Kearny · Hudson County · NJ
Kearny Building Department
Everything contractors and homeowners need to know about the Town of Kearny Construction Code Enforcement Department — plus a faster way to get your permit package filed right the first time.
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Town Hall Annex
410 Kearny Ave
Kearny, NJ 07032
Phone
(201) 955-7880
Hours
Monday–Friday
8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Fire & C.O. inspections scheduled select days only — call ahead
Getting a Permit Through the Kearny Office
Kearny administers permits under the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code (UCC), the same statewide framework used by every municipality in the state. Most projects start with an F100 construction permit application jacket, paired with the relevant subcode technical sections: F120 for electrical work, F140 for fire protection, F160 for plumbing, and F170 for building.
Complete packages — with every subcode form filled out correctly and consistently the first time — move through the review process fastest. Each correction notice sent back by a code official adds another round trip before your permit can be issued, which is why accuracy on the initial submission matters.
Because Fire and Certificate of Occupancy inspections in Kearny are scheduled on select days only, it's worth calling the office ahead of time to confirm availability before you plan your project timeline.
What ClearPath Files
- ✓F120 Electrical Subcode Application
- ✓F140 Fire Protection Subcode Application
- ✓F100 Construction Permit Application Jacket
- ✓Plumbing Subcode Applications
- ✓Mechanical Permit Applications
- ✓EV Charger Permits
- ✓Utility ESI Applications
Don't Forget the Utility ESI Application
If your project involves any change to service amperage — a panel upgrade, new service, or added capacity — you'll also need a separate utility ESI (Electric Service Installation) application. Kearny is served by PSE&G, and this application is filed in parallel with your municipal permit submission, not through the Kearny building department itself. Utility ESI processing typically runs about 4-6 weeks, so it's smart to submit it as early as possible alongside your permit paperwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kearny building department address?
The Town of Kearny Construction Code Enforcement Department is located at Town Hall Annex, 410 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ 07032.
What is the Kearny building department phone number?
You can reach the office directly at (201) 955-7880.
What are the Kearny building department hours?
The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Fire protection and Certificate of Occupancy inspections are scheduled on select days only, so calling ahead for those is recommended.
What permit forms do I need?
Kearny follows the New Jersey UCC, which requires an F100 construction permit application jacket along with applicable subcode forms — F120 for electrical, F140 for fire protection, F160 for plumbing, and F170 for building — depending on the scope of your project.
Do I need a utility application too?
Yes, if your project changes electrical service amperage. That requires a separate utility ESI application filed with PSE&G, in addition to your municipal permit through Kearny.
How does ClearPath help with a Kearny permit?
ClearPath prepares your F120, F140, F100, plumbing, mechanical, EV charger, and utility ESI paperwork as a complete package, reducing the back-and-forth that comes from correction notices on incomplete submissions.
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