Hackensack · Bergen County · NJ
Hackensack Building Department
Everything you need to reach the Hackensack Department of Building, Housing, and Land Use and get your permit package filed correctly the first time.
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Hackensack Building Department
Address
65 Central Ave
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone
(201) 646-3920
Construction Official ext. 2001
Hours
Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
City Hall hours; call ahead to confirm
Getting a Permit Through the Hackensack Office
Like every municipality in New Jersey, Hackensack administers permits under the state's Uniform Construction Code (UCC). Most electrical projects require the F100 construction permit application, commonly called the "jacket," paired with the appropriate technical subcode forms: F120 for electrical work, F140 for fire protection, F160 for plumbing, and F170 for building/structural scope.
A complete, correctly filled package is the single biggest factor in how quickly your permit moves through the office. Each correction notice sent back to the applicant adds another round trip to the process, so getting every form, signature, and attachment right the first time matters.
ClearPath Permits LLC prepares your full submission package before it ever reaches the Hackensack office, so reviewers have everything they need in one pass.
What ClearPath Files
- ✓F120 Electrical Subcode
- ✓F140 Fire Subcode
- ✓F100 Construction Permit (Jacket)
- ✓Plumbing Permits
- ✓Mechanical Permits
- ✓EV Charger Permits
- ✓Utility ESI Applications
Don't Forget the Utility (ESI) Application
If your project involves any change in electrical service amperage, the municipal permit alone is not enough. A separate utility ESI application must be filed with PSE&G in parallel with your Hackensack permit package. This utility-side review typically takes about 4-6 weeks, so it should be submitted as early as possible to avoid holding up the rest of the job.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hackensack building department address?
The City of Hackensack Department of Building, Housing, and Land Use is located at 65 Central Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601, inside City Hall.
What is the phone number for the Hackensack building department?
The main department line is (201) 646-3920. Ernest Sisco, the Construction Official, can be reached at extension 2001.
What are the Hackensack building department hours?
City Hall generally operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, unless otherwise posted. Since permit-counter hours specifically aren't always listed separately, we recommend calling (201) 646-3920 to confirm before you visit.
What permit forms do I need for a project in Hackensack?
As with every New Jersey municipality, Hackensack administers permits under the NJ UCC. Most electrical scopes require the F100 construction permit jacket along with the applicable subcode forms: F120 (electrical), F140 (fire), F160 (plumbing), and F170 (building).
Do I need a utility application in addition to my building permit?
Yes, if your project changes service amperage. A separate utility ESI application must be filed with PSE&G alongside your municipal permit, and that review typically runs about 4-6 weeks.
Can ClearPath Permits handle the whole filing for me?
Yes. ClearPath Permits LLC prepares and submits your complete package, including F120, F140, F100, plumbing, mechanical, EV charger permits, and utility ESI applications, so nothing is missing when it reaches the Hackensack office.
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