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City Hall is closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 in honor of Presidents’ Day.

All new Inspection Request Forms must be filed under the most current Construction Codes adopted by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJ DCA).  For more information, view NJ DCA Code and Regulations. All inspection requests must be submitted digitally or in writing 5:23-2.18(c) at least 24 hours prior to the requested inspection date.

Linden residents may now make their inspection requests using the following online form.

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Linden’s Fire Department successfully extinguished a horrific fire this morning, which took place on Gesner Street earlier this morning. The fire is out at this time. Specific information as to circumstances that led to the fire and other details are not currently available due to an ongoing investigation. The home has been secured, and is currently listed as an unsafe structure not fit for occupancy until properly remediated, which based on the damage is likely to be extensive.

“What happened this morning is just absolutely dreadful,” said Mayor Derek Armstead. “Thankfully, due to the fast response time provided by our Fire Department, I am pleased to report that this fire claimed no lives.” 

While fighting the fire, one of Linden’s bravest almost fell through the second floor of the structure. An initial visual inspection of the interior obtained anonymously indicates that certain critical supporting physical structures were removed, including the staircase to the second floor and possibly supporting beams. “We are aware that the home in question had electrical work and construction work for which there are no permits on file,” said Mayor Armstead. 

This is deeply concerning, as this illegal work may very well prove to be responsible for creating this disaster in which a firefighter could have been severely injured, or even lost his or her life.” said Mayor Armstead. “While we will get to the bottom of this once the Fire Department has completed their investigation, the most important thing here is to not make the same mistake twice. Let me make myself perfectly clear; the City of Linden will not tolerate the violation of any construction, fire, zoning or planning board regulations, which are designed to preserve and protect property and lives,” said Mayor Armstead.

The Gentlemen of Soul – Earth, Wind and Fire Tribute on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 will be the last concert of the season. Don’t miss it!

The 2022 Linden Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Mayor Derek Armstead, the Linden City Council, the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Department of Buildings and Grounds. To view and/or download the 2022 Summer Concert Series flyer with complete concert schedule, click here.

• What: R&B music.
• When: Tuesday September 27th, 2022. Doors open at 7pm, and the concert is from 7:30pm until 9pm.
• Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue, Linden NJ 07036. In the event of inclement weather, please call (908) 474-8604 after 4pm for the status of the concert. The concert may be relocated to the John T Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street, Linden NJ 07036.
• How: Free event. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional seating available for lawn chairs as space permits.

• Where: Linden City Hall, located at 300 North Wood Avenue.
• When: Saturday, May 14th, 2022 at 1pm.

Events include picture display, calligraphy, culture show, paper cutting and Tea Ceremony. Click here to view and/or download the flyer for this event.

• Where: Reformed Church, located at 600 North Wood Avenue
• When: December 10, 2022 from 6pm until 7:30pm

Call (908) 486-3714 with any questions.