Zoning Office

West Amwell Township

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Zoning Permit Self-Service Portal

The township has instituted a Permit Self-Service Portal to check the status of your Zoning Permit application and obtain Zoning Permits for your property. The CPSS Portal is available for residents and contractors. Applications CANNOT be made via the portal at this time.

After creating an account as a user you can:

Access property history
Track Applications
Obtain issued and denied Zoning Permits

We encourage all permit holders to go on the CPSS Portal and register for an account.

Please click here to enter CPSS Portal.

WHEN ARE PERMITS REQUIRED?

Zoning Permits are generally required for most modifications on a property except for routine property maintenance operations. Common activities requiring Zoning Permits include:

Installing an Above or In Ground Pool
Constructing/Installing an Accessory Structure (Shed, Gazebo, Garage or Barn)
Installing/Replacing a Generator, A/C Condenser, Fuel Storage Tank
Installing a Fence
Installing a Solar Array, both Roof and Ground Mounted Systems
Installing a Patio, Walkway, Driveway or other Impervious Surface
Constructing a Finished Basement
Expanding/Modifying established uses within an existing Residence or Business
Changing a Use within an Existing Building / Tenant Space
Conducting a Temporary Activity (typically related to nonresidential uses and block parties)