Hopewell Township News and Notices
THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 2, 2020 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
The meeting scheduled for April 16, 2020 is scheduled to take place electronically with instructions for attending to come soon.
COVID-19 Information
The Township Municipal Building will be closing to the public as of Friday, March 20th at 4:30 pm. All government employees will continue to handle all of your needs through alternative methods (please see the chart titled "Save the Trip to Town Hall" located on our COVID-19 Information page:
https://nj-hopewelltownship.civicplus.com/2450/COVID-19-Info)
You are highly encouraged to follow the Township’s Facebook page for the most current information available on the COVID-19 virus and Hopewell Township:
www.facebook.com/hopewelltownship856
Tax Sale will be postponed.
Taxes are still due.They can be paid via the Township website, by mail, or by the drop box system setup in the foyer of the municipal building. We will not be accepting any cash. Check, Cashier’s Check, or Money Order only please.
Senior Center Will Be Closed
The Senior Center located in Hopewell Township will be closed until further notice.
Hopewell Township / Cumberland Grows Partnership
If you are interested in looking into development opportunities in Hopewell Township, please take a look at our partnership with the Cumberland Development Corporation.
www.CumberlandGrows.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ES4xuTXUOn8
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP HOME REHABILITATION PROGRAM
In 2018, Hopewell Township was awarded a Small Cities Home Rehabilitation Program from The NJ Department of Community Affairs. This program will allow low to moderate income homeowners in Hopewell Township assistance for home repairs to items such as Heating, Electrical & Plumbing Systems, Septic & Well, Weatherization (windows, insulation, etc.) Roof & Structural Conditions (foundation, etc.). Information regarding the program and the income guidelines can be found on the Township website www.hopewelltwp-nj.com or contact the Hopewell Township Clerk’s Office at 856-455-1230 ext. 110.
Doing Business in Hopewell
Tons of new businesses have opened in Hopewell in the past few years, and more are on the way. Please visit Our Local Businesses page for a list of all the active businesses in Hopewell, as well as links to business websites and their Facebook pages.
Construction Shared Service
Hopewell has partnered with Upper Deerfield for Construction Office services. Office hours in Upper Deerfield are 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday. The Office is located at 1325 Route 77 in Seabrook. For all construction-related questions, please call 856-455-9591.
Hopewell Township residents or contractors may still pick up or drop off construction permit applications at the Hopewell Township Municipal building, or utilize the Construction/Code Office in Upper Deerfield.
Clean Energy Program
New Jersey's Clean Energy Program offers a variety of programs that can help homeowners in Hopewell manage their energy consumption. The Program offers ways to reduce utility bills in homes and businesses. For more information on this program, click here.
Helpful Information
Remember to secure your property by locking the doors to your home, vehicles, garages, and shed. Contact the NJ State Police Crime Watch tip line at 856-451-6034 if you observe any suspicious activity.
Did You Know?
State law requires landlords who rent (Non-Owner Occupied) houses, apartments, or buildings to register certain information with the Clerk of the city or town where the building is located. If your building contains three or more apartments, the landlord must also register with the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Bureau of Housing Inspections, PO Box 810, Trenton, NJ 08625-0810. Required forms and a copy of the ordinance are available here.
Can't Find What You're Looking For?
We are in the process of updating the website to provide more up-to-date information and better suit your needs. Some of these changes will involve moving pages and links. If you have any trouble with our website, please contact the Assistant to the Administrator at 856-455-1230, extension 118.