PSE&G started Phase 1 of a gas construction project in March 2023. Crews are working in Somerville to replace aging cast iron gas pipes with new, durable plastic and/or coated steel piping. The gas main replacement and services portion of the work is expected to be completed by the winter of 2025. What you need...
Lead service lines were banned by Congress in 1986, but there may be some lead lines still in use. New Jersey American Water (NJAW) is planning to replace all lead and galvanized water service lines by 2031. Learn more about the program. Replacement process The water provided by NJAW continues to meet state and federal...
Visit the FEMA flood map website for flood information and mapping zones. Create a FIRMette A Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) is an official flood map used in the National Flood Insurance Program. A FIRMette is a full scale section of a FIRM that you create yourself. You can prepare a letter-size FIRMette showing the...
If you need to do construction work under a public street, you need a public grounds opening permit. Need to know Cost: $100 application fee, non-refundable Maintenance guarantee Not allowed, unless previously authorized: Temporary repair completed the same day of the opening Steel plates Other methods of maintaining a road opening overnight Before you start...
If you need to block or build a new sidewalk, you need a sidewalk obstruction permit. Need to know Application cost is $10. If the sidewalk is within the Special Improvement District, you need to use brick pavers. If the sidewalk is within the Bluestone Protection Area, you need to replace it with bluestone, not concrete....
If you own a residential property, you can repair, replace, or install sidewalks at bulk quantity rates. Under the Voluntary Sidewalk Improvement Program, you can: Replace all or part of an existing public sidewalk or driveway apron Install a new public sidewalk where none currently exists Reset or replace bluestone sidewalks Need to know Only...
The Borough of Somerville's Clean Communities program is part of a statewide strategy to clean and prevent litter on: Streets Beaches Waterways Parks Recreation sites Vacant lots Clean Communities grant funding is used for educational programs, supporting clean up events and implementing adopt-a-road and mini-grant programs. Join us at the next cleanup event Join other...
Human activity is largely responsible for stormwater pollution. Everything we put on the ground or into the storm drain can end up in our water. Each of us has a responsibility to make sure these contaminants stay out of our water. Pollution on streets and chemicals from our lawns enter into storm drains when it...
Streetlight and power outages To report a problem with a streetlight or a power outage, call 1-800-436-PSEG (7734) or visit the PSE&G Outage Center. Sign up for PSEG "My Alerts" text REG to 4PSEG (47734). Have your account number available.
When it snows, you need to remove your cars from the streets so we can plow, salt, and sand the roads. This keeps them safe for traffic and emergency vehicles. When roads are covered in snow Move your car into your driveway so it is not on the road If you do not have a...
We collects trees and branches year-round, except during the leaf season in November. Schedule Pickup is on Monday, Tuesday and Friday Check the chipper route to see when the chipper will be on your street All branches must be placed at the curb by 7 am Not allowed No stumps or logs larger than 12-inches...
Every year we improve roadways in Somerville. Find out what projects we're doing this year. Timelines are subject to change. We update this information quarterly and as construction dates are confirmed. This information was last updated on November 22, 2023. Current projects PSE&G gas pipe upgrades and street paving will continue in 2024 Pocket Park...
Items you can bring Newspaper Magazines Junk mail & other paper Corrugated cardboard Household batteries Phone books Glass bottles & jars Plastic bottles (#1&2) Aluminum, steel & bi-metal cans Textiles Antifreeze Scrap metal (anything made from metal except refrigerators or air conditioners) Used oil & oil filters, tires
The Somerset County Recycling Division collects recycling. Residential recycling is collected every other Wednesday. Commercial recycling is collected weekly in the business district. Put your buckets and totes out the night before your pickup day. 2024 Schedule Residential Month Days January 10, 24 February 7, 21 March 6, 20 April 3, 17 May 1, 15, 29...
Businesses and institutions, including multifamily housing owners, need to report the weight of recycling materials collected on their premises every year. Need to know Deadline is March 1 This is required by law Before you start You need to report the tonnage for the previous calendar year, from January 1 to December 31. If you...
You need a land disturbance permit if you are doing excavation or fill work. There are 2 applications: Preliminary application Final application Need to know There is no cost for the preliminary application Cost is $100 for final application (non-refundable) Before you start Prepare these materials to include with the preliminary application. Steps Preliminary application...
If you need to use a construction dumpster in the public right of way, you need a dumpster permit. Need to know Cost: $50 for 10 days $100, if it blocks parking meters If you need it more than 10 days, there are additional fees. Your dumpster cannot exceed 30 cubic yards Before you start...
