Codes and Standards

Rutgers is the first university in New Jersey to be granted a Memorandum of Understanding by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA), allowing an in-house construction review and permitting department, known as the Office of Codes and Standards.
Contact Information

Scott Luthman
Construction Official
scott.luthman@rutgers.edu
(848) 202-0333


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Enhanced Project 
Efficiency

Rutgers’ in-house Office of Codes and Standards speeds up construction approvals by handling reviews and permits internally, cutting down project delays significantly.

Streamlined Construction Process

The Office of Codes and Standards reviews plans, issues permits, and conducts inspections internally, eliminating state fees and delays.

Significant Cost Savings

By handling construction permits in-house, Rutgers saves nearly $2 million annually in state permit and plan review fees.

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Permitting Process User Guide

Download the  Permitting Process User Guide  for the complete permitting process, including all materials required upon submittal. Absence of any required signatures, documents, or other material will result in an automatic permit denial.

Click a Form Number to download the appropriate, fillable document.

F100 Construction Application (Jacket)
F110 Building Subcode Technical Section
F120 Electrical Subcode Technical Section
F130 Plumbing Subcode Technical Section
F140 Fire Protection Subcode Technical Section
F150 Elevator Subcode Technical Section