PSE&G is working in Somerville to replace gas mains and services. This work is Phase 1 of a 10-12 month gas construction project. All crews will first finish installing new mains and then proceed to connect service lines. Expect an increase in traffic, loud noise, and presence of heavy equipment and machinery in these areas. All...
Permits You need a zoning permit and the following types of construction permits, depending on the nature of your project: Electrical: May be required if electric service cannot be provided without the use of an extension cord. Plumbing: Required if the pool will have a gas heating device or is in ground. Building: Required if...
Permits For a shed or detached garage project of any size, you need a zoning permit. You need a construction permit if: Area of the structure exceeds 200 square feet Structure is greater than 10 feet in height Structure has any utilities A fine (up to $2,000) may be issued to any person performing work...
Permits A permit is not required for the construction of any fence that is 4 feet or less in height. For a fence taller than 4 feet, you will need a Zoning permit A fine (up to $2,000) may be issued to any person performing work without the necessary permits. Rules and requirements Height is the...
Permits For a deck project of any size, you need: Zoning permit Construction permit A fine (up to $2,000) may be issued to any person performing work without the necessary permits. Rules and requirements Decks are not permitted in the front yard The area of the deck, when added to the existing improvement coverage on...
About the Mayor and Council The Council consists of 6 members. The Mayor serves as the chair of the Council meeting and is the 7th member of the Governing Body. The Mayor’s roles and responsibilities are defined by Borough Ordinance. The Borough has ordinances that also define the role of the Borough Council. Meeting schedule...
The Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment have requirements identified in the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law (MLUL), N.J.S.A. 40:55D et. seq. This law provides the procedures in which New Jersey land use proceedings shall take place. All approvals and denials are subject to challenge, therefore following the procedure is vital to the...
You can now collect leaves in paper bags. Call the Department of Public Works (DPW) at (908) 704-7195 to request pickup at the curb. You can also drop-off leaves in paper bags at the DPW dumpster at 32 5th Street, from: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday Curbside leaf pickup, by vacuum trucks,...
New Jersey American Water (NJAW) completed the acquisition of the borough's sewer system on Wednesday, October 3. In October 2023, NJAW will start transitioning customers to monthly billing for wastewater services. Please note that the Borough of Somerville cannot accept payments on behalf of NJAW. Questions NJ American Water Customer Support 1-800-272-1325 Monday through Friday...
Date and time: 2022-12-07 12:00 amLocation: Recreation Committee meeting: December 7, 2022Department: Recreation Committee meeting: December 7, 2022Date and time: 2022-12-07 07:00 pmLocation: Somerville Board of EdDepartment: Recreation Committee meeting: December 7, 2022Date and time: 2022-12-07 07:00 pmLocation: Somerville Board of EdDepartment: Recreation Committee meeting: December 7, 2022
