Public Works, Housing and Code Enforcement

Public Works

Public works maintains all Township roads, properties and buildings in Hopewell Township. This includes snow removal, road repair and maintenance, open space (park) area, operation of the Hopewell-Greenwich Convenience Center and operation of the sanitary sewer system.

Code Enforcement

Code Enforcement ensures compliance with property maintenance related issues including vacant dwellings and foreclosure compliance.

Housing

Housing ensures compliance with Rental Housing Regulations, Short Term Rentals and change in ownership of residential properties.  

Inspections are by appointment only.

Applicants must request an inspection  by completing the attached form and submitting it to our Housing Officer at zoninghousing@hopewelltwp-nj.com.  The request is reviewed for compliance and completion of any permits.  All efforts will be made to schedule ahead of the closing date to facilitate the inspection. 

The requirements for the sale and/or change of occupancy can be found here.

Pursuant to Section 151-14 of the Municipal Code, Inspection Fees are as follows:

A. 
Requests for an inspection received more than ten (10) business days prior to the closing date: $35.00
B. 
Requests for an inspection received four  (4) to  ten (10) business days prior to the closing date: $70.00.
C. 
Requests for an inspection received fewer than four (4) business days prior to the closing date: $125.00.
D. 
One reinspection is included in the base fee. Each additional reinspection: $40.00.

Rental Inspection:  $75.00

Short Term Rental (AIRBNB):  $75.00

Complaints/Issues:

Please note that not all roads in Hopewell Township are maintained by the Township.  If the issue or complaint is regarding a County road, all complaints must be filed directly with the County by completing a service request form.  You may also reach out directly to them by calling (856) 453-2125 or by texting (856) 369-3824.

For street light outages on county roads, you must submit a request to Atlantic City Electric.

Key Information:

Rental Inspection Application

Ordinance 15-10: Rental Housing Regulations for Hopewell

Contact Us


Ed Johnson

Public Works Foreman

publicworks@hopewelltwp-nj.com

(856) 455-1230 x-119


Dave Elwell

Housing

Code Enforcement

Property Maintenance

zoninghousing@hopewelltwp-nj.com

(856) 455-1230 x- 117

(856) 319-2200

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