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📁 Document Checklist
Bridgewater Township Building Dept — NJ Uniform Construction Code
✅Generated for Bridgewater Township, NJ — basement remodel + full bathroom under NJ UCC.
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Required Documents
Plans & Drawings
Optional / Conditional
NJ UCC Building Permit Application (Form PTGP-1)
Signed by owner or licensed contractor. Download from Bridgewater Township website or apply online.
Site Plan / Plot Plan
Property lines, existing structures, setbacks. Tax map parcel overlay acceptable for interior work.
Architectural / Construction Drawings — 3 sets
Floor plan, sections, elevations showing basement layout, bathroom, dimensions, materials. Existing + proposed conditions required.
Plumbing Sub-Permit Application
Required for bathroom rough-in (toilet, sink, shower). Must be filed by NJ Licensed Master Plumber.
Electrical Sub-Permit Application
Required for GFCI circuits, lighting, exhaust fan. Must be filed by NJ Licensed Electrical Contractor.
Sewage Ejector / Sump Pit Specification
Basement bathrooms in NJ require ejector pump system if below sewer grade. Provide pump specs and design.
Contractor License & Insurance Certificates
NJ HIC registration, general liability ≥$500K, workers comp. All subs must provide separately.
Property Tax ID / Block & Lot Number
Somerset County Tax Map Block 1107, Lot 14 — auto-populated from address lookup.
Basement Floor Plan (Existing + Proposed)
Scale 1/4"=1'-0" minimum. Show all walls, doors, windows, bathroom fixtures, egress window, stair dimensions. Label all rooms.
Building Sections — minimum 2
Show ceiling height (7'-0" min finished per NJ IRC R305), floor/ceiling assembly, insulation type and R-value, vapor barrier.
Electrical Layout Plan
Outlet locations, GFCI protection zones, lighting layout, exhaust fan (NJ IRC M1507), panel load calc if adding circuits.
Plumbing Riser Diagram
DWV and supply lines shown in isometric. Ejector pit location, check valve, vent through roof.
HVAC / Mechanical Plan
Required if adding supply/return air to basement. Show duct sizing and Manual J load calc if adding conditioned space.
Structural Details
Required if cutting/moving load-bearing walls or enlarging windows for egress. PE stamp required.
Egress Window Specification Sheet
Required only if basement will have sleeping room. Min 5.7 sq ft opening, 24" height, 20" width, max 44" sill (NJ IRC R310).
Waterproofing System Specification
If installing interior drainage system. Provide product data sheets and warranty documentation.
Sound Transmission Class (STC) Details
Not required by NJ UCC for single-family but recommended for ceiling assembly between basement and first floor.
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AI-generated permit descriptions — review and edit before submission
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Building Permit
Plumbing Sub-Permit
Electrical Sub-Permit
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BUILDING PERMIT — CONSTRUCTION NARRATIVE
Property Address: 1503 Pinhorn Dr, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Block / Lot: Block 1107 / Lot 14 (Somerset County)
Permit Type: Residential Alteration — Building Sub-Code
Zoning District: R-20 Residential
Occupancy: R-3 Single-Family Residential
Construction Type: Type VB — Wood Frame
Code: 2021 IRC as adopted by NJ UCC
SCOPE OF WORK:
Finish existing unfinished basement (~955 SF). No changes to
building footprint, height, or structural system.
• Erect non-load-bearing 2x4 stud partition walls throughout
• R-15 closed-cell SPF insulation at perimeter concrete walls
• Suspended acoustic ceiling at 7'-6" AFF (meets NJ IRC R305)
• LVP flooring over concrete slab with 6-mil vapor barrier
• (1) full bathroom: toilet, pedestal sink, 36"x36" shower
• Sewage ejector pit (18-gal min) + pump, check valve, roof vent
per NJ UPC Section 712
• Interconnected smoke detectors in all finished rooms (NJ IRC R314)
• CO detector per NJ P.L. 2012, c.65
ENERGY COMPLIANCE (NJ STRETCH CODE):
Perimeter wall: R-15 continuous (meets NJ Energy Sub-Code)
Lighting: LED ≥90% of installed luminaires (NJ ECCC C405.2)
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP — PLUMBING SUB-CODE PERMIT
Trade: Plumbing Sub-Code
License Required: NJ Licensed Master Plumber
Applicable Code: NJ UPC (Uniform Plumbing Code) 2021 Ed.
FIXTURES & APPLIANCES:
(1) Water Closet — floor-mounted, 1.28 GPF
(1) Lavatory — pedestal, deck-mount faucet
(1) Shower — 36"x36" prefab unit, 2.0 GPM showerhead
(1) Floor Drain — 3" trap primer required
SEWAGE EJECTOR SYSTEM:
Liberty Pumps LE51A or equal
0.5 HP, 2" discharge, 18-gal basin
External check valve on discharge
Vent through existing stack or dedicated 2" roof vent
DRAINAGE, WASTE & VENT:
3" closet bend, 2" lavatory drain, 2" shower drain
All fixtures individually vented per UPC Article 9
WATER SUPPLY:
1/2" PEX-A supply branches, shut-off valves at each fixture
Pressure-balancing valve at shower (ASSE 1016)
Max supply pressure: 80 PSI
INSPECTIONS REQUIRED:
1. Rough-in inspection (before covering)
2. Ejector pit / pump inspection
3. Final plumbing inspection
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP — ELECTRICAL SUB-CODE PERMIT
Trade: Electrical Sub-Code
License Required: NJ Licensed Electrical Contractor
Applicable Code: NJ 2017 NEC (NFPA 70)
NEW CIRCUITS FROM EXISTING PANEL:
(1) 20A — Bathroom GFCI receptacles (NEC 210.11(C)(3))
(1) 20A — Bathroom exhaust fan + lighting
(1) 20A — Sewage ejector pump (dedicated, GFCI)
(1) 15A — General basement lighting
(2) 20A — Basement general-purpose receptacles
GFCI / AFCI PROTECTION:
All bathroom receptacles: GFCI (NEC 210.8(A)(1))
All basement receptacles: GFCI (NEC 210.8(A)(5))
Ejector pump circuit: GFCI equipment protection
LIGHTING & EXHAUST:
Bathroom exhaust fan: min 50 CFM, ENERGY STAR (NJ IRC M1507.3)
Ducted to exterior — NOT to attic or crawlspace
Recessed LED: IC-rated and airtight at insulated ceiling
SMOKE & CO DETECTORS:
Interconnected smoke detectors in all finished basement rooms
CO detector within 10' of sleeping rooms if present
Tamper-resistant receptacles throughout (NEC 406.12)
INSPECTIONS REQUIRED:
1. Rough-in inspection (before drywall)
2. Final electrical inspection
💰 Fees & Approval Timeline
Bridgewater Township, NJ — estimated costs and schedule
ℹ️Fee estimates based on Bridgewater Township's current fee schedule. Call (908) 722-4884 to confirm current rates before submitting.
| Permit | Basis | Rate | Est. Fee |
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| Building Sub-Code Basement finish, 955 SF | Per $1,000 construction value | $19.00 / $1,000 | $760 |
| Plumbing Sub-Code 3 fixtures + ejector pump | Per fixture/appliance | $65 / fixture | $260 |
| Electrical Sub-Code 6 new circuits | Per circuit | $45 / circuit | $270 |
| Fire Protection Smoke/CO detectors | Per detector | $15 / unit | $60 |
| State Training Fee NJ DCA requirement | Flat per permit | Fixed | $75 |
| Administrative / Filing | Flat | Fixed | $50 |
| ESTIMATED TOTAL PERMIT FEES | $1,475 | ||
📅 Approval Timeline
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Application Submission
Submit to Bridgewater Township Building Dept, 100 Commons Way. In-person or online portal (EnerGov).
Day 0
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Plan Review — Building Sub-Code
NJ UCC requires initial action within 20 business days. Bridgewater typical: 7–14 days for straightforward basement projects.
Days 1–14 (est. 10 business days)
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Sub-Code Reviews (Plumbing & Electrical)
Run concurrent with building review. May issue Technical Assistance Requests if clarification needed.
Days 5–15 (concurrent)
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Permit Issuance & Fee Payment
Post permit card on-site visible from street. Construction may begin immediately.
Days 14–20 (est.)
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Staged Inspections During Construction
Framing → Rough plumbing → Rough electrical → Insulation. Schedule 48 hrs in advance with building dept.
Construction phase: 4–10 weeks est.
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Final Inspections & Certificate of Approval
Final building, plumbing, electrical, and fire inspections. NJ issues Certificate of Approval (equivalent of CO for alterations).
After construction complete
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📋 Project Summary
Address: 1503 Pinhorn Dr, Bridgewater NJ
Jurisdiction: Bridgewater Township, NJ
County: Somerset
Code: NJ UCC / 2021 IRC
Project: Basement Remodel + Full Bathroom
Value: ~$40,000
🏛️ Permits to File
✅ Building Sub-Code Permit
✅ Plumbing Sub-Code Permit
✅ Electrical Sub-Code Permit
✅ Fire Protection (smoke/CO detectors)
📬 Submission Options
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Online Portal
Bridgewater Township Citizens Portal (EnerGov / Tyler Tech)
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In Person
100 Commons Way, Bridgewater NJ 08807
Mon–Fri, 8:30am–4:30pm
Mon–Fri, 8:30am–4:30pm
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NJ Home Improvement Contractor (HIC)
NJ Division of Consumer Affairs
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$110–$140
Application Fee
2–4 weeks
Processing Time
Every 2 years
Renewal Cycle
NJ requires all contractors performing home improvement work valued over $500 to register as a Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) under N.J.S.A. 56:8-136. Fines up to $10,000 per violation under the Consumer Fraud Act.
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Completed HIC Registration Application
Available at njconsumeraffairs.gov/hic. Submit online (faster) or mail to DCA, PO Box 329, Trenton NJ 08625.
Registration Fee — $110 (sole prop) / $140 (business entity)
Check, money order, or credit card payable to "Treasurer, State of New Jersey."
Certificate of General Liability Insurance
Minimum $500,000 per occurrence. NJ DCA must be listed as certificate holder on the COI.
Workers' Compensation or Exemption Affidavit
Required if you have employees. Sole proprietors with no employees file WC Exemption (Form WCC-1) — free from NJ DCA.
Government-Issued Photo ID
Driver's license or passport. Legible copy required with application.
Business Entity Documentation (if LLC or Corp)
Certificate of Formation from NJ Treasury, EIN letter from IRS, list of members/officers.
Trade Certifications / Journeyman Cards
Not required for HIC but increases credibility with building departments and homeowners.
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Register Your Business
Form LLC/Corp at njportal.com/DOR/BusinessFormation. Obtain EIN from irs.gov (free, instant online). Open a dedicated business bank account.
Cost: $125 (LLC) · Time: 1–3 days
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Obtain General Liability Insurance
Contact Next Insurance, Hiscox, or Simply Business. Get a Certificate of Insurance (COI) listing NJ DCA as certificate holder. Min $500K GL, $1M aggregate recommended.
Cost: $800–$2,400/yr · Time: Same day to 3 days
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Workers' Comp Insurance or Exemption
If solo operator with no W-2 employees, complete WC Exemption Affidavit (Form WCC-1) from NJ DCA website — free. If you have employees, obtain WC policy from your insurer.
Cost: $0 (exemption) or varies (WC policy) · Time: 1–5 days
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Complete & Submit HIC Application
Apply online at njconsumeraffairs.gov — processes faster than mail. You'll need: business info, SSN or EIN, insurance certs, and fee payment. Takes about 45 minutes to complete.
Application time: ~45 min
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Receive Registration Certificate
NJ DCA mails your HIC certificate. Display HIC number on all contracts, vehicles, and advertising as required by NJ law.
Processing: 2–4 weeks (online) · 4–6 weeks (mail)
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Register with Bridgewater Township
Bring your HIC certificate, COI (with Township as additional insured), and WC docs to the Building Division at 100 Commons Way. Some municipalities also require a local business license ($30–75/yr).
Same-day registration
⚠️Building departments will not issue permits to unlicensed contractors. Your insurance certificates must be on file before inspections can proceed.
Required Insurance Policies — New Jersey Contractor
| Policy Type | NJ Minimum | Typical Annual Cost | Who Requires It |
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| Commercial General Liability (CGL) Bodily injury, property damage | $500K per occ. / $1M aggregate | $800 – $2,400 | NJ DCA, Building Depts, homeowners |
| Workers' Compensation Employee injuries on-site | Statutory (if employees) | $1,200 – $4,000+ | NJ DCA (required if you have employees) |
| Commercial Auto Work trucks & vans | $100K BI / $300K combined | $1,500 – $3,500 | Most GCs require from subs |
| Tools & Equipment Theft, damage of gear | Replacement value | $200 – $800 | Optional but strongly recommended |
| E&O / Professional Liability Design/advice errors | $250K if design-build | $500 – $1,500 | Required if providing design services |
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Pro tip: Always request a Certificate of Insurance (COI) naming both the property owner and municipality building department as additional insureds. This takes minutes from your broker and prevents delays at permit intake.
Recommended Insurance Providers
Next Insurance
100% online, instant COI. Best for sole proprietors & small LLCs. Contractor-focused policies.
Simply Business
Compares multiple carriers. Good for bundling GL + WC + commercial auto in one place.
Hiscox
Established carrier, strong for contractors with employees. Competitive NJ WC rates.
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