South Harrison Township

Gloucester County

Certificate of Occupancy

Required

Certificate

Continued/Change of Occupancy and Certificate of Resale

Issued by

South Harrison Township Construction / Code Enforcement Office (Construction Official/Housing Official)

Requirements

Visible 911 house number
Steps, walkways, ramps, guardrails and handrails (outside and inside)
No exterior obstructions or hazards; perimeter grading; gutters, downspouts and splash blocks
Basement or crawl space: foundation openings, secure and weatherproof access, vapor barrier intact
Sump pump electrical connection, backflow and discharge; no mold
No mice or insect infestation
Bathroom venting by fan or window
GFI receptacles in kitchen, bath and garage
Kitchen and bath flooring; switch and receptacle covers; electrical fixtures; panel box and panel covers intact; A/C disconnect
Window glass, working egress windows, window guards
Water heater chimney connection, relief valve and floor discharge
Water pipes, drain pipes, fixtures, toilet mounting, hot and cold water controls
Heating system and chimney connection
Smoke detectors and CO detectors
Fire extinguisher, size 2A-10BC, within 10 feet of the kitchen

Fees

Application fee (continued/change of occupancy and certificate of resale)

$100.00

Phone

856-769-3737 ext. 7805

Required

Requirements

Township resale form checks for a fire extinguisher, size 2A-10BC, within 10 feet of the kitchen
If smoke detectors are tied into a security system, the alarm company must be notified before testing

Entire township

Entire township

Last checked September 30, 2026

Sources