Berkeley Heights, MT · Union County

No notary required

Application to Operate a Kennel, Pet Shop, Shelter or Pound

This application is for owners seeking a Berkeley Heights license to operate a kennel, pet shop, shelter or pound.

What this form is

The Township uses this application to review a proposed or existing kennel, pet shop, shelter or pound before issuing a license. It asks for owner and establishment details, operating hours, license purpose, animal capacity and a sketch or general description of the premises. Floor plans must be submitted and approved by the Health Official before inspection, and a satisfactory inspection is required before a license can be issued.

Who needs it

Owners seeking a Berkeley Heights license to operate a kennel, pet shop, shelter or pound should complete and submit this application.

How to submit it

Return the completed application and documentation with a $100 check payable to Township of Berkeley Heights to the Board of Health, Township of Berkeley Heights, 29 Park Avenue, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; it does not mention any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the application to operate a kennel, pet shop, shelter or pound.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide owner and establishment details, license purpose, operating hours, animal capacity and a premises sketch or description.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Materials

    Include documentation and a $100 check payable to Township of Berkeley Heights. Submit floor plans for review and approval before inspection.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Board Of Health

    Return the application and materials to the Board of Health at 29 Park Avenue, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922.

Frequently asked questions

Who uses the kennel, pet shop, shelter or pound application?
Owners seeking a Township license to operate a kennel, pet shop, shelter or pound use this application.
What must accompany the application?
The form requests documentation and a $100 check payable to Township of Berkeley Heights. Floor plans must be submitted for Health Official review and approval before inspection.
Do I need a notary for the kennel or pet shop application?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not mention an attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How do I submit the application?
Return the completed application and documentation with a $100 check to the Board of Health, Township of Berkeley Heights, 29 Park Avenue, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922.

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