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1. Do I need a permit to replace my driveway, sidewalk or curb and if so what is the fee?

Yes, a permit is required. Applications for a Driveway-Parking Area Permit (PDF) or a Sidewalk, Curb and Apron Construction Permit (PDF) are available at the Engineering Office. A plot plan (survey) is not required for the curb and sidewalk or if you do not intend to widen your driveway. If you are widening your driveway, your application should include a plot plan.

The Public Works Inspector will inspect the new driveway, curb or sidewalk. Homeowner instructions regarding scheduling the inspection is included in the application.

The application fee for these permits is $30 each.

Permits are good for one year from date of issue.

2. Do I need a permit to seal my driveway?

A permit is not needed to seal the driveway.  However a permit is needed to resurface the driveway.

3. Do I need two separate permits for a shared driveway?

Standard driveway is 10 feet wide, therefore, a shared driveway is 20 feet wide. One permit per address is required, so if two properties share a common driveway, with no separation, two separate permits must be obtained to do the entire driveway.  One side of the driveway can be done by that property owner and the division would be at 10 feet.

4. How long after getting a driveway / apron / sidewalk / curb permit, must the work start?

The work must start within one year of getting the permit.

Permits are good for one year from date of issue.

5. I am installing a new driveway; what are the specifications that I must follow?

• When installing a new driveway, the minimum requirement for the thickness of the concrete is 4 inches. However, it is recommended that the concrete be poured to a 6-inch thickness so it is compatible with the 6" thickness requirement of a sidewalk.
• The township standard for a blacktop driveway is 2 inches of compacted top over 4 inches of stone or 4 inches of recycled concrete. An inspection of the stone must be done before the top is rolled to reveal any deficiencies.
• Materials that are permitted to be used for a driveway are Concrete, Blacktop, or Brick Pavers/Belgium Block. It must be dust-free.  Stone or gravel driveways are not permitted.
• In front of the driveway, you must have a 6 inches thick concrete sidewalk and apron.
• Driveway overlay must be tack coated and keyed (12 inches minimum) at both limits.
• A driveway cannot be more than 20 feet wide.
• Any widening of your driveway requires a plot plan with your application. The driveway must be 5 feet from the property line. However, if the driveway already exists and is less than 5 ft from the property line, it is grandfathered. Any widening of your driveway less than 5 ft from the property line requires an administrative waiver from the Land Use Office in addition to a plot plan.
• Permits are good for one year from date of issue.

6. What are the specifications and PSI (pounds per square inches) for a sidewalk?

Concrete-4" minimum thickness for sidewalk; however, 6" thick for apron and sidewalk in front of driveway.

Hamilton Township standard for concrete mix must be 4000 psi and truck delivered from a concrete company that is NJ State certified.

7. Who is responsible for maintaining the curb and sidewalk?

In accordance with Article IV, Chapter 435, Section 34, where the lands of a property owner abut a right-of-way, it shall be the responsibility of such property owner to keep the area between the property line and the street line, including the sidewalk, driveway apron and curb as the case may be, in good repair.  The street line for the purposes of this article is designated as the edge of the paved surface of the street.

8. Do I need to schedule an inspection of my sidewalk / driveway after the concrete is poured?

No, you do not need to schedule an inspection after the concrete is poured.  When the inspector is out to inspect the forms before any concrete is poured, you are automatically on the list for a re-inspection of the sidewalk / driveway after the concrete is poured. 

9. How do I schedule a driveway, sidewalk, curb, or apron inspection before the concrete is poured for the forms?

Please contact the Call Center at 609-586-0311. 

Required to Schedule Inspection

• Permit Number
• Name, Full Address, Phone Number / Email Address
• What type of inspection (driveway, sidewalk, apron, curb)
• 48 Hour Notice required (this is printed on the permit) AM or PM?
• It is not necessary for anyone to be present or home at the time of the inspection. If there is a problem, the inspector will leave a note.