Building Permits & Construction Records
Request building permits, construction plans, certificates of approval, and related inspection records from NJ municipalities. OPRAExpress drafts the request, files it under New Jersey's Open Public Records Act, and forwards the records the moment the custodian responds.
100% money-back guarantee. Records delivered or your money back.
7-business-day clock
NJ agencies must respond within 7 business days. We track the deadline so it doesn't slip.
Attorney-built request
Every OPRA filing cites the statute correctly so custodians can't bounce it on formatting.
Money-back guarantee
If we can't get the record, you don't pay. Simple as that.
What you can request
Every one of these is a public record under OPRA — and every one of them is something OPRAExpress files routinely on behalf of NJ homeowners, realtors, and investors.
- Building permit applications
- Approved construction plans and blueprints
- Inspection reports and certificates
- Contractor licensing records
- Demolition permits
- Zoning variance applications
- Site plan approvals
Sample OPRA request template
This is the kind of language OPRAExpress drafts on your behalf — clear enough that the records custodian can't ask for clarification and stall the clock.
All building permits, construction plans, and inspection records for the property located at [ADDRESS], including any certificates of approval or occupancy issued from [START DATE] to present.
Who requests building permits?
You're not alone — these are the people OPRAExpress files for every day.
Home buyer
Verify a property is legal, safe, and free of liens before closing.
Realtor / title agent
Clear title questions, confirm permits, and document due diligence for clients.
Investor / flipper
Underwrite a deal — open permits, code violations, and assessment history all in one shot.
Contractor / architect
Pull historical plans, prior approvals, and inspection sign-offs before scoping work.
Frequently asked questions
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Open guideReady to pull building permits?
$5 per request. Filed within 24 business hours. Records delivered or your money back.