Change in Residential Property Sale Inspection Requirements
Please be advised that, effective January 1, 2026, Hopewell Township, Cumberland County will no longer require local Certificate of Occupancy (CO) or Smoke Certification inspections in connection with the sale of residential properties.
Notwithstanding the above, compliance inspections for smoke detectors, carbon monoxide (CO) detectors, and 911 house numbering remain mandatory and must be completed satisfactorily prior to the closing of title.
Effective January 1, 2026, these required inspections will be administered by the City of Bridgeton Fire Department Fire Marshall’s Office. All inspections must be scheduled and successfully completed no less than 10 days prior to the anticipated closing date.
Detailed information regarding inspection requirements, procedures, and applicable fees is available on the City of Bridgeton’s official website. For the convenience of the public, the website link is provided below:
http://www.bridgetonfire.com/uniform-fire-code
All property owners, purchasers, sellers, and real estate professionals are strongly encouraged to review this information carefully to ensure full compliance and to avoid any potential delays in the closing process.
Respectfully,
Hopewell Township, Cumberland County
Zoning/Housing Department
(856) 455-1230