Are you removing trees from your property?

In accordance with Ordinance O-2024-011, the removal of up to five trees is exempt from permitting requirements, however if you are removing more than five trees, you must receive a tree removal permit.

For a tree removal permit, click here. 

Zoning Permit Process & Application 

Zoning permits are required prior to the start of any improvement on your property. including and not limited to: erecting/replacing a fence, adding an addition, placing a shed/pole barn/garage, adding a new deck or expanding a existing deck, placing a pool, adding patio pavers and/or concrete slabs, solar (roof or ground mounted), generators, and any other structure or applicable improvement to the property.

(if you are unsure if a permit is required, please contact the office at 609-567-0700 ext. 6)

For a Zoning Permit to be issued, the following must be submitted along with the Zoning Permit application: 

1. Beginning April 1st 2024- Zoning Permit fees are $30.00 for residential permits and $50.00 for commercial permits.

2. New Single-Family dwellings- $500.00 grading inspection fee PLUS zoning permit fee.

3. 2 copies of property surveys, dated within 5 years of the application showing the improvements and description of proposed work. Solar- only requires survey for ground mount. Roof array plan acceptable for roof mounted.

4. Homeowner current on taxes/utilities. No liens on property. Verify at https://wipp.edmundsassoc.com/Wipp/?wippid=0436

5. HOA approval, if applicable.

6. Permits for animals, in accordance with O-2023-021; Section 82-6.

7. If you are removing trees in connection with the Zoning Permit, please show tree removal plan and provide the # of trees to be removed. 

If a permit is placed on hold for any reason, the applicant/homeowner will be contacted and have 10 days to submit the required information, before the permit will be denied and require re-submission. 

Have any questions? email zoning@winslowtownship.com

For a Zoning Permit, click here.

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