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Township of West Deptford, NJ
Gloucester County
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[HISTORY: Adopted by the Township Committee of the Township of West Deptford 3-10-2011 by Ord. No. 2011-01; amended 10-19-2022 by Ord. No. 2022-15; 2-15-2023 by Ord. No. 2023-01; 5-17-2023 by Ord. No. 2023-11, 7-19-2023 by Ord. No. 2023-13; amended in entirety 10-18-2023 by Ord. No. 2023-19. Subsequent amendments noted where applicable.]
A. 
Liquor license renewal (annual):
(1) 
Plenary retail consumption: $2,000.
(2) 
Club and seasonal retail consumption: $150.
(3) 
Plenary retail distribution license: $2,000.
B. 
Liquor license transfer:
(1) 
Place-to-place transfer: 10% of annual fee.
(2) 
Person-to-person transfer: 10% of annual fee.
(3) 
Both: 20% of annual fee.
C. 
Bingo license application: no charge.
D. 
Raffle license application: no charge.
E. 
One-day social affair permit: no charge.
F. 
Poolrooms/billiards: $20.
G. 
(Reserved)
H. 
Public records.
(1) 
Copy fee of $0.05 per page for letter-sized pages and smaller.
(2) 
Copy fee of $0.07 per page for legal-sized pages and larger.
(3) 
In the event the actual costs to produce paper copies exceed the $0.05 and $0.07 rates, then the charge will be the actual cost of duplication.
(4) 
Electronic records will be provided free of charge (i.e., e-mail).
(5) 
Records provided in another medium (i.e., computer disc, CD-ROM, DVD) will be at actual cost.
(6) 
Transcripts. Whenever a person requests a verbatim transcript of a recorded proceeding, he/she shall arrange through the Municipal Clerk or Solicitor the transcription of the recording by anyone of his/her own selection, the cost of which is to be paid by the person; or the Township will, through the Municipal Clerk or Solicitor, arrange for the transcription, the cost of which will be paid by the person.
(7) 
Color copies: actual cost charged to Township.
(8) 
Special service charge. Whenever the nature, format, manner of collation, or volume of a government record embodied in the form of printed matter to be inspected, examined, or copied pursuant to this section is such that the record cannot be reproduced by ordinary document-copying equipment in ordinary business size or involving an extraordinary expenditure of time and effort to accommodate the request, the public agency may charge, in addition to the actual cost of duplicating the record, a special service charge that shall be reasonable and shall be based upon the actual direct cost of providing the copies; provided, however, that in the case of a municipality, rates for the duplication of particular records when the actual cost of copying exceeds the foregoing rate shall be established in advance by ordinance. The requestor shall have the opportunity to review and object to the charge prior to it being incurred.
(9) 
Photographs: actual cost charged to Township.
I. 
Trash and Recycle Cans: $ 60 for an additional can limited to one additional trash and recycle can per household. Damaged cans that can no longer function or be picked up properly will be repaired or replaced at no cost.
J. 
Cannabis license renewal (annual): $500.
K. 
Filming:
(1) 
Basic filming permit: $100. Where an applicant requests an expedited basis, within 24 hours of the filming date, $150.
(2) 
Daily filming fee payable in addition to the basic filming permit when filming entirely on public property: $200 per day.
(3) 
Daily filming fee payable for major motion picture when filming entirely on public property: $1,000 per day.
(4) 
Filming permit for nonprofit applicants filming for education purposes, including student films $25 with no daily rate.
(5) 
Filming on private property: no daily filming fee will be imposed.
A. 
Building subcode fees:
(1) 
Construction.
(a) 
New construction (all use groups except below): $0.038 per cubic feet.
(b) 
A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, F-1, F-2, S-1-S-2: $0.025 per cubic foot.
(c) 
Farm buildings (maximum $1,602): $0.015 per cubic foot.
(d) 
Carports, storage sheds, minimum fee: $75.
(2) 
Renovation per $1,000 of value: $28.
(3) 
Roofing and siding.
(a) 
Residential: $100.
(b) 
Other: $28 per $1,000
(4) 
Swimming pools.
(a) 
In-ground: $350.
(b) 
Above-ground: $150.
(c) 
Hot tub: $150.
(5) 
Premanufactured.
(a) 
Premanufactured construction (home): $75 per $1,000.
(b) 
Minimum: $375.
(6) 
Tank removal:
(a) 
Residential: $100.
(b) 
Other: $175.
(7) 
Signs: $5 per square foot.
(8) 
Demolition.
(a) 
One- and two-family: $150.
(b) 
All others: $200.
(9) 
Lead hazard abatement (administration fee): $196.
(10) 
Lead hazard clearance certificate: $40.
(11) 
Asbestos removal (administration fee): $196.
(12) 
Asbestos removal clearance certificate: $40.
(13) 
Elevator installation. The permit fee for the foregoing shall be based upon New Jersey State Uniform Construction Code Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-119, Subchapter 12, Elevator Safety Subcode, 5:23-12.1 through 5:23-12.9.
(14) 
Elevator or escalator inspection not covered under elevator subcode: $200.
(15) 
Moving of building. The fee for a permit for the removal of a building or structure from one lot to another or to a new location on the same lot shall be $10 per $1,000 of the sum of the estimated cost for moving, for new foundations and for placement in a completed condition in the new location, provided that the minimum fee shall be $50.
(16) 
All minimum fees: $75.
B. 
Electrical subcode fees.
(1) 
Rough wiring, fixtures, receptacles, switches, fractional HP motors, detectors, etc.
(a) 
One to 50: $50.
(b) 
Over 50: $1 per device.
(2) 
Ranges, heaters, hot water heaters, etc.
(a) 
One kW to less than 10 kW: $20.
(b) 
Ten kW to less than 50 kW: $70.
(c) 
Fifty kW to less than 100 kW: $130.
(d) 
One hundred one kW or greater: $640.
(3) 
Motors, electrical devices.
(a) 
One HP/kW to less than 10 HP/kW: $20.
(b) 
Ten HP/kW to less than 50 HP/kW: $70.
(c) 
Fifty HP/kW to less than 100 HP/kW: $130.
(d) 
One hundred one HP/kW or greater: $640.
(4) 
Service equipment/meters.
(a) 
Up to 200 amp: $75.
(b) 
Two hundred to 800 amp: $130.
(c) 
Greater than 800 amp: $640.
(5) 
Generating systems other than solar photovoltaic and other alternative energy systems.
(a) 
One to 50 kW: $75.
(b) 
Fifty-one to 100 kW: $130.
(c) 
One hundred one to 500 kW: $600.
(d) 
Five hundred one to 1,000 kW: $1,000.
(e) 
Greater than 1,000 kW: $500 per megawatt above the first megawatt.
(6) 
Photovoltaic system and other alternative energy systems.
(a) 
First 10 kW: $150.
(b) 
Each additional 10 kW add: $45.
(7) 
Swimming pool, spa, hydro massage tub, hot tub or sauna (fee includes all pool equipment).
(a) 
Aboveground swimming pools R-5: $100.
(b) 
In-ground swimming pools R-5: $250.
(c) 
Swimming pool for all other use groups: $350.
(d) 
Spa, hydro massage tub, hot tub, sauna, etc.: $75.
(8) 
Annual swimming pool inspection: $75.
(9) 
All minimum fees: $75.
C. 
Plumbing subcode fees.
(1) 
Per fixture: $15.
(2) 
Water closet, urinal, floor drain: $15.
(3) 
Sink, lavatory, shower, bath tub: $15.
(4) 
Floor sink, dishwasher, washing machine: $15.
(5) 
Hose bibb, water heater, ice machine: $15.
(6) 
Drinking fountain: $15.
(7) 
Condensate drain: $15.
(8) 
Appliances, equipment, air conditioning, lawn sprinklers, pumps: $91.
(a) 
R-3, R-4, R-5: see mechanical.
(9) 
New or replacement heaters, air conditioning baseboard, radiators, boilers: $91.
(a) 
R-3, R-4, R-5: see mechanical.
(10) 
Mini split heater and air conditioner: $75.
(11) 
Replacement gas heater R-3, R-4, R-5: see mechanical.
(12) 
Water, sewer, gas piping: $91.
(13) 
Grease traps: $91.
(14) 
Sewer/pumps and ejector pumps: $91.
(15) 
Back flow preventer (testable type): $91.
(16) 
Annual back flow preventer certification: $50.
(17) 
All minimum fees: $75.
D. 
Fire subcode fees.
(1) 
Sprinkler and alarm devices.
(a) 
One to 20: $91.
(b) 
Twenty-one to 100: $250.
(c) 
One hundred one to 200: $450.
(d) 
Two hundred one to 400: $650.
(e) 
Four hundred one to 1,000: $1,000.
(f) 
Over 1,000: $2,200.
(2) 
Stand pipes/fire pumps: $321.
(3) 
Preengineered system: $150.
(4) 
Kitchen hood system: $95.
(5) 
Fuel-fired appliances: $75.
(6) 
Incinerator/crematorium: $511.
(7) 
Storage tank:
(a) 
Residential: see mechanical.
(b) 
Commercial: $150.
(8) 
All minimum fees: $75.
E. 
Mechanical (R-3, R-4 and R-5 only).
(1) 
Replacement of a gas-fired furnace with air-conditioning unit in a one- and two-family dwelling (R-3, R-4, R-5): $125.
(2) 
Gas or oil boilers replacement: $200.
(3) 
Electric/gas (tank) water heater replacement: $91.
(4) 
Tankless water heater: $125.
(5) 
Storage tank (fuel oil/LPG): $75.
F. 
Inspections.
(1) 
Plan review (included with cost of permit): 20% permit cost.
(2) 
If a permit is not Issued, 20% will be assessed and billed after 90 days; minimum fee: $25.
(3) 
Prototype plan review fee: 20% permit cost.
(4) 
Variation: $175.
(5) 
Certificate of occupancy (new construction).
(a) 
Residential: 5% permit cost.
(b) 
Other: 10% permit cost.
(6) 
Hourly fee for re-review, after CO inspection, etc.: $75 per hour (one hour minimum).
(7) 
Continued certificate of occupancy (nonresidential): $75 per subcode.
(8) 
Change of use, continued certificate of occupancy. The fee for a certificate of occupancy shall be $75.
(a) 
Multiple certificate of occupancy. The fee for a multiple certificate of occupancy shall be $50.
(b) 
Temporary certificate of occupancy. There shall be no fee for a temporary certificate of occupancy. Temporary certificates may be issued for a six-month period and not more than one six-month extension granted.
(9) 
All minimum fees: $75 each.
(10) 
Reinspection. For each reinspection of plumbing caused by the failure of the licensee to comply with the provisions of the subcode and the permit issued, a fee of $25.
(11) 
Annual permit. Annual permits shall be permitted in accordance with the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code Chapter 5:23-2.14. The fee shall be $250 per maintenance worker engaged in work that is governed by a subcode and employed by the facility.
(a) 
A training registration fee of: $140 per subcode for each trainee shall be charged.
(12) 
Surcharge fee on new construction. In order to provide for the training, certification and technical support programs required by the Uniform Construction Code Act[1] and the regulations, the enforcing agency shall collect, in addition to the fees specified above, a surcharge fee of $0.00371 per cubic foot of volume of new construction and $1.90 per $1,000 of value or renovation construction. Said surcharge fee shall be remitted to the Bureau of Housing Inspections, Department of Community Affairs, on a quarterly basis for the fiscal quarter ending September 30, December 31, March 31 and June 30, and not later than one month next succeeding the end of the quarter for which it is due. In the fiscal year in which the regulations first become effective, said fee shall be collected and remitted for the third and fourth quarters only.
[1]
Editor's Note: See N.J.S.A. 52:27D-119 et seq.
Maintenance of detention/retention basin, see formula in Chapter 81 of the Code of West Deptford.
A. 
Dog license fees.
(1) 
Without proof of neutering: $16.
(2) 
With proof of neutering: $10.
(3) 
Kennels (10 or less 10 dogs): $10.
(4) 
Kennels (more than 10 dogs): $25.
(5) 
Pet shop (annual fee): $10.
(6) 
Vicious dog license (in addition to dog license fee): $150.
B. 
(Reserved)[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Former Subsection B, Fines and penalties, was repealed at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I).
A. 
Performance and maintenance guarantees. For all utilities under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Public Utilities, a blanket corporate bond acceptable to the Township Solicitor in the amount of $25,000 may be deposited with the Township in full force and effect in lieu of a separate bond or escrow for each required permit as surety for the performance and maintenance period. Said maintenance period shall be for a period of two years and shall commence after the final inspection of the work performed under the permit and the acceptance of the work by the Township.
B. 
(Reserved)
C. 
Permit fees. Prior to the issuance of a permit, the applicant shall pay to the Public Works Manager a fee of $50 to cover the cost of administration. In addition, a fee to cover the cost of inspection shall be determined by the Engineer. Said inspection fee shall not be less than $50, and, for each $1,000 estimated cost of right-of-way restoration in addition, $50 per $1,000 of estimated cost shall be paid to the Township for inspection prior to the permit's being issued. For sidewalk and/or apron replacement only, the applicant shall pay, in cash, a fee of $70 to cover the cost of administration and inspection. The fee is to be posted as surety for all work to be done within the right-of-way (other than sidewalk and/or apron replacement only) shall be $250 for 10 square feet of opening or less and an additional charge of $10 per square foot in excess of the first 10 square feet. The posting of said surety shall not be required of a utility company under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Public Utilities or a contractor who has posted an approved blanket bond as provided for under § 87-11, Performance and maintenance guarantee. The cost for inspection for all work performed by a utility company under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Public Utilities shall be based on the amount of time required for inspection by the Engineer billed to the utility company on a monthly basis at the rate of two times the hourly rate of the Engineer.
D. 
(Reserved)[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Former Subsection D, Violations and penalties, was repealed at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I).
E. 
Dumpster (10 yards), available to residents (only) for approved waste materials: no cost, effective 8-1-2022. Dumpsters dropped off on Monday through Thursday will be picked up 24 hours later. Dumpsters dropped off on Friday will be picked up on Monday (or the next workday). Schedule based on availability. Limited to two dumpsters per year, per resident.
A. 
Returned check fee: $20.
B. 
Electronic funds transfer return charges: $20.
C. 
Towing application fee: $100.
A. 
Extra duty for firefighter: $65 per hour.
B. 
Billing list:
(1) 
Apparatus:
(a) 
Engine: $350 per hour.
(b) 
Aerial/ladder: $400 per hour.
(c) 
Rescue: $300 per hour.
(d) 
Squad/utility support: $150 per hour.
(e) 
Tanker/tender: $300 per hour.
(2) 
Equipment/service:
(a) 
SCBA: $50 each.
(b) 
Hose (per 50 feet): $25.
(c) 
Gas/Co detector/heat gun: $50 per use.
(d) 
Deodorizer: $25 per use.
(e) 
Extinguisher (any class): $50 per use.
(f) 
Fire police services: $100 per hour.
(g) 
Hand tools: $15 each.
(h) 
Hydraulic rescue tools: $200 each.
(i) 
Scene lighting: $75 per hour.
(j) 
Oil booms: $20 each.
(k) 
Oil absorbent sheets: $2.50 each.
(l) 
Oil dry: $35 per bucket.
(m) 
Portable pumps: $30 per hour.
(n) 
Power tools: $50 each.
(o) 
Road closing/traffic control: $100 per hour.
(p) 
Salvage covers: $35 each.
(q) 
Debris cleanup/removal: $250.
(r) 
Flares: $8 each.
(s) 
Ventilation fans: $50 each.
(t) 
IR camera: $100 each.
(u) 
Foam: $65 per gallon.
(v) 
Cribbing:
[1] 
Passenger: $100 each.
[2] 
Class B: $200 each.
[3] 
Trucks-Class A: $500 each.
(w) 
Stabilization struts: $50 per use.
(x) 
Latex gloves: $2 per pair.
(y) 
Ladders: $35 per use.
(z) 
Medical extrication (w. hydraulics): $1,500 per patient.
(aa) 
Generator: $50 per hour.
(bb) 
Hand lights: $5 per use.
(cc) 
Portable pond: $150 per use.
(dd) 
Wetting agent: $25 per unit.
(ee) 
Fire line tape: $0.25 per foot.
(ff) 
Firefighter: $50 per hour.
(gg) 
Other material and equipment: replacement cost.
A. 
Uniform fire code fees.
(1) 
Fire code fees, assembly.
(a) 
One story, under 5,000 square feet: $70.
(b) 
One story, 5,000 to 11,999 square feet: $120.
(c) 
Over one story, under 5,000 square feet: $120.
(d) 
Over one story, 5,000 square feet to 11,999 square feet: $150.
(e) 
Other assembly not classified herein: $60.
(2) 
Fire code fees, business and education:
(a) 
One- and two-story, less than 5,000 square feet: $70.
(b) 
One- and two-story, 5,000 or more square feet: $90.
(c) 
Over two-story, less than 5,000 square feet: $120.
(d) 
Over two-story, 5,000 or more square feet: $150.
(3) 
Fire code fees, factory.
(a) 
F-1 factory moderate hazard.
[1] 
Over 11,999 square feet: $150.
(b) 
F-2 Factory low hazard.
[1] 
Under 11,999 square feet:
(4) 
Fire code fees, high-hazard.
(a) 
H-1, under 11,999 square feet: $300.
(b) 
H-1, over 11,000 square feet: $330.
(c) 
H-2, under 11,999 square feet: $240.
(d) 
H-2, over 11,999 square feet: $270.
(e) 
H-3, under 11,999 square feet: $150.
(f) 
H-3, over 11,999 square feet: $180.
(g) 
H-4, under 11,999 square feet: $90.
(h) 
H-4, over 11,999 square feet: $120.
(5) 
Fire code fees, storage.
(a) 
S-1, under 5,000 square feet: $90.
(b) 
S-1, 5,000 square feet to 11,999 square feet: $120.
(c) 
S-2, under 5,000 square feet: $90.
(d) 
S-2, 5,000 square feet to 11,999 square feet: $120.
(6) 
Fire code fees, mercantile.
(a) 
One story, less than 5,000 square feet: $90.
(b) 
One story, 5,000 square feet or more: $120.
(c) 
Over one story, less than 5,000 square feet: $150.
(d) 
Over one story, 5,000 square feet or more: $210.
(7) 
Utility and miscellaneous uses: $48.
(8) 
Certificate of fire code status: $30.
(9) 
Late fee: $30.
(10) 
Reports: $30.
(11) 
Permits.
(a) 
Type 1: $54.
(b) 
Type 2: $214.
(c) 
Type 3: $427.
(d) 
Type 4: $641.
(e) 
Type 5: (Reserved)
B. 
(Reserved)[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Former Subsection B, Violations and penalties, was repealed at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I).
A. 
Minor subdivision application: $75 per lot.
B. 
Technical plan review (escrow).
(1) 
Minimum sub. (minimum deposit): $2,000.
C. 
Major subdivision: $500 plus $100 each lot.
D. 
Final major subdivision: $100.
E. 
Technical plan review (escrow) major subdivision (minimum deposit): $2,000.
(1) 
Technical plan review (escrow), major subdivision (additional deposit): $4,000.
F. 
The applicant shall post inspection fees in escrow in an amount provided in § 102-43B(1).
G. 
Planned apartment: $100.
(1) 
Up to 10,000 square feet floor area plus $5 per unit each additional 10,000 square feet
H. 
Technical plan review (escrow) planned apartment (minimum deposit): $2,000.
(1) 
Technical plan review (escrow) planned apartment (additional escrow): $4,000.
I. 
Inspection escrow, 5% ($500 minimum) of bonded improvement cost, plus 5% of the cost of all private improvements not bonded.
J. 
Site plan review: $400.
K. 
Conditional use: $200.
L. 
General dev. plan: $400.
M. 
Technical plan review; improvements.
(1) 
Technical plan review (escrow), site plan, conditional use, GDP (minimum deposit): $2,000.
(2) 
Technical plan review (escrow), site plan, conditional use, GDP (additional escrow): $4,000.
(3) 
Inspection escrow, 5% ($500 minimum) of bonded improvements cost, plus 5% of the cost of all private improvements not bonded.
N. 
Residential engineer review escrow: $2,000.
O. 
Street vacating application: $150.
P. 
Street vacating escrow (minimum deposit): $2,000.
Q. 
Board of Adjustment application (bulk variances): $75.
R. 
Board of Adjustment application (use variance): $150.
S. 
Technical plan review escrow, Board of Adjustment (minimum deposit): $2,000.
T. 
Minor site plan application: $200.
U. 
Minor site plan escrow: $5,000.
V. 
Conceptual review application: $200.
W. 
Request for extension of subdivision or site plan: $100.
X. 
Request for interpretation from the decision of the Zoning Officer: $150.
Y. 
Zoning confirmation letter: $25.
Z. 
List of property owners: $10 or $0.25 per name (whichever is greater).
AA. 
DVD recording of meeting: $10.
BB. 
Transcripts (deposit with full reimbursement by requestor): $100.
CC. 
Zoning permit fee: $15.
DD. 
Zoning/Land Use Ordinance: $25.
EE. 
Zoning Map: $5.
FF. 
Master Plan: $75.
GG. 
Shopping center: application for construction or shopping center zoning amendment.
(1) 
Application fee: $50 for up to 10,000 square feet of floor area, plus $5 for each additional 10,000 square feet or fraction thereof.
(2) 
Technical plan review: actual costs; $2,000 escrow.
(3) 
Inspection escrow, performance and maintenance guaranties and streetlight installation payments: as provided in § 102-43 ($1,000 minimum).
HH. 
Other development: site plans, general development plan approval, conditional use or conceptual review.
(1) 
Application fee: $200.
(2) 
Technical plan review: actual costs; $2,000 escrow.
(3) 
Inspection escrow, performance and maintenance guaranties; as provided in § 102-43 ($1,000 minimum).
II. 
Zoning Administrative Officer. All applications to the Zoning Administrative Officer made pursuant to § 166-46 of this Code shall be accompanied by a fee of $12.
A. 
Application for resale, rental or nonresidential inspection: $60.
B. 
Application for reinspection: $30.
C. 
Application for temporary certificate (initial inspection must take place): $30.
D. 
Lead-based paint inspection surcharge: $40.
E. 
Lead Based Paint Control Assistance Fee: $20 per dwelling unit.
Validation of license: $50.
A. 
Extra duty for officers.
(1) 
Day rate (6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.): time and a half the officer's normal hourly rate, minimum of $50 per hour.
(2) 
Night rate (6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.): additional 5% in excess of day rate, minimum of $50 per hour.
(3) 
RiverWinds, inside building exterior buildings: $55 per hour; normal day and night rate applies.
(4) 
Out of town: $70 per hour, or the rate of the municipality being covered.
(5) 
County: $70 per hour to officer.
(6) 
NJDOT project: $65 per hour, $10 admin. fee per hour to Township.
(7) 
Police vehicles: $10 per hour in addition to any above rate.
(8) 
Administration fee: additional 20% of officer and vehicle fees for normal day and night fees.
B. 
Discovery fees.
(1) 
Letter: $0.05 per page.
(2) 
Legal: $0.07 per page.
C. 
Motor vehicle crash reports.
(1) 
By mail: $5.
(2) 
CD: $0.20 and postage.
(3) 
DVD: $0.30 and postage.
(4) 
USB flash drive: Actual cost and postage.
(a) 
16 GB: $9.
(b) 
32 GB: $10.
(c) 
64 GB; $20.
(d) 
128 GB: $30.
D. 
Firearm ID card (set by State of NJ): $50.
E. 
Permit to purchase a handgun (set by State of NJ): $25.
F. 
Permit to Carry a Handgun (set by State of NJ): $150.
G. 
Solicitor's permit: $50.
H. 
For video tapes obtained from the New Jersey State Police, the actual charge by the State Police will be charged to the person requesting discovery and a check therefore shall be made out separately payable to the New Jersey State Police.
A. 
Precious metals, gems and gemstones.
(1) 
Annual permit fee: $250.
(2) 
Transient buyer (five or fewer days per calendar year), annual permit fee: $50.
B. 
Secondhand goods.
(1) 
Annual permit fee: $250.
(2) 
Transient buyer (five or fewer days per calendar year), annual permit fee: $50.
A. 
Summer recreation program.
(1) 
Registration fee, West Deptford Township resident: $300 per child.
(2) 
Sports camp: $12 each camp.
(3) 
Latch Key (child care): $6 early.
(4) 
Latch Key (child care): $6 late.
(5) 
Latch Key (child care): $10 early and late.
(6) 
Latch Key (child care) 15-minute increments (late for pickup): $10.
B. 
Facility/field* maintenance/use fee.
(1) 
Without lights: $150 per day, per field/facility.
(2) 
Lights: $50 additional per day, per field/facility.
(3) 
Relining/restriping of a field from one use to another: $100 per field (this includes conversion of a playing field from one sport to another where goals, lining or other lay out changes are required from the norm; i.e., conversion of a football field to a lacrosse field).
NOTES:
* A complete list of recreational facilities is available on the Township website and facility use forms. It includes, but is not limited to soccer, lacrosse, football, hockey, baseball, softball, T-Ball, field hockey, basketball, volleyball.
1. Nonprofit organizations with an IRS 501C-3 designation will receive a 15% discount on facility use fees.
2. Discount given to designated West Deptford Township and West Deptford Board of Education affiliated groups as approved by West Deptford Township Administration recreational and/or youth organizations will incur no charges for routine facility/field use.
3. Rentals with 10 or more reserved dates per season: 50% discount per season (winter, spring, summer, fall).
C. 
West Deptford Little League Facility (not including Union Field) with the following stipulations: West Deptford Little League teams and West Deptford teams (70% of the team roster contains players who reside in West Deptford) will receive first priority for field use. Teams are responsible for setup, cleanup and supplies for field lining.
(1) 
One practice or game per week per calendar month: $100.
(2) 
Two practices or games per week per calendar month: $200.
(3) 
Three practices or games per week per calendar month: $300.
(4) 
Four practices or games per week per calendar month: $400.
(5) 
Five practices or games per week per calendar month: $500.
(6) 
Relining/Restriping of the Field from one use to another: $100.
(7) 
Tournament and for profit Events:
(a) 
Without lights per field/facility: $150.
(b) 
Lights: Additional per day, per field/facility: $50.
D. 
Fun Day.
(1) 
Vendor fee: $40.
(2) 
Concert concession vendor fee: $250.
(3) 
Ride ticket (single ticket): $1.
(4) 
Twenty-five ride tickets: $20.
(5) 
Unlimited ride wristband: $30.
(6) 
Prepaid wristband voucher: $30.
E. 
Summer concert series.
(1) 
Vendor fee: $1,500 minimum entire series; $250 per concert.
(2) 
Snow cone/ice cream vendor: $750 minimum entire series; $125 per concert.
F. 
Boat ramp parking fee (April 1 to November 1): $20 per day.
G. 
Rivergate park picnic pavilion (first come, first serve): no cost.
H. 
Certified playground safety inspector: $150 per hour.
I. 
Bench adoption program fee: $75.
A. 
Pad fees: $10.
B. 
Rent increase filling fee (mobile home park): $200.
C. 
Consulting escrow fee.
(1) 
Under 10 units: $250.
(2) 
Ten to 50 units: $500.
(3) 
Over 50 units: $2,000.
D. 
Transcription of minutes: actual cost.
License:
A. 
Retail food/permanent local: $25.
B. 
Retail food/temporary/itinerant: $25.
A. 
Annual passes.
Annual Passes*
West Deptford Township Resident**
West Deptford Township Business Member***
Non-West Deptford Township Resident
Household/family, 2 adults + 2 youth
$500
$750
$1,000
Household, each additional youth
$36
$54
$72
Household, senior individual (62+)
$100
$150
$200
Household, senior 2 adults, 62+
$165
$248
$330
Individual (18-61)
$250
$375
$500
Youth****
$167
$250
$334
Military discount (active duty)*****
50% off above rates
50% off above rates
50% off above rates
Pickleball Pass
$5
$5
$5
NOTES:
*
Annual pass membership is a rolling twelve-month period from the first date of enrollment, can be paid quarterly (nonresident members) or monthly (resident or business members). A 10% cancellation fee of total memberships with proof of relocating of 25 miles more away from the RiverWinds Community Center.
**
West Deptford Township residents show proof of residency by way of a current driver's license, tax bill or two utility bills. A 10% cancellation fee of total memberships with proof of relocating of 25 miles more away from the RiverWinds Community Center.
***
West Deptford Township business members are active employees who are currently employed by a business establishment physically located in West Deptford Township. Proof of employment is required by presentation of a current pay stub, employee identification card or dated letter on business letterhead signed by an officer of the organization. Businesses must have a valid New Jersey Business Registration certificate as proof of incorporation. A 10% cancellation fee of total memberships with proof of relocating of 25 miles more away from the RiverWinds Community Center.
****
Youth is anyone under the age of 18 years OR someone who is a full-time student under the age of 25. Proof of age and proof of full-time school/trade school/college enrollment is required by way of transcript or paid tuition bill. A 10% cancellation fee of total memberships with proof of relocating of 25 miles more away from the RiverWinds Community Center.
*****
Proof of active duty is required by way of pay stub, orders or military identification card.
B. 
Daily fees.
Daily Fees
West Deptford Township Resident
Non-West Deptford Township Resident
Household, 2 adults + 2 youth
$20
$30
Adult (18-61)
$10
$15
Senior (62 and older)
$8
$10
Youth*
$8
$10
Active military member**
$5
$5
Military passes
Monthly fee
Resident
Nonresident
30-day pass for military personnel on leave
$20
$20
NOTES:
*
"Youth" is anyone under the age of 18 years OR someone who is a full-time student under the age of 25. Proof of age and proof of full-time school/trade school/college enrollment is required by way of transcript or paid tuition bill.
**
Proof of active duty is required by way of pay stub, orders or military identification card.
C. 
Other fees; a la carte classes/events.
(1) 
Aerobics/dance studio rental: $25 per hour.
(2) 
After hour facility surcharge: $100 per day.
(3) 
Amphitheater rental: $200 per hour.
(4) 
Aquatics programs, Discover SCUBA: $40.
(5) 
Aquatics programs, SCUBA: $395.
(6) 
Arts and crafts classes/programs (with materials): $20 M, $25 NM.
(a) 
Parent/child* class (member +1 child): $20; $3 each extra child.
(b) 
Parent/child class (non-member +1 child): $25; $5 each extra child.
(c) 
Youth: $15M; $20 NM.
(d) 
Four-week ceramic classes: $40 M; $80 NM.
(e) 
Four-week watercolor classes: $40 M; $80 NM.
(7) 
Arts-and-crafts room rental: $25 per hour.
(8) 
Atrium rental: $300 per hour.
(9) 
Birthday party (age 3-17): $15 per child; 1 birthday child is free.
(10) 
Birthday party room(s) rental: $60 per hour.
(11) 
Child care (ages six months to nine years): $3.50 per hour, minimum one hour, maximum two hours.
(12) 
Child care (prepaid pass): $45.
(13) 
Child care (30-day unlimited): $35 per child, two-hour maximum/day limit.
(14) 
Classroom rental: $25 per hour.
(15) 
Climbing wall rental: $60 per hour.
(16) 
Community Wing Rental: $750 per hour, minimum 4 hours.
(17) 
Electronic funds transfer (EFT) setup fee: $10.
(18) 
Fitness classes (land and water), January unlimited pass: $20.
(19) 
Fitness classes (land and water), super class pass (January through December): $140.
(20) 
Fitness classes (land and water), super class pass (February to December): $120.
(21) 
Fitness classes (land and water), super class pass (May through December): $80.
(22) 
Fitness classes (land and water), super class pass (September through December): $40.
(23) 
Fitness classes (land and water), super class pass (December only): $20.
(24) 
Fitness classes (land and water), drop-in fee: $6.
(25) 
Fitness classes, karate: $99 M; $104 NM.
(26) 
Fitness Classes (Youth):
(a) 
Once/week for 4 weeks: $15 M, $20 NM.
(27) 
Fitness classes (land and water).
(a) 
Once/week for six weeks: $25 M; $29 NMR; $34 NMNR.
(b) 
Twice/week for six weeks: $41 M; $46 NMR; $51 NMNR.
(c) 
Three/week for six weeks: $46 M; $52 NMR; $58 NMNR.
(d) 
Once/week for seven weeks: $29 M; $33 NMR; $40 NM-NR.
(e) 
Twice/week for seven weeks: $48 M; $54 NMR; $60 NM-NR.
(f) 
Twice/week Senior for seven weeks: $44 M; $50 NMR.
(g) 
Three/week Senior for seven weeks: $54 M; $60 NMR; $68 NMNR.
(h) 
Once/week for eight weeks: $33 M; $37 NMR; $40 ONM-NR.
(i) 
Twice/week for eight weeks: $56 M; $64 NMR; $70 NM-NR.
(j) 
Twice/week senior for eight weeks: $50 M; $57 NMR.
(k) 
Three/week senior for eight weeks: $62 M; $68 NMR; $74 NMNR.
(l) 
Once/week for nine weeks: $37 M; $41 NMR; $43 NMNR.
(m) 
Twice/week for nine weeks: $62 M; $69 NMR; $77 NMNR.
(n) 
Three/week for nine weeks: $69 M; $78 NMR; $87 NMNR.
(28) 
Gazebo: no charge.
(29) 
Gymnasium rental.
(a) 
Auxiliary gym (1 court): $75 per hour.
(b) 
One-half auxiliary gym: $40 per hour.
(c) 
Main gym (2 courts): $150 per hour.
(d) 
One-half main gym (1 court): $75 per hour.
(e) 
Gym (practice rental): $50 per hour.
(f) 
One half gym - Trainer: Individual Client: $25 per hour.
(g) 
One half gym - Trainer: 2-5 Clients: $50 per hour.
(h) 
Pickleball Rental (3 Courts): $100 per hour.
(i) 
Non-West Deptford Township nonprofit organization: 15% discount of gymnasium rental.
(30) 
Health and safety classes.
(a) 
CPR training: $70.
(b) 
CPR/first aid training: $85.
(c) 
BSA swim test: $50.
(d) 
BSA merit badge counseling: $75.
(31) 
Ice Cream Social: $5 per bowl.
(32) 
Identification card replacement: $5.
(33) 
Lap lane rental: $30 per hour per lane.
(34) 
Lap lane rental - practice: $25 per hour per lane.
(35) 
Lawn panel rental: $900 per day.
(36) 
Locker rental: $0.25 per use.
(37) 
Multipurpose room rental.
(a) 
Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Friday 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.: $50/hour/section - three sections available.
(b) 
Premium rentals: Friday after 4:00 p.m., Saturday, Sunday: $250 per hour-whole room (four-hour minimum).
(c) 
Within eight-week or less of scheduled event: $187.50 per hour whole room (two-hour minimum).
(d) 
Within eight-week or less of scheduled event: $75 per hour per section (two-hour minimum).
(e) 
West Deptford nonprofit organization** (up to three hours): $125 whole room (three-hour maximum rental, once per year, per organization).
(f) 
Non-West Deptford Township nonprofit organization***: 15% discount off room rental.
(g) 
Patio add-on to room or amphitheater rental (two-hour minimum): $100 per hour.
(h) 
Senior center events (one-hour minimum): $200 per hour.
(i) 
Additional Set-up Time: $25.
(j) 
Chair cushions: $1 per chair.
(k) 
Linen tablecloths: $5 per table.
(38) 
Personal training.
(a) 
Three-session package: $135 M; $150 NM; $115 SR.
(b) 
Six-session package: $240 M; $288 NM; $216 SR.
(c) 
Ten-session package: $350 M; $450 NM; $315 SR.
(d) 
Twelve-session package: $408 M; $528 NM; $368 SR.
(e) 
Twenty-session package: $640 M; $840 NM; $576 SR.
(f) 
Thirty-session package: $900 M; $1,200 NM; $810 SR.
(g) 
Group training three-session package (per person): $95 M; $110 NM; $85 SR.
(h) 
Group training package (sport specific, per athlete): $125.
(i) 
Nutrition assessment package: $50 M; $60 NM; $45 SR.
(j) 
Nutrition/training combo: $270 M; $300 NM; $243 SR.
(k) 
Personal Training Special: $135.M, $150.NM, $115. SR
(39) 
Pool rental (hourly - depends on time of day, size of group).
(a) 
Tier 1 for one to 30 people: $150 per hour.
(b) 
Tier 1 for 31 to 60 people: $175 per hour.
(c) 
Tier 1 for 61+ people: $25 per each additional group of 15 per hour.
(d) 
Tier 2 for one to 30 people: $200 per hour.
(e) 
Tier 2 for 31 to 60 people: $200 per hour.
(f) 
Tier 2 for 61+ people: $25 per each additional group of 15 per hour.
(40) 
Return check fee/EFT delinquent fee: $20 per transaction.
(41) 
Spinning room rental: $25 per hour.
(42) 
Teen room rental: $25 per hour.
(43) 
Wrestling room rental: $50 per hour.
(a) 
Wrestling room practice rental: $25.
(44) 
Youth programs. Exercise classes (based on number of weeks).
(a) 
Six-week program: $18 M; $24 NM.
(b) 
Seven-week program: $21 M; $28 NM.
(c) 
Eight-week program: $24 M; $31 NM.
(d) 
Nine-week program: $27 M; $38 NM.
(e) 
Parents night out (members only): $20 first child.
(f) 
Parents night out (members only): $10 each additional sibling.
NOTES:
*
Child age 3 to 17.
**
West Deptford Township nonprofit organization is one which is physically based within West Deptford Township and primarily services the residents of West Deptford Township. A valid IRS 501(c)3 status must be provided as proof.
***
Non-West Deptford Township nonprofit organization is one which is physically based outside West Deptford Township. A valid IRS 501(c)3 status must be provided as proof.
D. 
Other fees/services products.
(1) 
Birthday party, extra cheese pizza: $12 per pie.
(2) 
Birthday party, pizza topping: $3 per topping.
(3) 
Birthday party, gluten-free pizza: $17 per pie.
(4) 
Birthday party, extra two-liter drink: $3 per bottle.
(5) 
Birthday party, cake decorations: $12.
(6) 
Carabiners: $2.90 + tax.
(7) 
Ear plugs: $5 + tax.
(8) 
Floats - swimmies: $6 + tax.
(9) 
Gloves, lifting: $20 + tax.
(10) 
Golf shirts: $25.
(11) 
Gym bags (drawstring): $7 + tax.
(12) 
Lanyards: $4 + tax.
(13) 
Locks: $7 + tax.
(14) 
Nose plugs: $4 + tax.
(15) 
Sweatshirts (crew): $18.
(16) 
Sweatshirts (hooded): $22.
(17) 
Swim caps: $5 + tax.
(18) 
Swim diapers: $10.
(19) 
Swim goggles: $10 + tax.
(20) 
Towels: $20 + tax.
(21) 
Visors: $25 + tax.
(22) 
Water bottles: $8 + tax.
(23) 
Stainless-steel water bottles: $10 + tax.
A. 
Licensure of swimming pool, in-ground: $100.
B. 
Annual renewal, swimming pool: $100.
A. 
Duplicate tax bill: no charge.
B. 
Duplicate water/sewer bill: $2.
C. 
Tax lien calculation for lienholder (N.J.S.A. 54:5-97): $50.
D. 
Subsequent lien calculation (after two) to entitled parties: $50.
E. 
Issuance of duplicate tax sale certificate (N.J.S.A. 54:5-52.1): $100.
F. 
Search for municipal liens: $10.
A. 
Issuance of license/permit construct: $500.
B. 
Issuance of license/permit to alter: $200.
C. 
Issuance of maintain/operator: $100.
D. 
Annual renewal: $100.
E. 
Fees for spaces; exemptions. For each trailer, trailer coach, or mobile home space setoff, pursuant to the provisions of this chapter, there shall be charged a fee of $10 per month for any space that is occupied during any portion of the month in excess of one week. The trailer park management shall be responsible to the Township of West Deptford for the payment of said fee of $10 a month for each trailer, trailer coach, or mobile home, that shall be parked in the trailer park, trailer court or mobile homes court during the previous month. All of the above-mentioned fees are to be paid in cash to the Township on a monthly basis, together with a written monthly report for the previous month concerning the occupancy of each space.
(1) 
There shall be an exemption for each trailer, trailer coach or mobile home space set off pursuant to the provisions of this chapter, in the amount of $10 for a senior citizen as provided below.
(2) 
The exemption shall only apply to a mobile home being occupied and owned by a senior citizen in the Township of West Deptford.
"Senior citizen" shall be interpreted and defined as a senior citizen who would qualify for the tax reduction program and only so long as that person would qualify for the tax reduction program in the State of New Jersey, Township of West Deptford.
A. 
Initial registration: $500.
(1) 
Prorated at $50 per month after June, $250 minimum.
A. 
Marriage license: $28.
B. 
Civil union license: $28.
C. 
Certified copies:
(1) 
Birth certificates (first copy): $20.
(2) 
Death certificates (first copy): $20.
(3) 
Domestic partnership (first copy): $20.
(4) 
Additional copies at time of application: $5.
(5) 
Homeless and veterans: first copy free.
A. 
Water/sewer connection permit and water/sewer main extension permit fees.
(1) 
Water/sewer connection applications should be accompanied with the corresponding fee as designated by the application form:
(a) 
Form A (conceptual review/will serve).
[1] 
Application fee: $250 water; $250 sewer.
[2] 
Initial review fee: $50 equivalent demand unit for water; $50 per equivalent demand unit for sewer (Review fee to be deposited in escrow for professional reviews; initial review fee will be capped at $5,000. Any fees exceeding the cap will be the responsibility of the applicant and escrow may be required to be replenished for any incurred professional fees.)
(b) 
Form B: (Reserved).
(c) 
Form C (water/sewer infrastructure approval).
[1] 
Application fees: $100 water; $100 sewer.
[2] 
Initial review fee: $50 equivalent demand unit for water; $50 per equivalent demand unit for sewer (Review fee to be deposited in escrow for professional reviews, initial review fee will be capped at $5,000. Any fees exceeding the cap will be the responsibility of the applicant and escrow may be required to be replenished for any incurred professional fees.)
(d) 
Form D (application for title transfer, dedication of public sewer and/or water systems).
[1] 
Application fees: $100 water; $100 sewer.
[2] 
Review and escrow fees. Escrow fees were previously established by the applicant. Upon Township acceptance of the system, the balance, if any, of the fee after legal and engineering vouchers have been deducted, will be returned to the applicant.
(e) 
Form E (application for connection of, an individual dwelling unit into an existing Township water and/or sewer system).
[1] 
Application: $250 total for water and/or sewer.
[2] 
Inspection: $75 water; $75 sewer.
[3] 
Performance bond or letter of credit: $5,000 water and/or sewer.
(f) 
Form F (application for connection of, an industrial/commercial unit into an existing Township water and/or sewer system).
[1] 
Application: $250 water; $250 sewer.
[2] 
Review escrow fees: $50 equivalent demand unit for water; $50 per equivalent demand unit for sewer (Review fee to be deposited in escrow for professional reviews; initial review fee will be capped at $5,000. Any fees exceeding the cap will be the responsibility of the applicant and escrow may be required to be replenished for any incurred professional fees.)
B. 
All applications for a sewer collection system shall be accompanied by a connection fee of $1,700 per residential consumer unit as shown in Subsection B(1) below or equivalent dwelling unit (EDU) as calculated under Subsection B(2) below.
(1) 
Said fees shall be computed as follows:
Type of Structure
Unit
Fee
Single-family, twin and townhouse, residential
1
$1,700
Rental or condominium apartment unit, 2 or more bedrooms
1
$1,700
Senior citizen or affordable housing unit, 1-bedroom apartments
0.5
$850
(2) 
For all nonresidential uses, projected flow will be calculated using NJDEP standards as set forth in N.J.A.C. 14A-23.3(a). Connection fee will be the single-family connection fee times the equivalent dwelling unit as determined by calculated projected demand.
(a) 
Standard flow for a residential home is 190 gpd.
(3) 
All applications for a sanitary sewer extension as required in accordance with § 132-3, Connection requirements, shall require the filing of three sets of plans and specifications to the Township Engineer for review and approval. All costs and fees associated with municipal, county, state and federal plan reviews, including approvals and inspections, shall be the responsibility of the applicant. The applicant shall also be responsible for payment of any applicable sewer application, permit and/or connection fees. In no instance shall the Department issue a sewer connection permit until concurrent approvals from state, county and federal regulatory agencies have been received by the Department, and all fees and escrow have been paid.
(4) 
Sewer collection rates as set by separate ordinance under § 132-7:
Code
Quarterly Minimum
Minimum Billing
Quarterly Rate of Excess
Yearly Rate
C-01
12,000 gal.
$159.50
$8.70 per 1,000 gallons
$638
R-01
$159.50 (per unit)
$638
R-02
$46.25 (per classroom)
$185
R-03
$46.25 (per unit)
$185
R-04*
$209.50
$838
NOTES:
* With sump pump
R: Residential
C: Commercial
C. 
Water fees and charges. The following fees and charges are herewith established:
(1) 
Connection fees are determined as follows:
(a) 
Said fees shall be computed as follows:
Type of Structure
Unit
Fee
Single-family, twin and townhouse, residential
1
$3,500
Rental or condominium apartment unit, 2 or more bedrooms
1
$3,500
Senior citizen or affordable housing unit, 1-bedroom apartments
0.5
$1,750
(b) 
For all nonresidential uses, Projected demand should be calculated in conformance with either NJDEP standards [N.J.A.C. 7:10-12.2(a)6] or Residential Site Improvement Standards (R.S.I.S., N.J.A.C. 5:21-5.2, Table 1). Connection fee will be the single-family connection fee times the equivalent domestic consumer unit as determined by calculated projected demand.
(c) 
Water meter installation fees.
[1] 
The following fees shall be charged for approved meters to be furnished and installed, and annexed, by the water utility:
Size of Meter
(inches)
Connection Fee
1
$1,700
[2] 
For meters greater than one inch, the charge shall be computed on the basis of the cost of the meter plus a 20% surcharge.
(2) 
All applications for a water extension as required in accordance with § 132-3, Connection requirements, shall require the filing of eight sets of plans and specifications to the Township Engineer for review and approval. All costs and fees associated with municipal, county, state and federal plan reviews, including approvals and inspections, shall be the responsibility of the applicant. The applicant shall also be responsible for the payment of any applicable water connection application, permit and/or connection fees. In no instance shall the Department issue a water connection permit until concurrent approvals from state, county and federal regulatory agencies have been received by the Department, and all fees and escrow have been paid.
(3) 
Water billing rates as set by ordinance under § 163-9:
Code
Meter Size
Quarterly Minimum
Quarterly Minimum Billing
Per 1,000 Gallons
C-01 and R-01
Any
9,000 gal
$21.45
$8.42 (9,001 to 54,500 gal)
$10.34 (54,501 to 100,000 gal)
$12.38 (over 100,000 gal)
Unmetered R-01 (bulk sale)
Any
None
None
$8.42 (actual use)
Temporary bulk sale
Any
None
None
Administration fee: $100
$8.42 (actual use)
Fire protection fee
Any
None
Yearly Fee
4" pipe, $100
6" pipe, $200
8" pipe, $400
10" pipe, $600
12" pipe, $900
NOTES:
R
Residential
C
Commercial
(a) 
Unmetered R-01: Unmetered residential units shall include but not be limited to apartments, condominiums, townhouses, and other multitenant dwellings, which are not individually metered, but where the entire building or complex has been metered.
(4) 
Discontinuance and restoration of service.
(a) 
Request of the property owner.
[1] 
During normal business hours: no charge.
[2] 
After Township business hours: $150 each.
(b) 
Discontinuance by Township.
[1] 
During normal business hours: $50 each.
[2] 
After Township business hours: $150 each.
(c) 
Emergency shutoff: no charge.
[1] 
To stop destruction of property and/or to mitigate a threat to health and safety.
(d) 
The Township reserves the right to waive any service discontinuance or restoration fee at its sole discretion.
(5) 
Hydrant opening permit fee.
(a) 
This fee shall be paid in advance of permit issuance.
(6) 
Frozen meter charge.
(a) 
Whenever the Department shall replace a meter which has been frozen, a fee of the actual cost of the replacement meter and associated labor at a rate of $50 per hour with a one-hour minimum.
Cellular and other wireless service providers desiring to utilize West Deptford Water Towers and other elevated structures will be required to post a $5,000 escrow for professional services associated with the evaluation of attachments, construction and other matters deemed necessary by the Township.