Brick Officials Ready For Construction, Permits To Resume

BRICK, NJ — The Brick Township Construction Department will begin accepting appointments for permits and inspections on Tuesday, as a result of Gov. Phil Murphy's executive order allowing the resumption of nonessential construction.

Murphy on May 13 announced that resumption of nonessential construction the same day he announced nonessential retail would be allowed to reopen with online and phone ordering and curbside pick up.

The construction department staff will be available to meet with customers by appointment only beginning Tuesday.

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"It's encouraging that he's starting to open up more things," Mayor John G. Ducey said after the announcement. "There are a number of projects that have been put on hold, people wanting to do additions, wanting to put pools in."

There are a number of commercial projects that were put on hold when nonessential construction was suspended as well, Ducey said. Projects to renovate and prepare Jersey Swim School, Corrado's, Royal Farms and Lidl all are in the process of getting ready to open.

Ducey said it was the reopening of nonessential businesses was important to restore some balance.

"It was unfair for the large corporate stores to stay open when the mom-and-pop stores were closed," he said. Read more: NJ Coronavirus Updates: Here's What You Need To Know

There are businesses, including gyms and salons, that are still waiting, Ducey said.

The coronavirus crisis has cost the township more than $1 million in revenue so far, with a significant impact coming from construction and permit fees. Read more: Coronavirus Crisis Costs Brick $1M In Revenue, Mayor Says

Residents and contractors who need to meet with the Construction Department regarding permits and inspections are asked to schedule an appointment by calling 732-262-4604 or emailing permitstatus@twp.brick.nj.us.

Appointments must be made at least one day in advance, and township officials say you should provide as much information regarding the project as you can so the appropriate staff member can be assigned.

All customers will be required to have a temperature scan upon entering the building and must be wearing a mask or face covering.

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