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Building Department

Building Permits are required for all home improvements.  Please call for information before building or remodeling.

The regular hours of the Building Department are:
Tuesday - Thursday, 7am - 4pm

Richard O'Connor, Construction Official
(908) 637-4133, ext 1021

Charles O'Connor, Building Sub-Code Official
(908) 637-4133, ext 1021

Barbara Shimchook, Technical Assistant
(908) 637-4133, ext 1020
bshimchook@independencenj.com

Warren County Plumbing Sub-Code Services, Plumbing Inspector
(908) 454-1152

Greg Chontow, Electrical Inspector
(908) 637-4133, ext 1021

Pat Fischer, Zoning Officer
Tuesdays 5-8pm
(908) 637-4133, ext 1023

Fax Number (908) 637-0151


Township of Independence • 286 Route 46 West • Great Meadows, New Jersey 07838 • Tel 908-637-4133 • Fax 908-637-8844