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.
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
Meetings are held at 21 Water Street, Milford, NJ 08848
Formal Action may or may not be taken.
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
Most Frequently Asked Zoning Questions:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
