Chestnuthill Municipality

P.O. Box 243, Route 715 So.
Brodheadsville, PA 18322

Phone: (570) 992-7247
Fax: (570) 992-2225

E-Mail: info@chestnuthilltwp-pa.gov

Boards & Departments Of Chestnuthill Township

Township Manager

Office Manager

Comptroller

Rusty Lotruglio

(570) 992-7247 ext.32 rustyl@chestnuthilltwp-pa.gov

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   Residents of Chestnuthill Township are required to pay a 1% earned income tax, which is assessed on all wages, salaries, commissions, and profits. Any resident who is self-employed or whose employer does not withhold the 1% earned income tax must file quarterly an estimated declaration and make payments. Everyone must file a final return with the Earned Income Tax Office on or before April 15 of the following year. A final return is required even though all taxes may have been withheld from wages.

Office located in Municipal Building         

To download a Chestnuthill Township Earned Income Tax Return form or for instructions for calculating New York Credit Click here...

Earned Income
Tax Collector

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Planning Commission

Larry Smith - Chairman

Dave Johnson - Vice Chairman

Richard Rodenbach - Secretary

Dave Gordon

Matthew Connell

Christopher Eckert

Nicholas Caprioli

 Cathy Martinelli -Planning Secretary

Tim McManus, Esq of Cramer, Swetz & McManus - Solicitor

Chris McDermott of Reilly Associates - Engineer

Keystone Consulting Engineers, Inc - Alternate Engineer

For Planning Minutes Click Here..

West End Park & Open Space Commission

Bernie Kozen - Executive Director

Leigh Kane - Secretary

Dave Manento - Alternate

Chris Thompsett

Jasmine Pedraza

 Zoning                                                                                        Return To Top

   The Township adopted a Zoning Ordinance and map September 26, 2000 (updated as of February 25, 2003). This ordinance regulates the use, intensity of use, size and location of buildings, and other structures, as well as establishing regulations for landuse by trades, industry, recreation and public activities. The provisions of the ordinance addresses all use of property, whether commercial or residential, including but not limited to buildings, fences, sheds, garages, signs, swimming pools, and in-home professional offices. A copy of the Zoning Ordinance may be reviewed and/or purchased at the Township Municipal building.

Building Permit Applications

Zoning Officer
Solicitor  

H. Clark Connor, Esq

(570) 595-7914

Zoning Hearing Board                                                                Return To Top

The Zoning Hearing Board is responsible for: An appeal of a decision by the Zoning Officer; A challenge to the Validity of the Ordinance or Map; A Variance; A Special Exception; and other matters as set forth in the State Municipalities Planning Code.

The Zoning Hearing Board meets as needed, as scheduled on a Monday Evening at 7:00 PM.

For Zoning Hearing Board Application Click here...

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   The Township’s Road Department has been in existence for over 40 years.  The road department is responsible for snow removal, road signage, road maintenance, mowing and keeping the 150 miles of Township roadways free of obstructions.  The Road Department responds to constituent calls, as well as emergency situations due to weather.  

The township’s traffic engineer is Herbert, Rowland & Grubic (HRG).  They are responsible for reviewing subdivision plans, as well as traffic counts and other related matters.

Road Improvement Projects

 Park Commission                                                                                           Return To Top

The Park Commission was formed in 1992 as an advisory Board of Supervisors for developing plans, schedules, and goals for the Chestnuthill Township park properties. Since 1992, the commission has been instrumental in the planning of the current facilities, which include two miles of paved trails and a community and senior citizens building. There is a large all-purpose activities field, multi-sports courts, and two playgrounds, including the only handicap accessible playground in Monroe County, and parking facilities that can accommodate 120 vehicles. The commission is also host to a variety of fund raising and community events, including the Christmas Tree Lighting, Valentine Craft Night, and the Great Easter Egg Hunt.

Inspectors:

John Brezan, Sr

John Brezan, Jr

(570) 619-6454 x221

Fax: (610) 395-2231

(610) 395-3827 x222

(610) 395-3827

Fax: (610) 395-2231

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(570) 992-7247

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County, Township & Property

Business Hours

Remit Payment to

June O'Neil

Tuesday 10am-4pm or
By Appointment

P.O. Box 743
Effort Pa. 18330

(570) 620-2592

Fax: (570) 620-1919

* All Real Estate Tax checks should be payable to "June O'Neil, Tax Collector"

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Grace Marks 

William J. Marks - Deputy Constable

Monroe County Constable Assoc. 

Jeryl Rinehart  - Alternate Sewage Enforcement Officer

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