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Hours and Location
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Henry S. Knight Building
115 12th Street
Ocean City, NJ  08226
609.525.9400

Monday - Friday
8:45 am - 4:30 pm

For more Planning, Zoning, HPC and Board Minutes please visit the Planning Page.

     

 
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Zone Definitions
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Thinking of Building a Home?
You will need a construction permit application and a zoning permit application
For front yard set backs, please call 609.525.9400 ext 23. Zoning office

Appraising a home or looking for a particular zone?
View our Zoning map (6.3Mb Adobe file) and Zoning Ordinance for your convenience.
Planning on installing a shed, and/or fence? Changing your landscape, concrete, pavers?
Please check with the construction office to see if a permit is needed 609.525.9179
You will need a Zoning permit application.
What needs to accompany the permit application? –visit online city ordinances (volume II, Article 1500).
Installing or replacing a HVAC unit or a Sign?
You will need a Construction Permit application and a Zoning permit.
Starting a Business?
You will need a Mercantile Pre-Application and Mercantile License Packet.
Need a Contractor’s License?
You will need a Contractor License Application.
Renting your Property?
You will need a Rental Registration/License Application form and also A Smoke Detector/Zoning Compliance request for rental form.
Selling your Property?
You will need Zoning Compliance Inspection for sale of property form.
ALL FORMS ARE TO THE RIGHT FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE
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ZONING MAP
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Frequently Requested Forms and Applications
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Administrative Site Plan Review 01/20/2009 02:40 142 K DOWNLOAD
Bay Landings R-1 Neighborhood 07/20/2009 10:41 26 K DOWNLOAD
Bay West R-1 07/20/2009 10:42 26 K DOWNLOAD
Bay West R-2 07/20/2009 10:43 26 K DOWNLOAD
Bayou R-1 Neighborhood 07/20/2009 10:44 26 K DOWNLOAD
BOARD APPLICATION Planning & Zoning Boards 01/26/2010 04:13 840 K DOWNLOAD
Building Subcode Tech F110 03/27/2009 12:14 63 K DOWNLOAD
CAFRA Review Checklist 10/06/2008 01:54 3847 K DOWNLOAD
Construction Permit Application 01/07/2009 10:23 456 K DOWNLOAD
Contractor License Application 05/29/2009 11:07 238 K DOWNLOAD
Corinthian Neighborhood R-2 07/20/2009 10:45 28 K DOWNLOAD
Electrical Subcode Tech F120 03/27/2009 12:15 61 K DOWNLOAD
Final Zoning Compliance Form 04/24/2009 04:26 58 K DOWNLOAD
Fire Subcode Tech F140 03/27/2009 12:16 75 K DOWNLOAD
Framing Checklist F-390 03/27/2009 12:17 83 K DOWNLOAD
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Mission Statement
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Planning and Engineering Mission Statement
 
The mission of the Ocean City Department of Planning and Engineering is to ensure sound land use planning; delivery of outstanding engineering and project implementation for public infrastructure; formulation of clear zoning and building standards for development in the City; and enforcement of City ordinances and statutory building regulations accurately and promptly.
 
Our goal is the satisfaction of our customers, residents, and visitors with the service provided and with their experience with the Department of Planning and Engineering; and the delivery of pleasant, professional , accurate, and outstanding service during every interaction.
     

Message from the Director
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Message from the Director of Planning and Engineering
 
We are very excited about providing you the information you need through our new and improved website! We recognize that busy schedules mean working after hours, so our information is available 24/7.  Right now you can access application instructions and forms, check public meeting agendas, review information on public projects, and much more. Soon, you will be able to submit forms, check on the status of your permits, and pay permit and inspection fees electronically as well.
 
The Department of Planning and Engineering’s functions include:
  • Planning
  • Engineering
  • Zoning
  • Construction
  • Mercantile
  • Smoke Detector Program
  • Property Maintenance
 
Regardless of our diversity and the complex and regulatory nature of our work, the three main goals of the Department are:
 
  • Quality customer service.
  • Increased efficiency through web based services and information.
  • Partnering with residents, business owners, leaders and other government agencies to advance goals of the community.
Thank you for visiting us on the web! We hope you find the information you need. Feel free to submit feedback on this site, and of course, you can always contact our office by phone at (609) 525-9400.
 
 
 
Elizabeth Terenik, PP, AICP

 

     

 
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Elizabeth Terenik
Director of Planning and Engineering
The  Director of Planning and Engineering and is responsible for managing all the functions and personnel for Engineering, Planning, Zoning, Construction Code, Mercantile, Property Maintenance and Code Compliance for the City of Ocean City. Elizabeth has worked for the City since July of 2008. Her extensive background includes Planning/Zoning and Code Enforcement Officer for the Borough of Wildwood, Grants and Project Management for the Atlantic County Utilities Authority and Land Use Consulting for multiple clients throughout the state. 
 
Elizabeth holds a Masters Degree of Public Administration and Public Policy from California State University and a Bachelors Degree from Villanova University. Ms. Terenik is a licensed professional planner in the State of New Jersey and a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners.  
     

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