Forms/Applications

Application Form for a "Certificate of Compliance" that is required for any sale or change of tenancy of a NON RESIDENTIAL (Commercial) property, building or subdivided space

Business/Alarm Registration Form

Required letter to be filled out completely and submitted for issuance of a Temporary Certificate of Compliance.

All information MUST be provided in order to issue a Certificate of Compliance.

Summary of Certificate of Compliance Inspection Process (Res).

This form is required when application is made to the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment or EWSP Committee.

Use this form to file a Code Enforcement complaint. Form is to be completed and delivered to the Code Enforcement Department.

“NJSA 46:8-28 Certificate of registration” requires that, in the case of a one-dwelling unit rental or a two-dwelling unit non-owner occupied premises, a landlord shall, at the time of the creation of the first tenancy in any newly constructed or reconstructed building to file this completed application with the Town of Dover. Also, an amended Certificate of Registration must also be filed within 20 days after any changes in the information contained in the last Certificate of Registration.

If you have moved and need to update your mailing address, please fill out this form and return it to the Code Enforcement Office.

Required to be completed for any proposed development in a "Special Flood Hazard Area"

Form to be used when replacing any fuel fired appliance. This form must be completed by the contractor associated with the scope of work or another contractor (other than the homeowner) that has adequate knowledge of fuel fired venting systems.

Development Fee Payment Worksheets for both Residential and Non-Residential Developments for Housing Fund of COAH low and moderate income housing opportunities assistance. Required with Construction Permit Application.

Permit application to construct a driveway or off-street parking area

Map of how to get to Downtown Dover,Town Hall & other places of interest.

This form is to be used when directed by the Engineering Department, to establish conditions by which a sump pump discharge will be permitted to insure that the discharge does not create a public nuisance at the time of installation or in the future.

Any disturbance within the Town of Dover Public Right of Way requires a Street Opening Permit. This download includes the Application, Agreement, Bonds, Inspection Requirements and Details necessary for making an application for a Street Opening. Completed Forms, Bonds, Certificate of Insurance and Application Fees should be hand delivered to the Engineering Department.

Application for membership in the Dover Volunteer Fire Department or Emergency Squad

This package must be completed prior to any approval to operate within the Town of Dover. For Registered Companies Only

No Garage Sale License shall be issued unless a written application is first filed with the Municipal Clerk or his or her designee

All prospective limousine drivers must complete this application and be approved by the Town of Dover prior to active employment with any company.

Application required for Class I, II, III and IV mobile vendors license.

Application to apply for various required licenses within the Town of Dover.

The Commission oversees the operation of games conducted pursuant to the Bingo and Raffles Licensing Laws by approximately 12,000 charitable, educational, religious, patriotic, public-spirited organizations and senior citizen associations and organizations.

All prospective taxi drivers must complete this application and be approved by the Town of Dover prior to active employment with any company.

Land Use and Zoning Application Fees and Escrow Deposits (Revised 07/10/18)

This application is for anyone making changes to the exterior appearance of their building or property and the property is in the Blackwell Street Historic District. The proposed work must be approved by the Historic Preservation Commission.

Planning Board & Board of Adjustment Checklist of items to be submitted with a Land Use application. (Rev. 7/11/18)

Expedited Waiver of Site Plan (EWSP) application form. (Rev. 12/22/2010)

Planning Board & Board of Adjustment Application Form for Subdivision, Site Plan and/or Variance

Chapter 236, Land Use and Development - Includes legislation adopted through 09-27-2016. See amendatory Ordinances to date under "Planning & Zoning Department" web page.

The Master Plan Elements can be downloaded from this link.

Zoning criteria for restricting development on undeveloped land containg steep slopes

This document is the Stormwater Management Plan Element of the Master Plan adopted by the Town of Dover Planning Board on April 27, 2005

Revised 01/08/2018. This Zoning Map is Full Size (24" x 36") in PDF Format.

Zoning Permit Application required for a zoning determination or for the construction of a new structure or addition,shed, fence, or sign. The Zoning Permit application must accompany the Construction Permit application. Zoning Permits/Certificates are also a means of extablishing the conformity of an existing or proposed use, structure or property with the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Dover.

Zoning Table showing the bulk requirements for each zone. (Last Amended 06/02/2010)

Development Fee Payment Worksheets for both Residential and Non-Residential Developments for Housing Fund of COAH low and moderate income housing opportunities assistance. Required with Construction Permit Application.

Forms for Firearms applications on the State Police Website

If you would like to hold an event at one of Dover's parks, click on the Facility Use Application link above to review the application. Complete the application and submit with the proper fees to the Recreation Department. If you have any questions concerning availability of a park, completing the application, fees, etc., call the Recreation Department at 973-366-2200 x1169 or x1160.

This form is used to transfer the water and/or sewer billing from the Owner to the Tenant. Completed form must be returned to the Water Department.