Upper Township

Cape May County

TextClient checklist

Certificate of Occupancy

Not required
Phone
609-628-2011 ext. 225

Smoke and CO alarm certificate

Required
Requirements
  • State online self-certification (CSACMASPSIL): smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and the secondary power source identification label for homes with solar, generators or batteries; the current state application no longer lists a fire extinguisher

NJ DCA Division of Fire Safety, Bureau of Fire Code Enforcement

Fees
More than 10 business days before closing$45
4 to 10 business days before closing$90
Less than 4 business days before closing$161
Timing
More than 10 business days before closing for the lowest fee
Phone
609-633-6106
Last checked September 30, 2026
Sources
  1. https://uppertownship.com/departments/construction-code/

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