All Forum Posts by: Jehn Gir

Thanks for the reply and that link from the Jersey City! Appreciated.

Hello

Trying to do gut renovation first time. Bought an old property (in NJ) with one existing floor. Got an architect to design a   complete renovation inside and add a new floor. It was approved by the city and a building permit issued in Oct 2024. We started construction - the building frame is up and now I get a stop work order from city. They are saying I lack a zoning permit!! I obviously didn't realize I needed a zoning permit (since I'm building on existing foundation). Also, I'm not sure why they approved my plans and asking for a zoning permit now :(  They are asking for architectural plan of the old structure - I'm not sure if my architect has it. What if my architect doesn't have it? Or if he is not responsive? What are my options now? Any advice would be appreciated.