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Building Permit Information

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1. What steps are involved in the Construction Permit Process?

The Uniform Construction Code (UCC) provides a specific process for construction permits. This process is illustrated on the UCC-Construction Process Flowchart (PDF).

2. When do you require a building permit?

Building permits must be obtained from the Montville Construction Department before making any changes to a building. For a list of changes that require a permit view the Building Changes Permits page.

3. When don't you require a building permit?

View a list of situations when you need to obtain a building permit first on the Building Permit Required page.

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Housing

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1. How do I know if I qualify for affordable housing?

Check COAH’s Affordable Housing Regional Income Limit Guide for Morris County. The Council of Affordable Housing releases the regional income limits for the entire state by income and family size. If your total income is over the number indicated, you go up to the next category. If you are over the moderate-income category then you do not qualify for affordable housing.

2. Can you tell me what number I am on the waiting list?

No. Due to the large volume of names on the various waiting lists, we no longer give out the number assigned to your name. This office will contact you when you name comes up within top 15 of pre-certified candidates or if it is a rental, Rachel Gardens Marketing Offices will call you to come in for a financial certification interview.

3. How long will it be before I get called?

Nothing new has been approved and/or under construction. Based on past history, we get numerous resale requests yearly. Manyof these units are certified as senior citizen units only (62 + older) or one-bedroom moderate units. It’s infrequent that we get in a 2 or 3-bedroom low household resale. This type of home is the most commonly requested.

4. Once you own a single-family condo, are we required to continue to be monitored by Township Housing to maintain income qualified certification after closing?

You must be income certified to own a unit. The financial data in this process is extensive Once certified and an owner, this is your home no different than any other single family dwelling, and we do not monitor your income. We do monitor illegal use and/or violations of sale, Housing Agreements and/or Rules and Regulations and Ordinances of the Township.

5. With households filing taxes through e-filing, we are having trouble getting copies of tax returns. How can we get copies of e-filed tax returns?

According to the IRS website, transcripts of previously filed tax returns can be ordered by completing a Form 4506-T or calling 800-829-1040 and following the prompts in the recorded message. There is no charge for the transcript and you should receive it in 10 business days from the time they receive your request. Tax return transcripts are generally available for the current and past three years.

6. Are there any potential issues with selling or renting to a separated family that has a divorce pending?

Yes, until a divorce is finalized, a spouse can make claim on a residence purchased or rented by the other spouse. Until a divorce is finalized, it is suggested these types of cases be put on hold.

7. How can income eligibility be established for someone that may have been out of work for two years, but had a job during the most recent tax year?

As long as the applicant is currently employed, a series of consecutive pay stubs (at least 3 months) can be used to establish the income of an applicant in this or similar situations.

8. An applicant household has a daughter that has room and board at her college. Can they request a unit that is large enough for her to have a bedroom when she is at home?

Yes. If the household has a student away at college who is still claimed as a dependent and maintains the parents’ address as a legal address, the student should be counted in the household size.

9. What do I need to know if I am interested in selling my single-family affordable housing unit?

You must notify the Housing Administrator of your intent to sell at which time the pricing of the house will be established and sent to you. Once received, you execute this letter of agreement and return it to the Housing Office. Upon receipt, the top pre-certified prioritized candidates would be contacted with your information. The Housing Office coordinates the entire resale process thru contract, mortgage and closing.

10. How is a resale price calculated?

Calculating the maximum resale price (MRP) for an ownership unit  is done by the State Regulated COAH Calculator.

11. If I am successful in obtaining a resale unit, how long is the home deed restricted for?

The deed restriction is 30 years from the date of the execution of the Affordable Housing Agreement which document is recorded with the deed. The date of the closing is used as the starting point.

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Public Works / Water & Sewer

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1. When can I sprinkle my lawn?

There are guidelines to follow for the North and the South area of Montville. For our guidelines and our sprinkling schedule visit the Sprinklers page.

2. How do I landscape for water conservation?

Xeriscaping is landscaping for water conservation. The greatest waste of water in New Jersey is watering grass. Most of us do not need as much grass as we have. Less grass means less work, and conserves more water. For additional information view the Conservation Landscaping page.

3. What types of landscaping plants are drought resistant?

For a list of trees, evergreens, and shrubs view page 29 of the Choose Plants That Are Native to the Area (PDF).

4. What is Xeriscaping?

Xeriscaping is landscaping for water conservation. The greatest waste of water in New Jersey is watering grass. Most of us do not need as much grass as we have. Less grass means less work, and conserves more water. For additional details view the Conservation Landscaping page.

5. Who do I contact for billing questions?

For contact information view the Water and Sewer page.

6. How much does it cost to connect to public water or sewer?

For connection fees for both public water and sewer in Montville, view the rates and payment page.

7. How do I pay my water or sewer bill?

There are multiple ways you can pay your water and sewer bill, in-person, 24-hour drop-off box, by mail, and online. For additional details please view the rates and payment page.

8. Am I entitled to discounts?

Find out if you qualify for a water and sewer discount on the rates and payment page.

9. Where does Montville Township get water?

Over 90% of Montville's drinking water supply originates from the crystal-clear Towaco Valley Aquifer. For additional information view the drinking water page.

10. Are we in a drought?

A drought is a long period of time without precipitation, to see our current drought condition resource on the drought page.

11. How do I report water violations?

If you need to report a water violation contact Sara Heddy.

12. What can I do to conserve water?

Test your water conservation knowledge by reading through our facts and tips on the conservation and education page.

13. What is Every Drop Counts?

EVERY DROP COUNTS is a water conservation education program that encourages students, teachers, families, and residents to conserve water. To learn more view the Every Drop Counts page.

14. How do I read my water meter?

our water meter can be a useful tool in the effort to increase water efficiency in your home. To learn how to read your meter view our water meter page.

15. How do I fill my pool?

For a list of pool guidelines and regulations you need to follow to assist with water conservation, view the Pools page.

16. I am selling my home, how do I get my final bill?

If you are selling your home, you will need to provide some information to the Montville Water and Sewer Department three days in advance of the sale and the final bill will be provided to your attorney. For additional details view the final bill page.

17. I am purchasing a home, how do I arrange for service?

If you are purchasing a home that has our service, please provide the Montville Water and Sewer Department with the some information three days in advance of the closing. For a list of information we need please view the arrange for service page.

18. How can I safely dispose of household items that may be harmful to the environment?

To learn how to get rid of your harmful household waste properly visit our waste water page.

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Rates & Payment

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1. I am selling my home, how do I get my final bill?

If you are selling your home, you will need to provide some information to the Montville Water and Sewer Department three days in advance of the sale and the final bill will be provided to your attorney. For additional details view the final bill page.

2. I am purchasing a home, how do I arrange for service?

If you are purchasing a home that has our service, please provide the Montville Water and Sewer Department with some information three days in advance of the closing. For a list of information we need please view the arrange for service page.

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Residents

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1. If there is a fire or a medical emergency who do I call?

Call 911 for all emergencies.

2. Where can I obtain a copy of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection Consumer Confidence Report showing the status of Montville Township's public water supply?

You can find the all our Consumer Confidence Report online. Here you can find the most recent Consumer Confidence Report (PDF).

3. When does my garbage and recycling get picked up?

Please refer to the Garbage and Recycling page.

4. Do I live in Montville Township if my mailing address is Towaco, Pine Brook or Boonton?

The Township of Montville is a legally incorporated municipality comprised of the three historically separate villages of Montville, Towaco and Pine Brook. Post office addresses are zip code based and used for postal services. If you send your children to the Montville Township Schools, pay property taxes to the Township of Montville, receive police protection from the Montville Township Police Department and fire protection services from either the Montville, Towaco or Pine Brook Fire Departments, you live in Montville Township. Free maps of the Township are available in the Municipal Building at 195 Changebridge Road.

5. Is public water and sewer available in Montville Township?

Public water is supplied to approximately 6,000 Montville homes. Public sewer is supplied to approximately 6,500 homes. If you are not currently hooked into the Township's water and/or sewer and would like to find out how you might obtain these services, contact the Water and Sewer Department at 973-331-3330.

6. How do I register to vote?

In order to be eligible to vote in a Board of Education, Primary, or General election, you must be registered 29 days prior to the election date. View the Register to Vote page.

7. How do I make a request for a police record?

Procedures for making requests for Police Records or obtaining a Firearms Identification Card, a Permit to Purchase a Handgun, a Permit to Carry a Firearm, changing the address or replacing a Firearm Identification Card can by found on the Police Department Records Page.

8. How do I report a street light outage?

To report a street light outage, call First Energy / JCP&L at 888-544-4877. Ninety nine percent of the street lights in the Township are maintained by First Energy / JCP&L. If the light that is out is not one maintained by First Energy / JCP&L, you will be directed where to call to have the problem addressed.

9. How do I reserve a Montville Township facility (building)?

Depending on which facility you are interested in reserving, there may be different protocols and possibly fees associated. A simple 4 Step process is available in the Guide to Reserving a Township Facility (PDF).

10. How do I reserve a Montville Township park facility (secure a Park Permit)?

Depending on which facility you are interested in reserving, there may be different protocols a possibility fees associated. An easy to follow 3 Step process is available in the Guide to Securing a Park Permit (PDF).

11. Is train service available between Montville and Manhattan?

Commuter trains stop at the Towaco Station on Route 202, located on New Jersey Transit's Montclair- Boonton Line. Access to mid-town Manhattan is made via a transfer in Montclair. For more information visit the New Jersey Transit website.

12. Does Montville Township provide services to senior citizens?

Yes. Services for Senior Citizens are offered at the Senior House, located at 356 Route 202. You can contact the Senior House by phone at 973-299-5087. The Senior House offers a variety of programs for seniors including hot lunches.

13. What is the process to obtain a Marriage or Civil Union Application?

Marriage or Civil Union Applications are issued by the Health Department. To learn about the process; including time frames, fees, and what documentation you will need, see the Marriage and Civil Union Applications FAQs (PDF).

14. What steps are involved in the Construction Permit Process?

The Uniform Construction Code (UCC) provides a specific process for construction permits. This process is illustrated on the UCC-Construction Process Flowchart (PDF).