Did You Know? Dover Township has been working on developing online forms for both public and internal use. We are confident that by developing and using these forms, it will increase the Township’s efficiency. Below are the currently available forms: Adopt a Road Application Form Burn Permits Contact Form Fireworks…
Driveway permits are necessary if located within a public right of way. A driveway may not exceed 24 ft measured at the street right-of-way line nor less than 10 ft. Driveways must also be paved at least 25 ft from the street right-of-way line of all public streets. All other…
The Property Owner and his/her Contractor are responsible to see that the structural BMP is constructed according to Township specifications and requirements. Dover Township will require a construction phase inspection to verify that these are being met. The Small Project Stormwater Management Permit will also list the Property Owner’s responsibilities…
A Stormwater Management (SWM) Permit Application must be completed for any improvements that will result in 100 square feet or more of new impervious (water cannot get through) surface. Examples would include sheds, home additions, patios and driveways. A copy of our Stormwater Management Permit Application can be obtained by…
Dover Township does not require a permit to hold a yard sale.
Many projects related to home or property improvement do require permits. Sheds 100 to 999 square feet require a zoning permit. Zoning permits are also required for fencing, patios, decks under 30”, and some driveway repairs. Larger accessory structures such as garages, pole buildings, additions, decks over 30” and pools…