Services: Permits & Licenses
- Residential Alarm Registration
- Pursuant to township ordinances, all residential alarm systems must be registered with the Vernon Township Clerk.
- Bingo/Raffles
- In order to hold a bingo or raffles in Vernon, your non-profit organization must obtain a license from the township.
- Construction Permits
- Generally speaking, a construction permit will be required whenever more than an ordinary repair is being contemplated. The construction permit enables our officials to observe the progress of the work to be sure it meets code.
- Dog Licenses
- Pursuant to township ordinance and state law, any dog which has attained the age of seven months or which possesses a set of permanent teeth must be licensed and have a current metal registration tag securely fastened to a collar or harness.
- Donation Clothing Bin Permits
- Organizations seeking to locate a donation clothing bin within the Township of Vernon must first apply for and obtain a valid permit from the zoning officer.
- Fire Safety Permits
- Pursuant to New Jersey’s Uniform Fire Code, a fire safety permit is required for certain activities taking place within the township.
- Landlord Registration
- Every landlord of rental property—with the exception of owner-occupied premises containing two or less units—is obligated to file a registration statement with either the township clerk’s office or the state of New Jersey.
- Liquor Licenses
- The township clerk’s office handles the issuance, renewal and transfer of liquor licenses within Vernon Township.
- Vacant and Abandoned Property Registration
- If you own a residential property in Vernon Township which is vacant and abandoned, you are required to register your property with the municipal clerk’s office and pay an initial $500.00 registration fee.
- Peddler/Solicitor Licenses
- Pursuant to Chapter 428 of Vernon’s code, all peddlers and solicitors are required to be licensed by Vernon Township.
- Temporary Outdoor Activity Permit
- A temporary outdoor activity permit is required for many organized outdoor activities.