Boonton Township

Morris County

Certificate of Occupancy

Not required

Required

Requirements

Smoke detector on each level of the dwelling, including basements (not attics or crawl spaces)
Smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm outside each separate sleeping area, within 10 feet of bedrooms
All smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms in working order
One portable fire extinguisher within 10 feet of the kitchen, not more than 5 feet above the floor (page still lists it)
A person over 18 must be present for the inspection; payment must be received before the inspection date

Fees

Smoke/CO alarm and extinguisher certificate, more than 10 business days before the change of occupant	$45.00
4 to 10 business days before the change of occupant	$90.00
Fewer than 4 business days before the change of occupant	$161.00
Third re-inspection after two failed inspections	$45.00

Timing

Fee depends on business days before the change of occupant: more than 10 business days for the lowest fee. The certificate stays valid for 6 months.

Phone

973-402-4017

Last checked October 4, 2026

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