Monday - Friday

8:00 - 4:30

(908) 369-4313

379 South Branch Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit for a garage sale?

When are tax bills mailed?

Do I need a permit to top coat my driveway?

Do I need a permit to finish my basement?

What is the turnaround time for OPRA requests?

How do I submit an OPRA Request?

Do I need a permit for an EV charger?

Do I need a permit for a roof over my existing deck?

Do you provide witnesses if they are needed for notary services?

Do I need a permit to repave and expand my driveway?

How do I apply for a job?

Where is my ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, or Stay NJ reimbursement check?

Do I need a permit for a fence?

Do we offer notary services?

Where do I call about recycling pickup?

How can I find my total taxes for 2025 or obtain a tax statement?

How do I obtain approval to operate as a food vendor at a temporary event in Hillsborough?

Why do some residents of have the large, bin type recycling containers, while others have smaller, blue cans?

Where do I go for dog licenses / renew them?

Is there a shoveling snow on sidewalks ordinance?

How do I get my well water tested?

Do I need a permit for a new AC unit?

Do I need a permit for a generator?

Where is the mail-in ballot drop box located?

How to find out if commercial space is available?

What is the Economic and Business department?

Do I need a permit to serve alcohol at an event?

Where do people apply for a marriage license?

What is the HBA?

How far in advance do I need to apply for a tricky tray/basket auction permit and various gaming licenses?

Benefits for part-time and full-time work?

What times are allowed for trash pickup and landscaping companies to work?

How can I put my event on the Township calendar/Experience Hillsborough?

How to report potholes?

Can I pay my taxes with a credit card?

What are the days/hours the Mayor is in the building?

How do I register my alarm system?

Do I need a permit for a fire pit?

How do I find my polling district?

How do I sign up for the Mayors e News?

Do I need a permit for a special event?

How do you obtain a business license?

Does Hillsborough have rent control?

When does a dog license expire?

Is there a grace period for tax payments?

I just paid off my mortgage; what are my next steps?

Do I need a permit for a patio?

Do I need a permit for a deck? Even if I am only replacing the boards and making it bigger?

Do I need a permit to rent out my inground pool for parties?

Who handles the residential garbage pickup in town?

Do we offer Passport services?

Can the Tax Office help me complete the PTR-1 (Senior Freeze) or other state forms?

Where can I get a radon test?

Do I need to pay if I am updating information on my house alarm?

Where to find the Economic and Business Department?

How to market my business?

Do I need a permit for a shed? Even pre-fab?

What constitutes a ribbon cutting?

When does the township host vaccination clinics?

How to become a Hillsborough business association member?

Do I need a permit for a pergola going over an existing patio? On its own?

Where can I find press releases?

How do I volunteer at the Township?

Where can I find proclamations?

Do I need a permit to add daylight basement stairs?

Where do people get certified copies from?

Do I need a permit for a gazebo?

Do I need a permit for an above ground tank?

Do I need a permit to move my business to “x”?

Where do I mail in my voting application or party declaration?

Where can I get free or low-cost health care services?

Do I need to renew my house alarm?

How do I sign up for Experience Hillsborough?