Division of Codes and Standards
![To establish and enforce health, welfare and safety standards as are necessary, for anything built, constructed or erected for use, occupancy or ornament on, above or below the surface of the earth in New Jersey.](/congress115th/20190109231848im_/https://www.nj.gov/dca/images/library/dcsart/dcs_mission.jpg)
The Division of Codes and Standards establishes and enforces building codes, in partnership with the State's municipalities, to protect the health and safety of New Jersey residents. The Division enforces the Hotel and Multiple Dwelling Law, the Uniform Construction Code implementing the building, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, energy, mechanical, one- and two-family dwelling, fuel gas, rehabilitation, barrier-free, asbestos, radon, playground safety and elevator subcodes, and lead hazard abatement; it oversees carnival and amusement ride inspections, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) installations, rooming and boarding house licensing, and the State's New Home Warranty program.
Edward M. Smith, Director |
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Kevin Luckie, Assistant Director |
John N. Terry, Assistant Director Phone: (609) 984-7850 Fax: (609) 633-2525 |
DCA Registration Inspection |
Electronic Plan Review |
UCC Construction Permit Application forms |