Recreation DepartmentByram OutdoorsOpen SpaceFire PreventionPlanning / ZoningFire PreventionTownship ManagerTownship Clerk / RegistrarLakeland Emergency SquadFire DepartmentTax CollectorTax AssessorMunicipal Budget InformationPoliceDepartment of Public WorksPlanning & DevelopmentCourtConstructionBoard of HealthFinance / Tax Collector



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CLICK FOR:  Byram Township Parks and Recreation Facebook Page

Please Contact the Recreation Department with any Questions:  973-347-2500 x160

 


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ZONING DEPARTMENT OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Wednesday – Friday:  8:30am-12:00pm – 1:00pm-4:30pm

Byram Township Zoning Process

Click For:  Township Zoning Code - Chapter 240

General Information:

  • - Byram Township Chapter 240 – Zoning, covers various aspects of zoning requirements for residential and commercial properties. 
  • - No construction permit or other permits for the use of land or buildings shall be issued until a zoning permit has been secured from the Zoning Officer.

 Zoning permits are required for many items including:  

  • A) Accessory structures such as sheds, fences, decks, additions, swimming pools, oil and propane tanks, HVAC systems, etc.
  • B) New home construction
  • C) Driveways
  • D) Other items that may not fall into accessory structure or new construction categories

CONTACT THE ZONING OFFICER TO DETERMINE IF A ZONING PERMIT IS REQUIRED.  

Zoning Permit Application:

Click for:  Zoning Permit

  • - Zoning Permit must be filled out completely with all relevant information including owner of property, address, block/lot, zone, email and phone, dimensions, distances to side, rear, and front property lines. 
  • - In the case of significant home additions, etc., plans by a licensed architect or engineer must be included.
  • - Application must include a survey or plot plan that illustrates the location of the proposed zoning request.  If you need to get a new survey, it must be done by a licensed land surveyor.
  • - A $50 zoning permit fee should be made payable to “Byram Township”
  • Township Zoning permits shall be granted or denied within 10 business days, after it has been determined a complete zoning permit application has been submitted.

 

Planning and Zoning Flow Charts:

The following flowcharts have been created to provide guidance for the typical zoning and planning applications.  Individual applications may have additional requirements.  You are encouraged to contact staff for questions.

Click for:  Process for Zoning Application

Click for:  Process for Residential Properties Variance

Click for:  Process for Commercial Properties Variance

 

CHANGES IN FIRE PREVENTION SERVICES IN BYRAM TOWNSHIP

 

Effective January 1, 2017 the Township of Sparta and the Township of Byram entered into a Shared Services Agreement for the services of smoke detector/carbon monoxide alarm and portable fire extinguisher compliance inspections.  As part of this arrangement, Sparta will also be handling life and non-life hazard inspections for commercial establishments in accordance with the Uniform Fire Safety Act, P.L. 1983, C. 383.

 All fees related to the inspections of and permits issued for properties in Byram Township will be paid directly to the Township of Sparta.  Fees are outlined in Sparta's Ordinance 16-1.8 and 16-1.9.  To schedule an inspection, please call Sparta Fire Prevention at 973-729-4227.

 As done in the past, smoke detector inspections will be conducted one day per week.   If there are no open permits in the Construction Office, the certificate will be issued on site at the time of inspection.   If open permits exist, contact Byram Construction office at 973-347-2500 x123 to close out the permits.

The Township Manager is the chief executive and administrative official of Byram Township, as provided in N.J.S.A. 40:69A-95.  The Office of the Manager shall include the following functions:

A. Budget.

B. Personnel.

C. Disaster control and emergency management.

D. Local public assistance.

E. Such others as may be assigned from time to time by the Township Council.

The Township Manager prepares the budget, appoints and removes department heads, other officers, subordinates and assistants. He oversees the day-to-day workings of the township. He negotiates contracts for Byram Township. He also attends Council meetings where he may participate in discussions, but not vote on issues.

The following shall be the Township administrative organization. Each office and department shall be under the direction and control of the Manager:

A. Offices of Manager and Clerk.

B. Offices of Attorney and Engineer, whether as employees or as professional contractors.

C. Municipal Court.

D. Finance Department.

E. Police Department.

F. Public Works Department.

G. Office of Planning and Development.

H. Fire Department.

I. Recreation Department

J. Rescue Squad. 

The position of Municipal Clerk, also commonly known as Township Clerk, is governed by State Statute.  The position requires appointment by the governing body, and ultimately must be held by a Registered Municipal Clerk, a state issued certification following successful completion of specific coursework and exam.

The role of Municipal Clerk is one of significant responsibility and diversification.  The principal or "core" duties of a Municipal Clerk are defined by State Statute as the following:

  • Secretary to the Governing Body
  • Secretary to the Municipal Corporation
  • Election Administrator and Registrar of Voters
  • Administrative and Licensing Officer
  • Custodian of Records

These "core" duties encompass a myriad of State Statues and include interaction with all levels of government, federal, state, county, and local, most municipal departments, local organizations, and residents.  Each one of the aformentioned duties includes numerous responsibilities and tasks that are undertaken by the Municipal Clerk and staff.

As Secretary to the Governing body (Township Council), the Municipal Clerk attends all Council meetings; records minutes; assists in preparing the Council meeting agenda and resolutions; compiles meeting packets, receives bids and RFP's; administers and records Oaths of Office; processes correspondence and records, files and advertises ordinances and acts as a liaison between the public and governing body.

The Municipal Clerk, as Secretary to the Municipal Corporation, signs official documents, has custody of the Township Seal and atttests the signature of the Mayor and other Township officials.

As Election Official, the Municipal Clerk handles voter registration, accepts petitions for vacancies in local elected offices, furnishes materials for local, primary and general elections, selects polling areas and calculates and maintains custody of election results.

The Municipal Clerk also issues various licenses, i.e. Peddler / Solicitor, Bingo, Raffle, Liquor, Limo, etc.; furnishes data to the public, provides copies of Ordinances, Resolutions and other information requested by the public and personnel.

Additionally, the Municipal Clerk's Office is often referred to  as the doorway to the community because of the diversification of the position, and often serves a direct link between the municipality's residents and local government.  If the Municipal Clerk is unable to directly assist you, be assured that you will be referred to the appropriate party or pointed in the right direction.

It is the responsibility of the Registrar of Vital Statistics to record all births, deaths and marriages occurring within the Township of Byram.  The accumulation of information from vital records provides data about the events that occur throughout the entire State of New Jersey.  In addition, the Registrar is also responsible for issuing marriage licenses, marriage certificates, birth certificates and death certificates.  The Registrar hours are 8:30am-4:30pm Monday - Friday.

Mailing: P.O. Box 311 Andover, NJ 07821-0311
Physical: 221 Route 206, Byram Township, NJ (Headquarters)
Physical: Route 206 & Goodale Road, Andover Township, NJ (Goodale Substation)
Non-Emergency Number (973) 347-2123
Lakeland Emergency Squad Official Website

Telephone: 973-347-2662
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Byram FD Official Website 

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Tax Assessment The Tax Assessor is a quasi-judicial position, a creature of the Legislature, whose authority is statutory and based in the New Jersey Constitution. The Byram Township Tax Assessor holds a Certified Tax Assessor Certificate from the State of New Jersey, Department of the Treasury, Division of Taxation. Although the Tax Assessor is hired and paid by the Municipality, the immediate supervisor of the Tax Assessor is the County Board of Taxation.

The Assessor's Office The municipal Tax Assessor is responsible for the following activities:

  • Location and ownership of all real property in the taxing district; listing and describing property in a manner as prescribed by the Division of Taxation.
  • Determining taxable value of all property in the taxing district.
  • Equalization via district wide revaluation and maintenance and for purposes of State aid to schools.
  • Defense of Appeals - appearances at County Tax Board and State Tax Court.
  • Process and review copies of construction permits and valuation for added and omitted assessments and for COAH fees.
  • Sub-Divisions - assign block and lot numbers and valuation of newly created lot(s).
  • Farmland assessment - valuation, review of applications, inspections, in addition to rollback assessments.
  • Continual Review of Property Cards to ensure accuracy.
  • Deductions - review for qualification pursuant to NJ State Statutes of Veteran, widow, senior & disabled.
  • Exempt Properties - Every third year reviewing all exempt properties and obtaining updated information to ensure qualification.
  • Chapter 75 - Assessment notification post cards mailed annually on or before February 1st of the tax year. The notification shows the current year assessment, the taxes paid in the prior year, and appeal information. If taxpayers have any questions with regard to the assessment, they should contact the Tax Assessor's office.

Tax Appeals A taxpayer does not file an appeal of his/her taxes but rather the assessment. Byram Township taxpayers who believe that their assessments do not reflect 100% of true market value as of October 1st, of the pretax year (the assessing date) have the right to file an appeal with the Sussex County Board of Taxation.  Please contact the County Board of Taxation to obtain the due date. A Petition of Appeal may be obtained from the Sussex County Tax Board located at the 83 Spring Street, Newton, NJ 07860 973-579-0790 or visit http://www.sussex.nj.us/Cit-e-Access/webpage.cfm?TID=7&TPID=862

Properties with an assessed value in excess of $1,000,000 may file an appeal directly to the State Tax Court. However, all property owners are urged to speak with the Tax Assessor to discuss their assessment prior to filing an appeal. The Tax Assessor represents Byram Township in all tax appeals before the Sussex County Tax Board.
Please review brochure linked below for more information on filing a tax appeal:
http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/pdf/lpt/ptappeal.pdf


TAX MAPS

 

NJ HOMEOWNERS GUIDE TO PROPERTY TAXES

 

BENEFITS OF PROPERTY TAXES


FARMLAND INFORMATION

The New Jersey Farmland Assessment Act of 1964 permits farmland and woodland acres that are actively devoted to an agricultural or horticultural use to be assessed at their productivity value.   In addition to meeting certain applicability criteria, the owner must annually apply for Farmland Assessment on Form FA-1 with the municipal tax assessor on or before August 1 of the year immediately preceding the tax year.   Click the below links for additional information as well as the state required forms.

 

 

 

 

In an Emergency call 9-1-1

Non-emergency Number (973) 347-4008

Fax Number: (973) 347-9089

Byram PD Official Website

The Department of Public Works (DPW) includes the following divisions:  Roads, Sewers, Recycling, Buildings and Grounds, Park Maintenance, and Fleet Maintenance.   DPW responsibilities include:

-          Byram Township's trash and recycling programs.  Click here for trash information; click here for recycling information

-          Maintenance of approximately 80 miles of roadways, 6 sewer pumping stations and 2 miles of sewer mains

-          Snow and ice removal

-          Maintenance of storm drains and basins

-          Maintenance of township buildings

-          Maintenance of township parks, playgrounds and athletic fields

-          Coordination of annual roadway resurfacing program

-          Fleet maintenance of township owned vehicles, including fire and police

-          Removal of downed trees on township properties

-          Cutting grass on township properties

-          Traffic sign installation and repair

-          Coordination of events such as curbside leaf pick-ups, Christmas tree pick-ups, limited bulk disposal and disposal days for e-waste, rigid plastics, etc.

-          Supporting township committees and grant efforts

Please report any repairs, requests for service or potential unsafe conditions on township properties (such as potholes, hazardous trees, drainage problem, etc.).  This can be done by:

  • reporting via email (.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)), or
  • contacting DPW Secretary at 973-347-2500 x138, or
  • completing the E-Gov form directly

 

PLEASE HELP US KEEP OUR CATCH BASINS CLEAN AND FREE FROM DEBRIS BY NOT DUMPING ANYTHING IN THEM OR IN OUR TOWNSHIP WATERWAYS

Environmental Commission and Septic Management

973-347-2500 x138

Zoning Officer

973-347-2500 x131

Planning Board

973-347-2500 x132

All Byram Township court business is handled by the Andover Township Joint Municipal Court.

Website: Andover Municipal Court

Court Administrator - Michael Allatta, CMCA

phone:  973-306-0688
fax:       973-383-6328

email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)


 

BYRAM TOWNSHIP CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT HOURS:

Window Hours  8:00am - 12:00noon Monday - Friday
Permits Issued 8:30am - 11:30 Monday - Thursday

Construction Official - Peter Karcher                Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday   7:00am - 3:00pm  , Wednesday   9:30am – 5:30pm

Plumbing Subcode - Larry Allen                        Monday & Wednesday  4:30pm – 6:30pm

Electrical Subcode - Glenn Kovach                    Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday  4:30pm – 6:30pm

Electrical Inspector - Dennis Dondero              Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday  4:30pm – 6:30pm

Fire Subcode - Joe Serrecchia                           Tuesday & Thursday   9:00am – 1:00pm

 

 


Byram Towship Spatial Data Logic Portal (SDL) Online Permit Portal            (For OPRA Requests you will be directed to use the Portal):

In order to better serve the customers of the construction department, Byram Township has opened a public internet portal that allows access to building permit records and application status.

One of the many features SDL offers is the ability for public internet access to building permit records and application status. By utilizing this free service, members of the public can search building permit records and application status on their own from any internet-capable device.

For a tutorial on how to do this, visit https://help.spatialdatalogic.com/hc/en-us/articles/360058448792-SDL-Portal-Advanced-Search-for-Permits

Secondly, if you have an open permit and would like to schedule inspections, you can use the portal to accomplish this as well.

The portal is available here: https://www.sdlportal.com/towns/nj/sussex/byramtwp - you will be required to create an account to search records or schedule inspections. Click “Create an account” on that page to do so.

 

 

 

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The County Health Department can be reached at 973-579-0370

 

 

Finance

(973) 347-2500 x133

(973) 347-2500 x134

(973) 347-2500 x111

Fax (973) 347-6446

Tax Collection

(973) 347-2500 x 130

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Fax (973) 347-6446

TAX INFORMATION

Taxes are due: February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1

click:  TAX SYSTEM LOOKUP - BYRAM TOWNSHIP - SUSSEX COUNTY

Taxes are paid on a quarterly basis. There is a ten day grace period extended for each quarter, and after the grace period interest accumulates on the delinquency.

ON-LINE TAX PAYMENT OPTION IS NOW AVAILABLE!

Please click on this link to access the secure online tax / sewer payments / account Inquiry

NJ HOMEOWNERS GUIDE TO PROPERTY TAXES

CLICK FOR:  PROPERTY TAX RELIEF PROGRAMS 

For the veteran tax deduction form and senior citizen tax deduction form, click on forms below

Refer inquiries regarding:

County Tax Board of Freeholders (973) 579-0210
District School Tax (973) 347-1047
Regional School Tax (973) 347-7600
Municipal Tax (973) 347-2500


Total Tax Bill includes:

Local Municipal Tax
County Tax
County Library Tax
County Health Tax
County Open Space Tax
District School Tax
Regional School Tax
Municipal Open Space Tax


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Contacts


Joseph Sabatini

Director of Planning, Zoning and Code Enforcement
973-347-2500 x129
jsabatini@byramtwp.org

The Office of Planning and Development is responsible for land use planning, zoning, and code enforcement.


Nicholas Cutrone

Zoning and Code Enforcement Officer
(973) 347-2500 x131
zoning@byramtwp.org

It shall be the duty of the Zoning and Code Enforcement Officer to investigate any violation whether by complaint or from his own personal knowledge or observation.
The Zoning and Code Enforcement Officer shall enforce all of the provisions of the Zoning Code and Property Maintenance Code and any other Chapter of the Byram Township Municipal code as appropriate.
Click for Zoning Code:  Chapter 240 Zoning
Click for Property Maintenance Code:  Chapter 186 Property Maintenance


Caitlin Phillips

Technical Assistant Land Use
(973) 347-2500 x132
cphillips@byramtwp.org


Thomas Mcintyre

Fire Prevention
(973) 729-4227
thomas.mcintyre@spartanj.org

 

Fire Inspection Requirements for Home Sale or Change of Occupancy:

Uniform Fire Code requires before the change of occupancy (home sale or change of renter), the owner shall obtain a Smoke Detector Carbon Monoxide Alarm Certificate (CSDCMAC) in any 1-family or 2-family dwelling unit and also in apartment units.

If you live in a home, the homeowner/realtor is responsible for scheduling an inspection.

If you live in an apartment, the management company is responsible for scheduling and inspection.

  • Smoke detector exists on each level, including basements; (excluding attic and crawl space); and
  • Smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm outside each separate sleeping area; and within 10 feet of bedrooms; and
  • All smoke detectors are in working order; and
  • Carbon monoxide alarm(s) in working order; and
  • Fire extinguisher is the correct size, is properly mounted, and is located within 10 feet of the kitchen.

 Scheduling Inspection:

  • Inspections are completed on Wednesday only between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
  • Phone:  (973)729-4227
  • Provide name, phone number and address of property.
  • Questions will be answered when scheduling the appointment

 Fees:

  • Certificate of smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm compliance - $50.00
  • Each additional inspection of smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm compliance - $35.00
  • Payment is due at time of service, payable to Sparta Township

 

 


Joseph Sabatini

Township Manager
973-347-2500 x129
jsabatini@byramtwp.org


Phil Crosson

Deputy Manager
973-347-2500 x161
pcrosson@byramtwp.org


Cindy Church

Township Clerk / Registrar of Vital Statistics
973-347-2500 x127
cchurch@byramtwp.org


Penny Holenstein

Tax Assessor
(973) 347-2500 x 139
pholenstein@byramtwp.org


Fran Frederick

Assessor Clerk
(973) 347-2500 x 138
adminoffice@byramtwp.org


Joseph Sabatini

Budget Contacts
973-347-2500 x129
jsabatini@byramtwp.org

For questions regarding the municipal budget, please contact the Township Manager.


Daniel DeWald

Chief of Police
(973) 347-2500 x 149
ddewald@byrampd.org


Guy Mariani

Lieutenant
973-347-2500 x 156
gmariani@byrampd.org


Mary Moore

Records
(973) 347-2500 x 142
mmoore@byrampd.org


Records


Kevin Dishinger

Emergency Management Coordinator

Emc@byramtwp.org


Mike Orgera

Superintendent - DPW
(973) 347-2500 x 137
morgera@byramtwp.org

Credentials:

Superintendent DPW


Fran Frederick

DPW and Environmental Commission Secretary / Garbage and Recycling
973-347-2500 x138
adminoffice@byramtwp.org


Fran Frederick

Environmental Commission
(973) 347-2500 x 138
adminoffice@byramtwp.org


Caitlin Phillips

Planning Board Secretary
973-347-2500 x132
cphillips@byramtwp.org


Peter Karcher

Construction Official / Building Subcode
(973) 347-2500 x 124
pkarcher@byramtwp.org


Bonnie Oscovitch

Technical Assistant
(973) 347-2500 x 123
construction@byramtwp.org


Sue Pietschker

Construction Department Clerical Assistant
973-347-2500 x123
spietschker@byramtwp.org


Larry Allen

Plumbing Subcode
973-347-2500 x124
plumbingsubcode@byramtwp.org


Glenn Kovach

Electrical Subcode
(973) 347-2500 x 124
electricalsubcode@byramtwp.org


Joseph Serrecchia

Fire Subcode
973-347-2500x124
firesubcode@byramtwp.org


Joanie Gerbasio

Board of Health Secretary / Dog Licensing / Septic Management
(973) 347-2500 x 125
Healthdept@byramtwp.org

Credentials:

Office Hours are 8:30am-1:30pm


Ashleigh Frueholz

Chief Finance Officer
(973) 347-2500 x 134
AFrueholz@byramtwp.org


Michele McElroy

Tax Collector
973-347-2500 x133
mmcelroy@byramtwp.org


Maria Gomez

Finance Clerk
973-347-2500 x 111
mgomez@byramtwp.org


Kristin Orellana

Finance Clerk
973-347-2500 x130
Finance@Byramtwp.org