Copy of current rabies certificate is needed to obtain a cat license.

Copy of current rabies certificate needed to obtain a dog license.

For Animals Other Than Cats and Dogs

All requests to display a banner across Main Street (Route 24) will require approval from both the Mayor & Council and the Morris County Board of Commissioners (formerly known as the Morris County Board of Freeholders). A certificate of insurance naming the Borough of Mendham as an additional insured is also required. Please review the application for further information and allow adequate time for processing and approval.

Volunteers of the Mendham Borough Fire Department and First Aid Squad who are active members in good standing may apply for a blue emergency warning light for their personal vehicle. Approval is required from the Fire Chief or First Aid Squad Captain. Completed applications should be submitted to the Borough Clerk's office for further approval by the Mayor and MVC processing.

The Borough of Mendham's Hometown Heroes Banner Program is open to any honorably discharged U.S. military veteran, living or deceased, as well as active-duty or reserve members of the Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard who currently reside in Mendham Borough or has family members residing in Mendham Borough. Applications must be submitted no later than April 1 for the current year’s program.

Individuals or local organizations wishing to complete a public service project in Mendham Borough must complete this application and include an attached map/sketch showing the location and scope of the project. Eagle Scout or Girl Scout Service Award Projects require a copy of the completed Scouting Service Award Project Workbook which must also be attached to the application. All proposed public service projects require approval from Mayor & Council approval. Check Borough Council Meeting dates for planning purposes.

Not-for-profit organizations registered with the New Jersey Local Games of Chance Control Commission (LGCCC) may apply for a Raffle License to conduct a raffle game in Mendham Borough. A valid Bi-Annual Registration Certificate must be presented to the Borough Clerk at time of application. Raffle License applications require Mayor & Council and State approval.

All requests to close a portion of a residential street for an event such as a block party requires approval by the Mayor & Council. Applications should be submitted to the Borough Clerk a minimum of 30 days before the date of the event.

Organizations wishing to hold an event in Mendham Borough using borough-owned public facilities must submit a Special Event Application to the Borough Clerk a MINIMUM OF 30 DAYS before the scheduled event. All Special Event Applications require approval by the Mayor & Council.

For faster up-to-date information on open & closed permits on a property click above on SDL Open Permit Search Link. After logging in search by address or block/lot. (If you do not have an SDL account click on create account and follow the instructions.)

Individuals wishing to obtain government records should submit an OPRA (Open Public Records Act) Request Form. The completed OPRA form should be attached as a PDF to your email. Email the completed form to the Borough Clerk (or Police Records Custodian for police records) at the email address stated on the OPRA Request form. Please be specific identifying the record(s) you wish to obtain to help expedite processing.

Please visit the Registrar, Vital Statistics webpage for information on how to obtain a copy of a vital record or applying for a license.

Apply for a marriage or civil union license in Mendham Borough only if either applicant resides in Mendham Borough OR in instances where neither party is a resident of New Jersey but the marriage or civil union ceremony will be held in Mendham Borough. Applications are taken by appointment only.

Requests for a certified copy of a vital record must be accompanied by valid forms of ID. There is a $10 fee for each certified copy.

Visit the Voter Information webpage for more information on voter registration, polling locations, how to apply for a Vote by Mail ballot and all things election-related.

Registered voters who have moved to Mendham Borough from another town within Morris County or are new to the State of New Jersey must file a new Voter Registration Application at least 30 days before the next election date to qualify to vote in that election. This application form can also be used to update a voter's change of name, change of address or party affiliation.

ALL INSPECTIONS MUST BE SCHEDULED THROUGH THE SDL PORTAL. To schedule or check status of permitting & inspections click on the SDL link above. If you do not have an SDL account click on Create Account and follow the instructions. Login to your account and go to Check a Building Permit Status link and enter the Permit # to review status of permitting & inspections for the property. To schedule an inspection go to On Line Request and scroll down and click on Building Inspections link. To confirm there are No Open Permits go to Find a Property Link and enter the address, block or lot to review status of all permits for the property.

The Mendham Borough Construction Department utilizes the State Department of Community Affairs Construction Permit Application Packet & Related Forms. Please fill out all required application forms from the State site. Please print your completed application forms and deposit the hard copy of your application forms in the Drop Box at the front of the Bowers Building, 6 W Main St. 07945. Completed applications forms may also be sent via US Mail or other delivery service. The Borough cannot accept application forms electronically due to the State mandating a raised Contractor Seal on most forms. The New Jersey Uniform Construction Code Act allows 20 working days for the review and issuing of a construction permit. THE 20 DAYS STARTS WHEN A COMPLETE APPLICATION IS RECEIVED & ALL PRIOR REQUIRED ZONING, ENGINEERING, ENVIROMENTAL, UTILITIES & LAND USE OR PLANNING APPROVALS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. All prior approvals must be obtained before a construction permit can be issued. Prior Approvals include: Zoning Review; Historic Preservation Commission; Engineering Review; Joint Land Use Board (Planning & Board of Adjustment); NJDEP; Utility Companies; Morris County Soil Conservation; Mendham Commons Home Owner Association. The size and scope of the construction project will determine the length of time for the review process--i.e.. a single Sub-Code permit will take less time than a Multiple Sub-Code permit. Due to required prior approvals additions & alterations can take several weeks, a new home can take several months due to Board & Commission Meeting Schedules. The completeness of the information submitted with your permit can greatly assist with all review and approval process. For detailed information please click on Departments at top of Home Page and go to Construction Department. FOR A QUICK RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS OR INQUIRIES ABOUT PERMIT APPLICAITONS PLEASE CLICK THE EMAIL LINK BELOW (CONSTRUCTION@MENDHAMNJ.ORG) INCLUDE THE ADDRESS OF THE PROPERTY IN SUBJECT LINE OF EMAIL.

Food Licensing services are provided for The Borough of Mendham by the Bernard's Health Department.

Mendham Borough Office Of Emergency Management Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)Registration Form

This fillable PDF application can be completed, printed and then returned to the MBPD for processing.

Residents can elect to include their home address on Mendham Borough's No Knock Registry. A copy of the No Knock Registry will be provided to all individuals that have applied for, and have been issued, a license allowing commercial door-to- door sales and solicitation activities in the Borough. The No Knock Registry does not apply to door-to-door solicitations conducted by charitable, religious, or political organizations.

Individuals wishing to conduct temporary or seasonal door-to-door or street-to-street commercial activities must submit a completed application to the Police Department. All required documentation, photos and the application fee must be submitted with the application form. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Licensing requires Council approval.

This form is required to be submitted with Peddlers & Solicitors Permit application.

Here you will find the reserved schedules for the Garabrant, Botti Pavilion, Carriage House and Phoenix House Garden. Maximum capacity of the Garabrant Center is 150 Standing, 100 Chairs only, 60 Tables and Chairs. Use the drop-down filters to see when times have been booked or when times are open. To make a reservation, email Bruce DiBisceglie, Recreation Director at the email link at top.

Attached is the current Field Schedule for Borough Park (Doubleday Field, Elliott Field, Lenape Field, First Responders Turf Court), Botti Park (Upper/Lower), Franklin Field and Pastime Field. No changes can be made to this schedule without the written authorization from Mendham Borough Recreation Director, Bruce DiBisceglie 973-543-7152 x19.

Please submit this form to the Department of Recreation to reserve a non field recreation facility.

Please submit this form to the Department of Recreation by Dec 31 to reserve a field for the upcoming year. After Dec 31, fields will be assigned based on remaining availability. Review the USE OF BOROUGH FIELDS - FACILITIES (Regulations) before submitting a Field or Facility Request Form

Please review all terms and conditions on this form before submitting a Field or Facility reservation request.

If you are under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must co-sign

To confirm there are No Open Permits click on the SDL OPEN PERMIT SEARCH link above and log in. If you do not have an SDL account click on create account and follow the instructions. After logging in go to Find a Property. Enter the property address or block and lot numbers and click Go. You will be directed to the Property Page. To review the status of permits for the property being sold, scroll down and click on Permit Applications.

This form is only needed if the residential property is on the public sewer system. Mendham Borough does not require any inspections on private septic systems.

Prior to the sale of any home in the Borough a smoke and carbon monoxide detection inspection must take place.

Assessment reviews are only conducted from Oct 1st to Dec 20th

Application by the owner for "farmland assessment" must be made on or before August 1 of the year immediately preceding the tax year.

P.L. 2013, Chapter 43 (Farmland Assmt – Law Changes) On April 15, 2013 Governor Christie signed S-589(4R) into law as P.L. 2013, C.43. This legislation revisees certain provision of the prior Farmland Assessment Law. This new law became effective on April 15, 2013 – except that it is applicable to Tax Years commencing with Tax Year 2015.

In lieu of Zoning Officer physical inspection due to Covid-19 Emergency. Expires 8/1/21.

This form is the Landlord-Tenant Registration Form to be filed with the Zoning Officer

Please use for reference only

Zoning Compliance Review is required to be completed for all Construction Permits.

Zoning Compliance Review is required to be completed for any Joint Land Use Board Variance Application.

Fence Non-Pool, Wall, Gateway & Entrance Pillars Zoning Permits are issued by the Zoning Office (not the Construction Department) . Applications require submission of a picture of the fence and a survey indicating the placement of the fence and dimensions. All Pool Fence Permits are issued by the Construction Department per NJ State Building Code.

All containers (PODS) require a permit. - See Sub section 215-7 of the Borough ordinance