The Township prepared this booklet, 'Working with our Planning and Zoning Boards - A Guide to our Permit Process' to guide individuals and commercial entities through the process of applying for permits and preparing for hearings with our Planning and/or Zoning Boards. Get the Application For Certified Property Owners Lists here. Fee: $10.00 for up to 40 names, $0.25 each name thereafter. Provide Certified Property Owners ListsĬertified Property Owners Lists are generated for use in applications to the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Wetlands/Stream Encroachment Department. Assistance in interpreting the maps is available.

Topographic maps, aerial photographs, tax maps, and filed subdivision maps are also available for review. The Engineering Division will review the location of a property in conjunction with the Federal Emergency Management Flood Insurance Rate Maps to determine if the property is in a flood zone and if so, which zone. Telephone: (609) 844-7084 Assistance to the General Public James Parvesse, P.E., C.M.E., Municipal Engineer The Municipal Engineer serves as the Zoning Officer and reviews all residential and commercial zoning permit applications. The Municipal Engineer also serves as the Zoning Officer and reviews all residential and commercial zoning permit applications. The tax maps, geographic information system, flood zone maps and general engineering records are maintained in the department.

The Department also manages, supervises and inspects the construction of both public and private improvements within the Township.

The Department implements the annual Capital Improvement Program, as authorized and funded by Council, by planning and prioritizing needs, obtaining grants for project funding, collecting information and preparing plans and specifications for the construction of various public projects.

Township Council Lawrence Township operates under the Council/ Manager form of government and has done so since 1970. Under this form, the major duties of government are allocated as follows: Lawrence Township Elected Officials ( to view an individual's bio click on their picture or name)Ĭlick here to access the Township Council Agendas and Minutes.The Engineering, Planning & Zoning Department provides review of development applications for the Planning and Zoning Boards, technical assistance to other departments, and general assistance in interpreting zoning requirements, guidelines and maps for the public.

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