Resale CO checklistWashington Township
Certificate of Occupancy Required
Certificate of Occupancy - Sale (Certificate of Resale) · Washington Township Housing Office (Division of Community Development, in the Construction Office)
- House number plainly visible from the street, at least 4 inches high
- Sidewalk free of trip hazards
- Roof drains, gutters and downspouts in good repair
- Windows and doors open easily and stay in place
- Stairs, decks, porches and balconies permitted and structurally sound; guards over 30 inches; graspable handrails
- Pool fully fenced with self-closing, self-latching gates that open outward
- Exit doors open from inside without a key (no double-keyed deadbolts)
- No more than 2 persons per bedroom; lofts cannot be bedrooms
- Smoke detector on every level; hardwired stays hardwired, otherwise 10-year sealed battery
- Carbon monoxide detector near all sleeping rooms
- All utilities (electric, water, gas) on for the inspection
- Water heater with proper temperature/pressure relief valve and discharge pipe (permit required)
- Safe electrical system and covers; no hazards
- Dryer exhaust vented outside in non-combustible material; bath fan or window vented outdoors
- No plumbing leaks; fire-rated walls and ceilings intact; attic access; all open permits closed
| Initial inspection, sale (includes smoke certification and 1st reinspection) | $150 |
| Expedited inspection, within 2 days (added fee) | $100 |
| Expedited inspection, 3-5 days (added fee) | $75 |
| Fee ordinance: CO inspection portion, first two inspections (plus expedited add-ons) | $125 |
| Reinspection, each (form: each additional after the included 1st reinspection) | $75 |
| Temporary certificate of occupancy (TCO) request, after initial inspection | $125 |
| Penalty for occupying without a certificate of occupancy (listed under Change in occupancy, § 179-73) | $100 |
- Phone: 856-589-0520 ext. 2231 or 2296
- Timing: Have the inspection done at least 3 weeks before settlement (Housing FAQ). Expedited inspections are available for an added fee.
- Application: https://www.twp.washington.nj.us/Housing/Forms%20and%20Resources/Application%20Certificate%20of%20Occupancy%20July%202026.pdf
Smoke and CO alarm certificate Required
- Smoke detector on every level; hardwired alarms must stay hardwired; non-hardwired alarms must be 10-year sealed battery (Township checklist)
- Carbon monoxide detector in the vicinity of all sleeping rooms
- Homes with a generator, solar panels or battery storage need a 'multiple sources of power' label within 18 inches of the main electrical panel and meter (state law P.L.2025, c.19, posted by the Township, enforced at change of occupancy from 3/10/25)
Washington Township Housing Office (smoke certification included in the Certificate of Occupancy - Sale)
Entire township
| Smoke Certificate (fee ordinance) | $25 |
| Sale CO initial inspection, which includes smoke certification | $150 |
- Phone: 856-589-0520 ext. 2231 or 2296
- Timing: At least 3 weeks before settlement (Housing FAQ)
- Application: https://www.twp.washington.nj.us/Housing/Forms%20and%20Resources/Application%20Certificate%20of%20Occupancy%20July%202026.pdf
Washington Township Fire District No. 1 (Washington Township Fire Department)
Entire township (the only fire district in Washington Township)
- Official page: https://www.wtfd10.com/