Hightstown Borough

Certificate of Occupancy Required

Certificate of Compliance, Sale/Title Transfer · Code Enforcement Office (Housing Inspector)

• Smoke detectors on each level and outside each sleeping area (10 year sealed or hardwired)
• Carbon monoxide detector near all sleeping areas (less than 10 years old)
• ABC fire extinguisher mounted within 10 feet of the kitchen, no larger than 10 pounds (as printed on the form)
• Windows open and stay open
• GFCI outlets where required, working properly
• Metal dryer vent connector, not plastic
• No garbage disposal (not allowed by Borough ordinance)
• Sump pump discharge meets Borough ordinance
• Sidewalks and curbs in good condition
• Permits obtained for all work (plumbing, electric, furnace, water heater, etc.); open permits may delay the certificate
• Furnace or boiler certification or checklist by a licensed HVAC or plumbing contractor
• Level 2 chimney certification by a nationally certified chimney sweep for a wood-burning fireplace

• Phone: (609) 490-5100 Ext 407
• Timing: Apply at least 10 business days before closing for the lowest fee
• Application: https://www.hightstownborough.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-CC-for-Sale-Transfer-Application-Rev-3.26.pdf

Smoke and CO alarm certificate Required

• Smoke detectors on each level and outside each sleeping area, 10 year sealed battery or hardwired
• Carbon monoxide detector near all sleeping areas, less than 10 years old
• The Borough sale form still lists an ABC fire extinguisher within 10 feet of the kitchen (form footer Revised: 01/2025, after the February 2025 state change)