ZONING / PLANNING BOARD
Zoning Officer
Sara Knies 908-995-4323 x2004
Please call or email with questions.
Hours: by appointment
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Public Notices
Meetings are held at the Milford Fire Department, 21 Water Street, Milford, NJ 08848. Formal Action may or may not be taken.
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Meeting Schedule for 2026 The Planning Board meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM. Below is the schedule for the year:
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January 28, 2026
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February 25, 2026
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March 25, 2026
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April 22, 2026
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May 27, 2026
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June 24, 2026
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July 22, 2026
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August 26, 2026
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September 23, 2026
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October 28, 2026
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November 25, 2026
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December 23, 2026
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Meetings are held at 21 Water Street, Milford, NJ 08848
Formal Action may or may not be taken.
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Submitted by:
Sara Knies
Planning Board Clerk
This office is charged with administrating and enforcing the Code of the Borough of Milford. Please contact this office regarding the proposed:
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Land Use & Commercial Use Questions
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Zoning Regulation and Local Laws for the Borough of Milford
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Subdivisions
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Lot-line re-alignments
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Site Plans/Amended Site Plans
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Special Use Permits
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Grading Permits
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Temporary Outdoor Sales/ Promotional Events Permits
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Sign permits
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Most Frequently Asked Zoning Questions:
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What are my setback requirements?
Depends on the zone you are in. Setback requirements also differ regarding whether you are constructing a principal dwelling/addition or a separate free-standing accessory structure.
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Do I need a permit for a shed?
Yes. A zoning permit shall be required for all pool permits and shed permits in all zones.
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Can I subdivide my property?
Only if you have enough property to create lots that will meet all the minimum bulk requirements in your particular zone.
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Do you have a survey of my property?
Rarely, unless a home was built very recently and the Building Department has an as-built survey on file.
​Do I need a permit for a fence?
Yes. Zoning permits are required for all fences regardless of height. Any fences over 6' in height also require a Construction Permit.
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Do I need a permit to run a business out of my house?
Only if what is proposed meets the definition of a “Home Occupation.” Some uses, such as “Home Office,” are permitted but require a Special Use Permit and Site Plan approval from the Planning Board.
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Why wasn’t I notified that my neighbor is building a house, pool, deck, etc.?
No notification is made unless the proposed structure requires a Variance or a Special Use Permit. Then the abutting and adjoining neighbors are notified before a public hearing on the matter. You may wish to view this website monthly for agendas for the Planning Board for more information.
