Township Departments
Building & Zoning Enforcement - Zoning FAQ

Q. Do I need a permit for a garage sale?

A. Yes. Ordinance #110, Section 3.13 requires a permit for a garage sale. Two (2) permits are allowed per household per year. Each permit has duration of no longer than nine (9) consecutive days. Permits may be obtained at the Clerk’s office or download one from the Clerk’s Department section.

Q. What happens if I choose not to maintain vegetation on my property?

A. Ordinance #114 – Noxious Weeds states all grasses and weeds must be no longer than 8”. The obligation of the owner or occupant of any property in the Township to cut down, remove or destroy any grass, weeds, shrubs, bushes or brush shall extend to the center of the road fronting on the property of such owner or occupant. The cost of cutting will be assessed to the owner of any property and shall be included on your tax statement.

Q. When should I put out my trash?

A. Ordinance #54-6 states that garbage may be put out no earlier than 5:00 P.M. on the day preceding the day of pickup. All containers must be removed by 8:00 P.M. on the day of pickup.

Q. What is the new ordinance regarding parking recreation vehicles at my home?

A. Ordinance #121 in essence states that any recreational vehicle described as a snowmobile, boat trailer, utility trailer, motor home or any other recreational vehicle shall not be parked in the front or side set back requirement of any home. RV’s, when allowed, must be parked on an approved surface such as concrete, asphalt, crushed concrete or stone.

Q. Can I park my car for sale on the lot at the end of my street?

A. Ordinance #18-159 states that no vehicles can be parked for sale on vacant or community property unless that property has been specifically zoned and has site plan approval and with the property owners permission.