Code Enforcement, Zoning, Planning and
Health Officer
The Code Enforcement Officer handles property complaints and plan reviews and
issues building permits. The office is responsible for new construction, including site
plan development of both commercial and residential properties.
In Stroudsburg Borough, persons moving into a commercial or
residential dwelling must obtain a certificate of occupancy. This is done to ensure public
safety and for the municipality's planning goals. For more information on obtaining
certificate of occupancy or other permit information, contact the Code Enforcement
Officer.
Permits are required for the following:
For all signs
Fences
Occupancy of a building - Permits are required for each new occupant or tenant of a
structure. This is the property owner's responsibility
Installation of furnaces/air conditioners
Accessory buildings
Additions or remodeling other than non-structural repairs
Alarm systems
Home -based businesses
Solicitation - All solicitors must have permits with proper identification.
Swimming pools - Permits are required for construction of pools in and above the ground.
They must be fenced.
Before starting any construction, contact the Code Enforcement Office.
Annual licenses are required for all eating and drinking establishments.
See Schedule of Permits and Fees for amount of fees.
To serve residents and meet the Borough's growth potential,
the hours of the Zoning and Codes Enforcement Office are 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. - Monday
through Friday.
Permits for residential parking are administered through
Stroudsburg Borough in its Ticketing Department.
Zoning Hearing Board
The Zoning Hearing Board hears appeals of the zoning officers decision, requests for
variances and special exceptions. Stroudsburg Borough has a 3 member Zoning Hearing Board.
The board meets at 4:30 pm on the third Wednesday of each month in the council chambers.
Planning Commission
Stroudsburg Borough has a 9 member Planning Commission.
They meet at 7:30 pm on the second Monday of each month in the Council Chambers.
The Planning Commission reviews subdivision and land
development applications, special exception and variance applications, projecting signs
and ordinance revisions.
Health Officer
Stroudsburg Borough has a Health Officer who has the
responsibility to conduct sanitation inspections and investigations throughout the Borough
of Stroudsburg.
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