OPRA Property Due Diligence for New Jersey Realtors
Realtors, title agents, and attorneys use OPRA to surface open permits, unresolved code violations, and certificate of occupancy history before closing. NJ OPRA Portal files those requests with the municipality for free.
Pre-closing records checklist
- Open and closed building permits for the property address
- Certificate of Occupancy and Certificate of Continued Occupancy history
- Open code violations and zoning enforcement notices
- Municipal liens and property tax assessment records
- Fire and health inspection reports