. in area and
less than 10’ high fences 6’ or less in height
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5:23 – 2.14 Construction Permits – Where Required
Permits required for retaining walls – or a series of walls Total height of 4’ or greater Wall less than 4’ impacting a foundation
There is an exception for walls intended to be dedicated to the municipality and subject to regulation, inspection and issuance of bonds
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5:23 – 2.15 Construction Permits - Application
Standard Forms Buff Jacket
Certifications Owner
Homeowner’s Warranty Plan Preparation Perform or Supervise Building & Fire Perform Plumbing & Electrical Prior Approvals
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5:23 – 2.15 Construction Permits - Application
Standard Forms Buff Jacket
Certifications Agent
Homeowner Authorization Prior Approvals Taxation
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5:23 – 2.15 Construction Permits - Application
Standard Forms Technical Sections
Building Electrical Fire Plumbing Elevator Mechanical
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5:23 – 2.15 Construction Permits - Application
Description of proposed work Use group classification Type of construction Building area and volume Fixture counts Cost estimate Certification of prior approvals
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5:23 – 2.15 Construction Permits - Application
List of special inspections for class 1 structures
Required prior to starting construction Names and addresses of contractors Builders registration info for one or two
family dwelling, condo or co-op, except built by the owner
Seal of licensed plumber or electrician
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5:23 – 2.15 Construction Permits - Application
Separate application required for each building
Application may be made by owner or his agent – contractor, engineer architect, etc.
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Plans and specifications Two sets minimum Sufficient clarity and detail to show
nature and character of work Information necessary to demonstrate
code compliance Subcode official determines what’s
necessary
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Site diagram In accordance with accurate boundary
survey Show existing and proposed structures and
structures to be demolished Protection of adjacent structures
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Who May Prepare Drawings Architect Engineer Electrician – Class 3 Buildings only Plumber - Class 3 Buildings only Mechanical Contractor - Class 3 Buildings
only Homeowner – Single Family Owner
Occupied
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5:23 – 2.16 Construction Permits - Procedure
To be reviewed within 20 business days
If denied reasons must be in writing If agency fails to act it’s considered a
denial Resubmissions must be reviewed in
seven business days
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5:23 – 2.16 Construction Permits - Procedure
Suspension of permit Invalid if work doesn’t commence within
12 months Invalid if work is suspended or
abandoned for six months after commencement
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Revocation of permit If applicant provided false information in
application or plans If project is not completed within 3 years,
except Interior improvement not visible from
outside Where exterior work and site improvements
are complete
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5:23 – 2.16 Construction Permits - Procedure
Permit must be posted on site 24 hour notice to construction official Conditions of permit
Payment of fees Conformance to code & prior approvals Assist enforcing agency
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5:23 – 2.17 Demolition or Removal of Structures
Releases from utilities Notices to adjoining owners
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5:23 – 2.17A Minor Work
Work may proceed without permit Notice must be given to enforcing
agency prior to starting work Application must be made within five
days of notice Inspections must be made within 30
days of request
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5:23 – 2.18 Inspections
During progress of work Where work must cease
Bottom of footings Foundation walls prior to backfilling
Foundation location survey required for new construction
Utility services Structural framing, connections, wall and
roof sheathing and insulation
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5:23 – 2.18 Inspections
During progress of work Where work must cease
Rough electrical –wiring, panel and service Rough plumbing – piping
Mid point building inspections must include compliance with barrier free subcode
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5:23 – 2.18 Inspections
Owner/ contractor to call for inspections at least 24 hours in advance
Inspections to be made within 3 business days
Final inspections Required prior to requesting certificate of
occupancy
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5:23 – 2.19 Special Technical Services
Reports from professional engineer or registered architect Provided at applicant’s expense Site investigation Structural analysis Building systems analysis
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5:23 – 2.20 Tests and Special Inspections
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5:23 – 2.21 Construction Control
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5:23 – 2.23 Certificate Requirements Certificate of occupancy required prior to
use or occupancy of new building or reconstructed building
Certificate of approval required prior to occupancy of a renovated or altered building
A Certificate Of Occupancy is required prior to use or occupancy of a building addition
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5:23 – 2.23 Certificate Requirements
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy Bulletin 01-02
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5:23 – 2.23 Certificate Requirements Application for certificate
Statement by person in responsible charge that work has been completed in accordance with the permit and regulations
Final cost of the work Amended drawings Test and balance report for mechanically
ventilated buildings
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5:23 – 2.23 Certificate Requirements
Certificate to be issued within 10 business days
Certificate may be revoked if a condition of the certificate is violated Must maintain code compliance
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5:23 – 2.24 Conditions of Certificate of Occupancy Project Meets Conditions Of
Construction Permit, All Prior Approvals And Is Substantially In Conformance With Code, Plans And Specifications
All Fees Have been Paid All Required Inspections Have Been
Passed
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5:23 – 2.24 Conditions of Certificate of Occupancy
All Violations Have Been Corrected All Protective Devices are Operational New Home Warranty Provided Affidavit By Homeowner when any
design, construction, electrical or plumbing work has been done by owner and a Warranty is Not Provided
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5:23 – 2.29 Entry
Owner is deemed to have consented to inspection of entire premises until a c of o has been issued
9am to 5pm, business days Whenever construction is being
undertaken When a dangerous condition exists
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5:23 – 2.30 Violation, Notice, and Orders
Notice of violation and order to terminate Issued when a violation of regulations,
permit or certificate exists Citation of section violated Time to correct Penalty assessed, if any
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5:23 – 2.31 Compliance
Penalties issued for: Violations of the act or regulations Performing construction in violation of a
condition of a permit Failing to comply with an order Making a false or misleading statement Refusing entry or interfering with an
inspection
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5:23 – 2.31 Compliance
Failing to obey an order Stop construction
Each day is a separate offense Others
Each week is a separate offense
Construction in violation of a building permit condition Each violation is a separate offense
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5:23 – 2.31 Compliance
Penalties not to be levied until after issuance of a notice of violation and expiration of the period to correct, except,
Penalties must be issued immediately for: Failure to obtain a construction permit Failure to request required inspections Occupying without a certificate of occupancy
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5:23 – 2.31 Compliance
Stop Construction Order Must Be In Writing State The Reasons For Issuance Establish Condition For Resuming
Construction
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5:23 – 2.31 Compliance
Penalty amounts Failure to comply with an order
Up to $1000 per violation Up to $2000 for violations done with the
knowledge that it will endanger the life or safety of any person
Failure to obtain a permit or occupying without a certificate of occupancy Up to $2000 per violation
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5:23 – 2.31 Compliance
Penalty amounts Failure to comply with a stop
construction order Up to $2000 per violation
Making a false or misleading statement Up to $2000 per violation
All other violations Up to $500 per violation
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5:23 – 2.32 Unsafe Structures
Buildings that are unsafe, unsanitary, contain blocked exits, constitute a fire hazard, or otherwise dangerous to human life or the public welfare or by illegal use or occupancy Shall be made safe, or Taken down
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5:23 – 2.32 Unsafe Structures
Notice of unsafe structure Issued by construction official Specifies required repairs Sets time period for:
Vacation Repair Demolition
Building must be posted
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5:23 – 2.32 Unsafe Structures
Emergency Measures – In Cases Of Immediate Danger Of Failure Or Collapse Vacate Building Immediately Perform Repairs To Make Building Temporarily
Safe Including Demolition After 24 Hours Notice To
Owner Close Streets Cost Of Emergency Repairs
Paid By Municipality – Recovered From Property Owner
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3 - SUBCODES
5:23-3.1 controls Adoption of subcodes Modification of subcodes Organization of enforcement responsibilities Standards of accepted practice Division of plan review responsibilities State reserved activities
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES
5:23-3.2 This subchapter applies uniformly
throughout the state – no other standards have effect
5:23-3.3 Appropriate subcode official is to enforce
subcode and answer technical questions
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES
5:23-3.4 Division of responsibilities
Plan review Inspection
Where there is joint responsibility for review of a code section and there is a dispute between Subcode Officials, the Construction Official chooses.
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES
5:23-3.5 posting structures Posted use and occupancy Posted occupancy load Emblems for truss construction
F – floor trusses R – roof trusses F/R – both floor and roof trusses
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES
5:23-3.6 Subchapter 3 along with specified model
codes is the primary guide to accepted engineering practice
When the subchapter and national standards are silent, manufacturer’s recommendations may be taken - but may not overrule the code.
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES 5:23-3.7 Alternative Materials,
Equipment Or Methods Of Construction OK If Design And Materials Are
Satisfactory For Intended Use Field Evaluation Label Or Report From A
National Testing Lab Reports From Nationally Recognized
Evaluation Service Programs Applicant Must Supply Sufficient
Technical Data
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES
5:23-3.8 Products violating the code list set forth in (D)
5:23-3.9 Interpretations and opinions Code Interpretations Commissioner’s rulings are binding
Prospective in nature Does not overrule the Subcode Official who
has already ruled
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES
5:23-3.9 Formal Technical Opinions
Issued By Const. Code Element To Clarify A Code Provision Signed By Asst. Director Binding Upon DCA And Local Agencies Prospective In Nature Does Not Overrule A Decision By A Subcode
Official May Be Considered In Context Of An Appeal
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES
5:23-3.9 Bulletins
Issued by Const. Code Element Advice to agencies, builders and designers Must consult with Code Advisory Board first
Informal Opinions Issued by DCA staff – only in writing if the
request is in writing
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES 5:23-3.11 Activities Reserved To The
Department Electrical Generating Stations Incineration Plants Solid Waste Disposal Plants Class 1 & 2 Structures If Local Agency Is Not
Authorized Casino Hotels Health Care Facilities Public School Facilities Prototype Plans For Use In More Than One
Municipality
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES 5:23-3.11 Activities Reserved To The
Department (C)- Local Agency May Not Issue Permit Until DCA
Releases Plans If DCA Says A Violation Exists, Locals Can’t Issue
C/O DCA Responsible For Barrier Free Recreation
Standards DCA Responsible For Enforcement Of Playground
Safety Subcode Amusement Rides And Ski Lifts
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES 5:23-3.12 When rules are modified it must
be published in the NJ Register 5:23-3.14 Building Subcode
Establishes IBC 2009 as model code modifies some sections of IBC 2009 5:23-3.14
5:23-3.15 Plumbing Subcode Establishes National Standard Plumbing Code -
2009 as model code Modifies some sections of NSPC 2009
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES 5:23-3.16
Establishes National Electric Code 2008 as the model code
Makes revisions to NEC 2008 5:23-3.17 Fire Protection Subcode 5:23-3.18 Energy Subcode 5:23-3.20 Mechanical Subcode
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 3SUBCODES
5:23-3.21 One & Two Family Subcode Detached one or two family dwellings Single Family Townhouses
Group R-5 Not more than 3 stories high
5:23-3.22 Fuel Gas Subcode
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 7 -BARRIER FREE SUBCODE
5:23-7.1 Applicability Requires access to sites and buildings
(unless exempted) for occupants, employees, students consumers, spectators, etc.
5:23-7.2 Accessibility Standard Model code ICC/ANSI A117.1- 2003 As modified by Subchapter 7
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 7BARRIER FREE SUBCODE
5:23-7.3 EXCEPTIONS Temporary structures and equipment
associated with the construction process Areas of buildings where work cannot be
reasonably performed by people with significant impairment
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 7BARRIER FREE SUBCODE
5:23-7.3 Exceptions Continued Residential Buildings
Townhouses - But Not Townhouses For Which COAH Credit Is Sought – Note Definition Of Townhouse
R-2, R-3, R-4 OR R-5 With Up To 3 Units In A Building
Common Use Facilities Must Be Accessible
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 7BARRIER FREE SUBCODE 5:23-7.3 Non-residential use groups and R1
Small Buildings Total gross floor area under 10000 sf One accessible 1st floor entrance Accessible interior building features on all floors On more than 2 story bldg an elevator is
required Public buildings must have elevator Transit buildings must have elevator Offices of health care providers must have
elevator Shopping centers must have elevator
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 7BARRIER FREE SUBCODE
5:23-7.3 Non-residential Use Groups And R-1 Large Buildings
10000 sf or more Elevator required
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 7BARRIER FREE SUBCODE
5:23-7.4 (a) Buildings separated by fire walls with
penetrations intended for human passage shall not constitute separate buildings
Accessible routes shall not pass through kitchens, storage rooms or similar spaces
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 7BARRIER FREE SUBCODE
5:23-7.7 Exterior Accessible Routes Includes parking, curb aisles, curb
ramps, walks or ramps 5:23-7.8 Accessible Building
Entrances 50% must be accessible
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 7BARRIER FREE SUBCODE 5:23-7.10 Accessible parking
Must be the closest spaces on the shortest route to an accessible entrance
For buildings with multiple entrances, parking must be dispersed
One of eight spaces must be van accessible
For medical out-patient facilities 10% must be accessible
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UCC SUBCHAPTER 7BARRIER FREE SUBCODE
5:23-7.13 Existing Facilities Must comply with the Rehabilitation
Subcode – Subchapter 6
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Applies to work in existing buildings Changing a use in an existing building Additions on existing buildings Based upon type of work done rather
than extent of work
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Repair Renovation Alteration Reconstruction Change of Use Additions
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Repair 5:23-6.4 List of prohibited materials May or may not require a permit
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Renovation List of prohibited materials Installation of smoke alarms in R-3 and
R-5 buildings Materials and Methods per 5:23-6.8
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Alteration 5:23-6.3 List of prohibited materials Installation of smoke alarms in R-3 and
R-5 buildings Materials and Methods per 5:23-6.8 Alterations involve reconfiguration of a
portion of the building Basic Requirements per 5:23-6.10-6.30
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Alteration 5:23-6.3 New Building elements per 5:23-6.9 Accessibility Improvements per 5:23-6.6
(e) and (j)
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Reconstruction Extent of work makes it a reconstruction A reconstruction may include repair,
renovation and/or alteration work Reconstruction is triggered when a
project may not be occupied during the work and a new certificate of occupancy is required.
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Reconstruction Delineated Work Area
Established by applicant Involves an entire use, primary function
space or tenancy Basic Requirements organized by use
group 5:23 6.12 – 6.28 Supplemental requirements 5:23-6.10 -
6.30
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Changes of Use Often but not always requires some
construction Defined by levels of hazard and safety
requirements Parking requirements may change Accessibility requirements may change
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Changes of Use Hazard Groups
Basic Requirements - Table B Means of Egress – Table C Enclosure of Vertical Openings – Table E Exposure of Exterior Walls – Table F Automatic Sprinkler Systems – Table G Structural Load Categories – Table K
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Additions Required to conform to current codes Work in existing building related to
addition must comply with 5:23-6.33 May not increase any non-conformity in
existing building Historic Buildings 5:23-6.33
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UCC Subchapter 6 – Rehabilitation Subcode
Bulletin 98-1 Rehab Code Matrix
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UCC Subchapter 11– Playground Safety Subcode
Play area for six or more children Not athletic playing fields or courts
No UCC permit is required Compliance is the responsibility of the
owner and manager of the facility Complaints not satisfied will be
referred to DCA
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Construction Boards of Appeal
Each county must have one Municipalities may have one Hear cases from persons aggrieved
by actions of local enforcing agency per ucc or ufc
County boards hear escrow fee disputes
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Construction Boards of Appeal
Membership Plumbing Subcode Official Electrical Subcode Official Architect or Engineer or Building
Subcode Fire Protection Subcode Official Fire Prevention Official
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Construction Boards of Appeal
Special Members – County Boards Only PE with site construction experience Builder Serve only for cases involving municipal
or municipal utilities authority fees
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Subdivision
"Subdivision" means the division of a lot, tract or parcel of land into two or more lots, tracts, parcels or other divisions of land for sale or development.
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Subdivision "Major subdivision" means any subdivision not
classified as a minor subdivision. "Minor subdivision" means a subdivision of land for
the creation of a number of lots specifically permitted by ordinance as a minor subdivision; provided that such subdivision does not involve (1) a planned development, (2) any new street or (3) the extension of any off-tract improvement, the cost of
which is to be prorated pursuant to section 30 of P.L.1975, c.291 (C.40:55D-42).
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Not a subdivision
The following shall not be considered subdivisions within the meaning of this act, if no new streets are created: (1) divisions of land found by the
planning board or subdivision committee thereof appointed by the chairman to be for agricultural purposes where all resulting parcels are 5 acres or larger in size,
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Not a subdivision
(2) divisions of property by testamentary or intestate provisions,
(3) divisions of property upon court order, including but not limited to judgments of foreclosure,
(4)consolidation of existing lots by deed or other recorded instrument and,
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Not a subdivision (5) the conveyance of one or more
adjoining lots, tracts or parcels of land, owned by the same person or persons and all of which are found and certified by the administrative officer to conform to the requirements of the municipal development regulations and are shown and designated as separate lots, tracts or parcels on the tax map or atlas of the municipality.
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Site Plan "Site plan" means a development plan of one or more lots on
which is shown (1) the existing and proposed conditions of the lot, including but not
necessarily limited to topography, vegetation, drainage, flood plains,marshes and waterways,
(2) the location of all existing and proposed buildings, drives, parking spaces, walkways, means of ingress and egress, drainage facilities, utility services, landscaping, structures and signs, lighting, screening devices, and
(3) any other information that may be reasonably required in order to make an informed determination pursuant to an ordinance requiring review and approval of site plans by the planning board adopted pursuant to article 6 of this act.
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Site Plan "Minor site plan" means a development plan of one
or more lots which (1) proposes new development within the scope of development specifically permitted by ordinance as a minor site plan; (2) does not involve planned development, any new street or extension of any off-tract improvement which is to be prorated pursuant to section 30 of P.L.1975, c.291 (C.40:55D-42); and (3) contains the information reasonably required in order to make an informed determination as to whether the requirements established by ordinance for approval of a minor site plan have been met. (Back)
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Conditional Use Authorization
"Conditional use" means a use permitted in a particular zoning district only upon a showing that such use in a specified location will comply with the conditions and standards for the location or operation of such use as contained in the zoning ordinance, and upon the issuance of an authorization therefor by the planning board. (Back)
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Variance
"Variance" means permission to depart from the literal requirements of a zoning ordinance pursuant to section 47 and subsection 29.2b., 57c. and 57d. of this act.
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Bulk Variances per NJSA 40:55D-70 c
C(1) – Hardship C(2) – Flexible
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Carl E Peters, PE, PLS, PP, CO4525 Route 27Princeton, NJ 08540,[email protected]