Engineering Division
Cutting into a Road

A Road Opening Permit from the Engineering Division is needed if you wish to cut into a road. The application fee is $100. An Inspection Fee based on the size of the trench or opening is also required. In addition, a $500 refundable deposit is required to guarantee road restoration costs. The permit application may be picked up in the Township Engineer's office.

Please include with the application a detailed drawing or sketch of the road opening, number of linear feet of road, depth of trench, name and address of the contractor and expected date of work. Also needed are business and emergency phone numbers of both the contractor and the applicant. Depending on the road, a traffic control plan may also be needed as per the Traffic & Safety Bureau's requirements. Before you begin to dig, it is required that you call the New Jersey State Board of Public Utilities "One-Call Hotline" at 800-272-1000 to find out about underground utilities that you potentially in conflict with.

Please be advised the current road opening permit requirements are under review and any changes to the requirements by ordinance will be added to this section when effective.

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