Northvale Borough

Bergen County

Certificate of Occupancy

Required

Certificate

Residential Occupancy Approval (ROA) / Certificate of Continued Occupancy (CCO)

Issued by

Borough of Northvale Fire Prevention Bureau / Building Department (Code Compliance Official)

Requirements

Property used as zoned or approved (one family, two family, etc.); three family or more needs legal proof
No sump pump or other unauthorized water connection into the sanitary sewer
All open construction permits inspected, approved and closed
Sidewalks, if installed, in good condition
No interior double key lock on the primary exit/entrance door
At least one handrail on stairs with 4 or more risers
No hazardous items or imminent dangers on a general visual inspection
Pools need an approved barrier (fence) and gates that open out, self-close and latch
Flue connections properly sealed; no violations of the Property Maintenance chapter
Smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm certificate is issued with the ROA

Fees

Certificate of Residential Occupancy Approval (fee on the Borough form)	$100.00
CCO on sale of the property (Borough code)	$50

Timing

File and schedule the inspection at least 21 business days before the certificate is needed (the form says at least 21 days)

Phone

201-767-3330 ext. 213

Required

Requirements

At least one 10-year sealed battery smoke detector on each level and outside bedrooms
Carbon monoxide alarm within 10 feet of all bedroom doors
Portable fire extinguisher only listed for rentals (within 10 feet of the kitchen, hung no higher than 5 feet, ABC rated, 2.5 to 10 lbs)

Fees

Smoke detector and CO alarm certificate, one and two family	$75
Temporary 60-day nonextendable certificate	$25

Timing

Schedule at least 21 days before the certificate is needed. A temporary 60-day nonextendable certificate may be issued after the first inspection.

Phone

201-767-3330 ext. 214

Last checked October 4, 2026

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