General Information

The purpose of zoning is to establish a pattern of use for lands and buildings within the township. Our zoning and land use ordinance is pursuant to the Municipal Land Use Law NJSA 40:55D et seq.

A zoning permit is required when applying for any new construction, alteration, change in use, and/or accessory structure. It is impotant that the applicant plan ahead; and when applying for a zoning permit, obtain and bring along a scaled, accurate plot plan or survey of the property in question. The applicant may complete the one-page application at the zoning office. If all items are in order, the zoning officer will issue a zoning clearance, which allows the applicant to apply for a building permit. The fee for a zoning permit is $25.00.

Applications/Forms

Zoning Permit