201-556-0520 tel
201-556-0523 fax
building@rochelleparknj.gov
Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 7:30AM to 2:30PM
To Schedule an inspection, please call 201-587-7730 ext. 100
Building Department Contacts
BUILDING
Nick Melfi
Official/Building Inspector
201-556-0520
Office hours: Tues & Wed, 4:30pm-6:00pm
PLUMBING
Michael O’Connell – Plumbing Subcode Official/Plumbing Inspector.
Inspection hours: Tues & Thurs 4:00pm-6:00pm
FIRE
Joseph Cariddi – Fire Subcode Official/Inspector
Inspection hours: By Appointment, 201-852-1787
ELECTRICAL
Michael Dalessio
Electrical Subcode Inspector
Inspection hours: Mon & Wed 1:00pm -4:00pm
ZONING OFFICIAL /HOUSING CODE OFFICIAL
Nick Melfi – Zoning
Jesse Damore – Housing
BUILDING SUB-CODE INSPECTOR
Albert Reiner
Inspection hours: Mon thru Thurs, 4:30pm-6:00pm
TECHNICAL ASSISTANT
Annemarie Wells
Building permits and 
inspections are required for most types of construction and alterations (residential and commercial).
Contact the building department to help you determine if a permit is needed. We can explain what kind of documentation you’ll need with your 
application and help streamline the process for you before you begin.
Building permits help to insure safe occupancies. If you 
see construction being done without permits or illegal occupancies please contact the Building Department. All information is handled in a manner insuring our confidentiality.
Get started with your construction project by downloading the necessary forms you need right now Click below for a downloadable form.
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: | What steps do I take when I want work done on my home or business? |
A: | First call the building department to determine whether or not a permit is required. If construction will take place outside of the existing structure, bring a property survey map to the building department so that the zoning officer can review the proposed work for compliance with the Town Ordinances. |
Q: | Can I do my own work? |
A: | You can do your own building, electrical and plumbing work ONLY in your owner occupied, single family detached dwelling. All the permits and inspections are required. |
Q: | Can my sump pump be configured to pump directly in to the sanitary sewer lines? |
A: | No. Too much water interrupts the proper operation of the sewage treatment facility. |