Department of Health 215 State Street Hackensack, New Jersey 07601 Tel:  201 646-3965 Fax: 201 646-3989

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I purchase a certified copy of a birth record, a marriage record or a death record?
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2. How do I apply for a marriage license?
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3. How do I apply for a civil union license?
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4. How do I license my cat or dog or renew a pet license?
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5. What do I need to open a new business in Hackensack?
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6. What do I need to do if I am purchasing an existing business in Hackensack?
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7. How do I renew my health department business license?
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8. How do I make a complaint about a health hazard?
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9. How do I report an animal bite?
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10. How do I find out about available clinic services?
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11. How do I properly dispose of household hazardous waste? Click here for answer and instructions. http://www.njhazwaste.com/berhome.htm 
    
    Household Hazardous Waste Disposal: http://bcua.org/files/2008%20HHW%20flyer.pdf