Can I draft my own plans as a Homeowner?

Yes. The construction official shall waive the requirement for sealed plans in the case of a single family Homeowner who had prepared his or her own plans for the construction, addition, reconstruction, alteration, renovation, or repair of a detached structure used or intended to be used exclusively as his or her private residence providing that the owner shall submit an affidavit attesting to the fact that he or she has personally prepared the plans and provided further that said plans are in the opinion of the construction official, and appropriate subcode official, legible and complete for purposes of ensuring compliance with the regulations.

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1. Can I submit a construction permit online?
2. Homeowner or Contractor...who should actually submit the construction permit application?
3. Can I request a construction inspection online?
4. What construction permits do I need to submit?
5. What is the difference between a mechanical permit and a plumbing permit?
6. Do I need to submit construction plans with my permits?
7. Is an Architect required to draft construction plans and specifications?
8. Can I draft my own plans as a Homeowner?
9. Can my contractor draft their own plans?
10. What is required to be included in construction plans for a Single Family home?
11. How can I access New Jersey‘s construction codes?
12. Can I do my own work if I own the home?
13. How do I request an inspection?
14. When do I need a construction permit?
15. Do I need to wait to have a permit issued to start emergency work?
16. How long does it take to obtain a construction permit?
17. Is there any guidance on documents that may be needed in order to obtain a Construction Permit or final Certificates?
18. What construction inspections are required?
19. Can a pool barrier fence be shared with my neighbor?
20. How do I save money when filing for construction permits?
21. Who can I contact if I have questions concerning my construction permit?