Do I need a notary for the Zoning Permit Application?

No. This application is signed and dated without a notary, and the form does not identify any attachment or related step as notarized or sworn.

How do I submit the Zoning Permit Application?

Submit it in person to the Zoning Office or mail it to the Zoning Officer at 286-B Route 46, Great Meadows, NJ 07838.

What materials should I include with the application?

The form lists a site plan or property survey, a to-scale sketch showing structures and setbacks, and engineering approval if applicable. Building or floor plans are required for new homes, offices, and additions.

Does a new business or change of use need another application?

Yes. The application states that new businesses or changes of use require an additional application obtained from the Zoning Office.

Independence Township, MT · Warren County

No notary required

Zoning Permit Application

Independence Township property owners and applicants use this application to request zoning review for a proposed structure, property change, or use.

What this form is

This application lets a person intending to change a use or erect, construct, reconstruct, or convert a structure ask the Zoning Officer whether the activity complies with municipal development ordinances and needs further review. It requests applicant and property details, the proposed structure or use, dimensions, height, cost, and setbacks. Include the listed plans or survey when applicable; the form notes that new businesses or changes of use need an additional application.

Who needs it

People proposing a property use change or construction, reconstruction, or conversion of a structure may apply to the Zoning Officer for a permit.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application and listed materials to the Zoning Office in person or by mail to Attn: Zoning Officer, Independence Township, 286-B Route 46, Great Meadows, NJ 07838.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form does not identify any attachment or related step as notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Zoning Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant and property information, describe the proposed structure or use, and enter dimensions, height, cost, and setbacks.
3
Gather Supporting Materials
Include the applicable site plan or property survey, to-scale sketch, engineering approval, and building or floor plans listed on the form.
4
Submit To The Zoning Office
Submit the application in person or mail it to the Zoning Officer at 286-B Route 46, Great Meadows, NJ 07838.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Zoning Permit Application?: No. This application is signed and dated without a notary, and the form does not identify any attachment or related step as notarized or sworn.
How do I submit the Zoning Permit Application?: Submit it in person to the Zoning Office or mail it to the Zoning Officer at 286-B Route 46, Great Meadows, NJ 07838.
What materials should I include with the application?: The form lists a site plan or property survey, a to-scale sketch showing structures and setbacks, and engineering approval if applicable. Building or floor plans are required for new homes, offices, and additions.
Does a new business or change of use need another application?: Yes. The application states that new businesses or changes of use require an additional application obtained from the Zoning Office.

Need something notarized?

This Zoning Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Independence Township form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.