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?

How do I submit an OPRA Request?

What is the turnaround time for OPRA requests?

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

Do I need a permit for an EV charger?

How do I apply for a job?

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

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

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

Do I need a permit for a fence?

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

Where do I call about recycling pickup?

Do we offer notary services?

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

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 generator?

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

Where is the mail-in ballot drop box located?

Do I need a permit for a new AC unit?

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

How to find out if commercial space is available?

Where do people apply for a marriage license?

What is the Economic and Business department?

What is the HBA?

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

Benefits for part-time and full-time work?

How do I register my alarm system?

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

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

Can I pay my taxes with a credit card?

How do I sign up for the Mayors e News?

How to report potholes?

Do I need a permit for a fire pit?

Do I need a permit for a special event?

How do I find my polling district?

How do you obtain a business license?

When does a dog license expire?

Is there a grace period for tax payments?

Does Hillsborough have rent control?

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?

Who handles the residential garbage pickup in town?

Do we offer Passport services?

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

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

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

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?

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

When does the township host vaccination clinics?

What constitutes a ribbon cutting?

How to market my business?

Where do people get certified copies from?

Do I need a permit for a gazebo?

How to become a Hillsborough business association member?

How do I volunteer at the Township?

Do I need a permit to add daylight basement stairs?

Where can I find press releases?

Where can I find proclamations?

Do I need a permit for an above ground tank?

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

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

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

Do I need to renew my house alarm?

How do I sign up for Experience Hillsborough?