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Business

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1. Where can I find the Township's Municipal Code?

Please view the Municipal Code for more information.

2. How do I obtain a license to do business in Cherry Hill?

The Township does not require business licenses for most types of businesses; however, every business is required to obtain a Zoning Permit. The zoning permit will determine whether or not the business you wish to open is a permitted use in the location in which you plan to operate. In addition to determining the acceptability of the type of business the Township must determine the suitability of the site to support your business, in most cases this simply involves making sure there is enough on-site parking. All of this is completed as part of the Zoning Permit process. Zoning Permit applications are available on our website or in the Construction Department (Room 205).

3. What businesses do require business licenses?

There are a number of businesses in the Township that require licensing through the Clerk’s Office. If you intend to operate any of the following businesses please contact the Clerk’s Office at (856) 488-7892:
• Food Vendors
• Massage – each masseuse must be licensed by the Township.
• Limousine or Taxi Service
• Gas Stations
• Amusement Centers – including but not limited to such businesses as bowling alleys, billiard halls, miniature golf.
• Liquor Licenses
• Temporary Use/Seasonal or Transient Merchant Licenses

4. Do I need building permits or certificates of occupancy prior to opening?

Whether or not you need building permits or a certificate of occupancy prior to opening is dependent on a number of conditions. If you are doing any construction inside the building it is best to check with the construction department to determine if permits are needed. Some examples of work that requires permits would include new lighting, new plumbing, or adding or removing walls.
If you are not making any changes to the interior or exterior of the building you may still be required to obtain a certificate of occupancy. All businesses fall within a designated “use group” per State building codes. If you are changing the “use group” that is occupying the space from a lower use group (A) to a higher use group (M) you will be required to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy. The inspection ensures that the building meets all safety requirements mandated for that “use group.” If you are staying within the same “use group” you are not required to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy. However, the Township will inspect the unit at the new tenants request and will issue a Certificate of Continued Occupancy if the unit passes the inspection. We recommend that new business obtain a Certificate of Continued Occupancy when a Certificate of Occupancy is not required. It is to the new occupants benefit to ensure that all safety requirements are being met prior to occupying the space.

5. When and how do I obtain a sign permit?

Every business in the Township is required to obtain a Sign Permit whenever they are installing a new sign or changing an existing sign. This applies to façade, as well as, freestanding signs. Sign permits are available online or in the Department of Community Development (Room 202). Sign permit applicants will be required to submit an illustration of the sign with the permit application. Please be sure to fully complete the application as incomplete applications will not be accepted.

6. How do I know if I have to obtain Zoning or Planning Board approval?

There are a number of situations that may trigger the need for an application to one of the Township’s Land Use Development Boards. If you are opening a new business in Cherry Hill and you are planning to build a new building, make changes to the building or parking lot, you may need to apply to the Planning Board for a site plan approval. The size of the change will determine if the site plan approval is major or minor. In addition, if you are substantially changing the use of the site from its previous use you may be required to present a Change of Use application to the Planning Board. If the type of business you are intending to operate is not a permitted use in the zone in which you want to locate you must apply to the Township’s Zoning Board of Adjustment for a use variance. If a site plan is required in conjunction with the use variance the Zoning Board will review the site plan instead of the Planning Board.
Each Board has a dedicated administrator that can help you through the application process. Any incorporated business is also required to be represented by Council that can help you with the application requirements. Please keep in mind that the process of applying to either Board can be a lengthy process. Applications that are not complete will be deemed so and a list of items that must still be submitted will be sent to the applicant. An incomplete application can slow down the process significantly. In addition, both Boards meet twice per month so your ability to get on an agenda will depend on the completeness of your application and the number of applications that are already scheduled.

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Code Enforcement

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1. When is a permit required?

Please view the Tri-County Construction Code Association information packet.

2. What permit applications are required for building, plumbing, electrical, and/or fire construction?

Please view the Tri-County Construction Code Association information packet.

3. What inspections are required?

Please view the Tri-County Construction Code Association information packet.

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Community Development

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1. Do I need a business license?

The township does not issue business licenses; however, a zoning permit is required for every new business, tenant fit-out, or use to ensure it is a permitted use in such a zone.

Subsequent building or sign permits or specialty licenses (food preparation, massage, taxi, etc.) may also be required from the clerk’s office. Please contact Business Advocate Natalie Barney by calling (856) 432-8706 for more information.

2. What is the zone of my property?

Please view the Zoning Map for zoning information.

3. Where can I find the Township's Municipal Code?

Please view the Municipal Code for more information.

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Engineering

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1. Who is responsible for fixing deteriorated / lifted sidewalks and curbs?

Township ordinance states that residents are responsible for fixing / replacing damaged sidewalks and curbs. A right of way permit must be obtained from the Engineering Department prior to starting repairs.

2. How do I find out when my road is due to get resurfaced?

You may contact the Engineering Department at (856) 424-3203 and we can inform you when your road is on the schedule to be repaved.

3. Who do I call if I want to report a problem with a traffic signal?

You may contact the Engineering Department and we will contact the traffic signal maintenance contractor to address the problem.

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Finance Department

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1. What is Cherry Hill's Fiscal Year?

July 1 - June 30

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Fire Department

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1. Where can I get help with the installation of a child safety seat?

Child safety seat check-up events are conducted monthly at the Deer Park Station, located at 985 Cropwell Road in Cherry Hill. For dates and times, please open the flyer. Child Safety Seat Flyer

2. Is it okay to burn leaves, grass or trash?

No. It is a violation of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code to do open burning. No open burning of any kind is allowed.

3. A fire hydrant is leaking. Who should I notify?

Any leaking or broken fire hydrants can be reported to the Fire Marshal's Office and we will contact the proper water company for repairs. Call the office between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday at (856) 795-1340 and we will send the local fire station out to investigate.

4. What should I do if my carbon monoxide alarm activates?

Call 9-1-1 immediately. The Fire Department will respond to test the air for carbon monoxide and ventilate if CO is present. Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless and deadly. Carbon Monoxide - Tools to Keep You Safe

5. There is an odor, but no visible fire or spark in an appliance, what should I do?

Call 9-1-1. One unit will be dispatched (no lights or siren), to investigate.

6. How do I schedule a smoke & carbon monoxide alarm certification inspection for the sale of my home?

Complete the smoke alarm inspection request form or contact the Smoke Alarm Home Inspection Office at (856) 429-7441. Inspection Checklist

7. Where should smoke alarms be installed?

Smoke alarms should be installed outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement. Current laws also require a smoke alarm in each sleeping area. On floors without bedrooms, alarms should be installed in or near living areas such as dens, living rooms or family rooms.

For more information, please view the smoke and carbon monoxide detector inspection information sheet.

8. I am a senior citizen. Can I receive a free smoke alarm?

Yes. Please contact our Smoke Alarm Inspection Office at (856) 429-7441. They will assist you with any smoke alarm questions.

9. A member of my family is disabled. What does he/she need to do during a fire?

Have a well-defined escape plan on hand. Make sure that those who are confined to a wheelchair have immediate access to their wheelchair and that their exit path is completely cleared of obstructions. If the person will need help escaping during an emergency, be sure a family member is assigned to assist.

10. Where can I dispose of old gasoline / oil / paint?

The Camden County Division of Environmental Affairs holds four waste collection days each year. You can contact them at (856) 858-5241 for the next available date and location. The following items can also be disposed of at the Cherry Hill Township Municipal Garage on Pernia Boulevard:

• All types of batteries


• Motor oil


• Tires


• Waste

You can also contact Cherry Hill Township's Public Works Department at (856) 424-4422.

11. Who do I contact about a fire extinguisher that is broken or needs to be recharged?

You may search online or look up a number for a fire extinguisher authorized service contractor. The Cherry Hill Fire Department cannot service or collect fire extinguishers. You may dispose of them during household special waste collection events conducted periodically by the Camden County Division of Environmental Affairs; please contact them at 856-858-5241.

12. My basement is flooded. Can the Fire Department assist me?

When causing a hazard to electric and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment, the Fire Department does assist residents when local flooding occurs, to mitigate hazards at your property. However, there are times when we may not be able to get all of the water out.

13. I locked myself out of my house. Will the Fire Department assist me to gain access?

The Fire Department can attempt to assist you in gaining access if you are locked out, but you must sign a waiver of liability form. Some newer doors and locks make it difficult to gain entry without doing damage.

14. I called 9-1-1 for a medical emergency and a fire truck came to my home. Why is this?

CHFD vehicles are fully equipped with first-aid and basic emergency medical response supplies, including defibrillators. Our firefighters are NJ State Certified Emergency Medical Technicians. The Fire Department will respond along with EMS on all serious medical calls.

15. Why do I have to dial 9-1-1? Can't I call the fire station directly and save time?

The 9-1-1 system is designed to save valuable seconds by routing the police or fire unit that is located closest to you. Fire stations are not equipped to take emergency calls; calling the station delays response time.

16. Why do so many fire trucks have to respond?

Units are dispatched based on predetermined criteria and according to information received by the 9-1-1 dispatcher.

17. How can I receive a copy of a fire incident report for my insurance company?

Have your insurance company contact the Fire Marshal's Office at (856) 795-1340. They will work with your insurance carrier to obtain the proper report.

18. I just moved into my home and my insurance company needs to know the distance to the nearest fire hydrant. What is the distance and where would I find it?

Fire hydrants are located within 800 feet. If there is not one in front of your house, just look down the street or around the corner to locate one.

19. What important information should I advise my homeowners association or fire insurance carrier about the Cherry Hill Fire Department?

You should inform your insurance company that the Cherry Hill Fire Department is classified as an ISO Class 1, which is the highest designation from the ISO in the Public Protection Classification Program.

20. Does the Cherry Hill Fire Department participate in telephone solicitations?

No. However, some other fire service organizations do conduct fund raising campaigns for their organizations. Please use your discretion in making donations and be careful with any phone solicitation.

The Cherry Hill Fire Department does accept donations that are placed in our non-profit account (The Fire Prevention and Safety Alliance) which is used to purchase smoke detectors and batteries for senior citizens as well as non-budgeted Fire & EMS equipment . Your donation is tax deductible. Please contact the Office of the Fire Chief at (856) 795-9752 for more information.

21. I saw Cherry Hill Fire Department Units responding outside of Cherry Hill. Why were they doing that?

The Cherry Hill Fire Department provides mutual aid response to our neighboring communities when they need our assistance. Some of these communities also respond to Cherry Hill to assist us.

22. I saw a fire truck at the local supermarket and some firefighters were inside buying food. Why do firefighters use fire trucks to tend to non-emergency business?

To ensure the most effective service at the time of an emergency, our firefighter crews must stay together during their entire shift. Our firefighters work 24-hour shifts and have no scheduled meal breaks. They usually stop to pick up food and supplies for the station. They maintain constant radio contact with the dispatcher and respond to an emergency regardless of their location.

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Human Resources

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1. Where do I find current job opportunities with the Township?

All available openings are posted on our Job Opportunities page. Consequently, there is no need to contact Human Resources to inquire about current or potential job openings. 

Job Opportunities

2. Will I be notified of my application status?

Applicants will be notified of application receipt when they submit electronically or email their application or resume to applicant@chnj.gov. The notification will confirm that your application has been received. All submissions will be reviewed by Human Resources and relevant managerial staff. Human Resources will contact potential candidates - not all applicants - via phone and/or e-mail to schedule interviews. Please do not call Human Resources to request an interview and/or inquire about the status of an application/resume.

Please continue to visit our website for current job openings.

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Main Page

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1. Where do I vote?

Please contact the Municipal Clerk at (856) 488-7892, who will be able to identify your polling district and polling place location. For a list of all polling place locations in Cherry Hill Township, you may use the following internet link: Polling Places

2. Where can I obtain assistance with the installation of a child safety seat?

Child safety seat check-up events are conducted monthly at the CHFD Deer Park Station, located at 985 Cropwell Road in Cherry Hill. For dates and times, please open the flyer. For additional information, please call 856-795-9805, ext 1333. Child Safety Seat Flyer

3. How do I apply for a pet license?

Pets must be registered with the Township Clerk annually. The application must be completed, with a copy of the current rabies vaccination certificate attached.

For additional information, please contact the Municipal Clerk's Office by calling 856-488-7892. Pet License Application

4. How do I contact the Police Department?

Please contact the Cherry Hill Police Department in the following ways:

• By fax: (856) 488-7810
• By mail:
  P.O. Box 5002
  Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
• By phone: Police information at (856) 488-7828 or Police dispatch at (856) 665-1200
• In person:
  820 Mercer St.
  Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

5. When are my property taxes due?

Property taxes are due quarterly:
August 1, November 1, February 1, & May 1

6. Who are my Township Council representatives?

Please view the Township Council webpage of the Staff Directory for member information.

7. Do I need a business license?

The township does not issue business licenses; however, a zoning permit is required for every new business, tenant fit-out, or use to ensure it is a permitted use in such a zone.

Subsequent building or sign permits or specialty licenses (food preparation, massage, taxi, etc.) may also be required from the clerk’s office. Please contact Business Advocate Natalie Barney by calling (856) 432-8706 for more information.

8. When is a permit required?

Please view the Tri-County Construction Code Association information packet.

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Municipal Clerk

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1. How do I obtain a copy of a public record (OPRA)?

Under the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) you may request a copy of a public document by sending the completed request form to the Township Clerk’s Office either by fax at (856) 488-7893, via the contact us form, or by mail to:
820 Mercer St.
Room 107
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

2. How do I get a copy of my birth, marriage, civil union, domestic partnership, or a relative’s death certificate?

Certified copies of vital records are available in the town where the event occurred. Proof of relationship to the person named on the record is required by state law. There is a fee for each certified copy requested. Please contact the Township Clerk’s Office for further instructions if you would like to request a certified copy of a vital record where the event occurred in Cherry Hill.

• View the Request for Certified Copies Application.

3. Where can I find Township Ordinances and Resolutions?

Click the link below to find the Township's Ordinances and Resolutions

Ordinances and Resolutions

4. Where can I find the Township's Municipal Code?

Please view the Municipal Code for more information.

5. How do I apply for a pet license?

Pets must be registered with the Township Clerk annually. The application must be completed, with a copy of the current rabies vaccination certificate attached.

For additional information, please contact the Municipal Clerk's Office by calling 856-488-7892. Pet License Application

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Municipal Court

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1. I have a traffic ticket with an appearance date, but the officer did not check the box labeled “court appearance required.” Do I need to come to court?

No. If the box is not checked, you need to pay the ticket by the appearance date or call the Municipal Court at (856) 488-7850 to enter a plea of not guilty. There are instructions on the back of the ticket. If you are not sure what you need to do, please call the court to verify the information on the ticket.

2. Why can’t I find my ticket on the website?

There are two reasons a ticket may not be available on the website. The ticket has not been filed with the Municipal Court or there is a typographical error in the ticket information.

A filing delay of 10-14 days is typical for tickets issued by the New Jersey State Police, Camden County Park Police, and Delaware River Port Authority / Port Authority Transit Corporation. Tickets issued by Cherry Hill Police Department are usually available online by 5:00 pm the day after the date of the ticket.

If you suspect a typographical error, please contact the court by calling (856) 488-7850 for assistance.

3. How do I pay for a ticket onlline?

Please visit our Municipal Court Page for more information.

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Office of the Mayor

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1. How do I make an appointment to speak with the mayor?

Call the main office at (856) 488-7878 and talk to a member of our staff about your particular question or concern. These issues can often be handled by a member of our staff, in cooperation with other township departments who have direct oversight for that particular area.

In every case, the Mayor's Office staff will help guide you through the process and take the best course of action to deliver results.

2. Who are my Township Council representatives?

Please view the Township Council webpage of the Staff Directory for member information.

3. When are Township Council meetings? How can I recommend someone for a mayoral proclamation?

The Township Council meets at 7:30 pm on the second and fourth Monday of every month in Room 208 of the Municipal Building.

The mayor and council like to recognize noteworthy occasions and individuals within the community at the start of each council meeting. To recommend a particular individual or cause or inquire about the proclamation process, please contact the Mayor's Office staff by calling (856) 488-7878.

4. Can I fill out a Customer Survey regarding my experience?

Our Customer Survey is available online for your feedback.

5. How do I report a problem/concern?

Please use our Request Tracker to submit your problem/concern.

6. How do I get free leaf bags?

Please visit our leaf bags page for more information.

7. Where can I find Township News?

Visit our News Flash page for all of the Township's news.

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Police Department

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1. Main Cherry Hill Police Numbers

Police Dispatch - (856) 665-1200
Headquarters/Police Information - (856) 488-7828
Investigative Unit - (856) 488-7833
Traffic Safety Squad - (856) 488-7820
Police Records Office - (856) 488-7822
Community Relations Office - (856) 488-7813
Internal Affairs Unit - (856) 488-7815

2. What can a motorist expect during a traffic stop?

During a traffic stop, the officer may activate the police vehicle emergency lights and/or siren to gain your attention. Please pull your vehicle over to a safe location. Additional officers may arrive to assist. The officer will approach you and state his/her name and department and advise why you have been stopped. Next, the officer will request your license, registration and insurance identification card. Overall, the motorist can expect to be treated fairly, courteously, and in a professional manner.

3. How do I contact the Police Department?

Please contact the Cherry Hill Police Department in the following ways:

• FAX: (856) 488-7810
• MAIL: P.O. Box 5002 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
• PHONE: Police information at (856) 488-7828 or Police dispatch at
  (856) 665-1200
• IN PERSON: 820 Mercer St. Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

4. When do I call 9-1-1?

Please dial 9-1-1 if you are calling:

• To report a fire
• To request emergency medical assistance
• When a crime is in progress

Hearing impaired residents can call 9-1-1-TDD, a telephone device for the deaf.

If you are calling from a cell phone in Cherry Hill, please dial the direct Police Department phone number, (856) 665-1200, even in an emergency. Otherwise, if you dial 9-1-1 from your cell phone your call will be transferred to the nearest cellular tower, not the Cherry Hill Police Department.

Alarm systems should be programmed to call (856) 665-1200, never 9-1-1.

The Cherry Hill Police Department’s regular phone number, (856) 665-1200, also handles nonemergency situations, including

• Noise complaints
• Traffic problems
• Vandalism

5. How do I get a copy of a Police Report?

The Police Records Department is open Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm.

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Public Works

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1. Why wasn't my trash, recycling, or yard waste picked up?

Please contact the Public Works Department by calling (856) 424-4422.

2. How do I report a pothole?

Contact the Public Works Department by calling (856) 424-4422 to determine if the location of the pothole is county, state, or township responsibility or report the pothole online using our Report a Pothole.

3. How do I report a sewer emergency?

If you are experiencing a sewer emergency during normal business hours (M - F, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm), please call (856) 424-4422. If it is the weekend or off hours, please call (856) 665-1200.

4. Whose responsibility is the curbside tree?

All trees and debris from the removal of trees located on the property of the homeowner, up to and including the curb, are the responsibility of the homeowner.

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Purchasing

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1. Can a bid package be sent before receiving the vendor’s payment?

We must receive payment prior to releasing a bid package.

2. Can the bid package be sent via overnight delivery?

Yes. We can send a bid package via overnight delivery provided the vendor advises us of their delivery account number.

3. How can I get on to your vendor list?

View the Vendor List online form, enter your contact information and you will be entered on our Vendor List to be notified of future bids or quotations. Vendor List

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Recreation

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1. How do I register for classes and programs?

You may register in person, by mail, or online. Visa and MasterCard are only accepted when registering online. If registering in person or by mail, a registration form must be properly filled out, signed, and submitted with your payment of cash or check (made payable to Cherry Hill Township) to:
Recreation Department
820 Mercer St.
Room 102
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

2. I just registered for a class! Will I receive confirmation?

You will receive a written or emailed receipt for your purchase of each class. You may or may not receive correspondence from your instructor or the Cherry Hill Recreation Department prior to your first class. Please report to the first day of your scheduled class unless specified by the Recreation Department.

3. How will I know if class is cancelled?

You will be notified by phone and/or email by a member of the Cherry Hill Recreation Department regarding all class cancellations and/or class schedule modifications. For class cancellations due to inclement weather, we will do our best to notify registrants via phone/email. You may also go online to www.CherryHill-NJ.com/Recreation or Facebook (@Cherry Hill Recreation Department).

4. As a nonresident, am I allowed to sign up for classes?

Yes, unless otherwise noted. A $10 nonresident fee is required for each eligible class. Residents are given first priority to register. Free courses are limited to Cherry Hill residents, except for senior line dancing, square dancing and ceramics, which require a nonresident fee each semester.

5. I’d like to teach a course, how do I get started?

Cherry Hill Recreation is always looking for experienced and talented instructors for future programs in the following fields: sports, science, exercise, dance & music, language arts, art & creativity, hobbies and leisure and adult enrichment.

For program proposals and for more information, click here.

6. Where can I find information about seasonal programs/events?

All classes and upcoming events are listed seasonally in the Community Magazine that is mailed out to most residents as soon as it's available. The Community Magazine can also be downloaded online at www.CherryHill-NJ.com/Recreation or picked up in the Cherry Hill Recreation Department, 820 Mercer Street, Room 102. You may also call the Recreation Department at 856-488-7868 for more information.

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Red Light Camera

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1. What is red light running?

A violation occurs when a motorist enters an intersection after the signal light has turned red. Motorists trapped inadvertently in an intersection when the signal changes to red (for example: waiting to turn left) are not red light runners.

2. Is red light running really a problem?

Red light running is one of the major causes of collisions, deaths, and injuries at signalized intersections in the U.S. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that 20% of drivers do not obey intersection signals.

Crashes caused by red light running result in more than 800 fatalities and 165,000 injuries each year, according to the NHTSA. The economic impact of red light running on society is estimated to be $14 billion annually. Other motorists and pedestrians account for nearly half the deaths caused by red light running crashes.

3. What are red light cameras and how do they work?

Red light cameras help communities enforce traffic laws by automatically photographing
vehicles whose drivers run red lights.

View how red light cameras work for more information on the functionality of the cameras.

4. Isn't conventional police enforcement sufficient?

Traditional traffic law enforcement is intensive and high-risk. Police departments rely exclusively on the presence of officers to observe violations and cite offenders, which is limiting. Officers cannot be everywhere. When officers observe a violation, it is not always possible to safely stop the violator because the officer may have to speed or run a red light to do so. This can endanger motorists and pedestrians as well as police officers. Plus, traffic stops in high-traffic areas can increase congestion.

Communities lack the resources necessary to allow police to patrol intersections as often as would be needed to ticket all motorists who run red lights and thereby make a significant impact on red light running. Red light cameras are designed to identify traffic law violators without depending on the presence of police officers, allowing communities to focus on other enforcement needs.

5. Does my community really need red light cameras? I've heard that extending yellow signal timing can be sufficient.

The use of adequate yellow signal timing reduces red light running-related injuries and
collisions, bur longer yellow timing used together with red light cameras provides a more
significant decrease in incidents of red light running.

• View the red light field study results conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for more information.

6. Isn't it more dangerous for motorists to slam on their brakes if they fear running a red light rather than to simply keep driving?

Redflex technology is designed to photograph only those vehicles entering the intersection after the light has turned red. While drivers who fear a ticket for red light running can cause a rear-end collision by applying their brakes too quickly, these types of accidents are far less dangerous than the typical right-angle collision caused by red light running. This suggests a positive aggregate benefit.

A 2007 study of three Iowa communities equipped with red light cameras found no increase in rear-end collisions. A 2005 study in Raleigh, North Carolina, showed a 25% reduction in rear-end accidents. Columbus, Ohio experienced an 81% decrease in rear-end collisions at its first installed intersections after one year.

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Residential Resale Inspections

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1. Why do I need to apply for 2 Resale Inspections?

The Township requires an exterior inspection through the Office of Property Maintenance while the Fire Department conducts an inspection per New Jersey Fire Code.

2. What is the cost of a Residential Resale Inspection CCO?

The cost of inspection is $100, due prior to inspection. Checks and applications can be mailed or dropped off at the Public Works Complex, 1 Perina Boulevard, from 8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Payment can also be processed utilizing the online application.

3. What items are to be inspected during a Residential Resale CCO Inspection?

Items to be inspected include: sidewalks, driveways, fences, trees, sanitation, grading and drainage, natural growth, exhaust vents, discharge of sump pumps, accessory structures and ground surface hazards (See specifics).

4. What is the cost of a CHFD Residential Resale Inspection?

Requests received eight (8) calendar days or more prior to the settlement date: $100.00

Requests received seven (7) calendar days prior to the settlement date: $115.00

Requests received three (3) calendar days or less prior to the settlement date: $162.00

Re-inspection Fee: $35.00

Sellers age 62 & over may deduct $30.00 from the first inspection fee - PROOF OF AGE REQUIRED

Payment is due at the time of inspection in the form of check or money order.

5. How do I schedule a smoke & carbon monoxide alarm certification inspection for the sale of my home?

Complete the smoke alarm inspection request form or contact the Smoke Alarm Home Inspection Office at (856) 429-7441.

Inspection Checklist

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RISE

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1. If I have questions, who do I contact?

If you have questions about Cherry Hill Township’s RISE program, you can email questions to RISE@chnj.gov or you can call (856) 910-9686. A team member will respond within five (5) business days. 

2. Who can apply for both subrecipient and direct beneficiary grants?

Non-profits, small businesses, 3^rd parties and other governmental organizations.

3. What is the maximum dollar amount that I can apply for?

Up to $45,000 or to an amount of need that may be clearly demonstrated by applicants.

4. What are eligible uses of ARPA funds?

Eligible uses for awarded subrecipient ARPA funds are any costs associated with designing and implementing a project or program to mitigate or respond to an impact created by the pandemic on an identified population or group within the community.  Each awarded subrecipient will be required to provide proof of expenditures associated with the program as well as report on the performance of the program itself. 

Eligible uses for awarded beneficiary ARPA funds include

• Supporting payroll and benefits
• Costs to retain employees
• Mortgage, rent utility and other operating costs
• Technical assistance, counseling, or other services to support business planning
• Support to mitigate financial hardship

5. What are ineligible costs?

• Loss that bears no relation or is grossly disproportionate to the type or extent of harm experienced due to the COVID‐19 public health emergency.
• Contributions to rainy day funds, financial reserves, or similar funds.
• Payment of interest or principal on outstanding debt instruments. 
• Inherently religious activities, such as worship, religious instruction, or proselytization, and/or those that promote or inhibit religious interest.
• Lobbying, support of candidates for public office, or other political activities.
• Economic hardship incurred for reasons other than the pandemic.
• Direct reimbursement for invoices, receipts, or expenditures prior to March 3, 2021.

6. What is the difference between a beneficiary and subrecipient?

Subrecipients are entities that receive a subaward from the Township of Cherry Hill to carry out a program or project on behalf of the Township.  These subrecipient awards will be provided through a combination of an application process and form of legal agreement/contract between the subrecipient and the Township. Subrecipients must comply with the applicable requirements in the Treasury’s Uniform Guidance including the treatment of eligible uses of funds, procurement, and reporting requirements, including audit pursuant to the Single Audit Act and 2 CFR 200, Subpart F.  In contrast, beneficiaries are entities that receive funds for the purpose of directly benefitting from the funds granted to combat the negative public health or economic impacts caused by the pandemic.  Beneficiaries are not subject to the same monitoring and reporting requirements of a subrecipient.

7. If I received a private business loan to cover operating expenses due to COVID-19, do I need to disclose that on my application as an alternate funding source and potential duplication of benefit?

In the duplication of benefit calculation, repayable private business loans are not considered a form of alternate funding assistance and should not be considered when calculating a duplication of benefits.

8. What is a duplication of benefit?

A duplication of benefit exists if an applicant applies for RISE grant funding for the same use or impact previously applied for and made whole through alternate federal, state, or local grant funds.  

9. What happens if it is determined my application award would result in a duplication of benefit?

To assist in determining if a duplication of benefit exists, applicants are required to disclose all alternate funding previously applied for and received for the same impact and/or use they are currently applying for through the Township’s RISE program.  Applicants will also be required to fill out an Exhibit to demonstrate the total value of the estimated need and/or impact and itemize all alternate funding received for the same.  If the need is less than the total of the alternate and RISE grant funding being applied for, a duplication of benefits exists and the applicant would not be eligible for RISE grant funding. In some instances, a reduced RISE grant application amount may result in eligibility, as long as the total need remains equal to, or greater than, the total amount of alternate and RISE grant funding combined. 

10. I am interested in submitting a bid for one or more of the infrastructure projects the RISE. Where can I find information on how to submit a bid for these projects when they are released?

Contractors, consultants and/or vendors that may be interested in submitting a bid for ARPA infrastructure projects should visit the Township’s Purchasing Department website located here - https://www.chnj.gov/191/Purchasing.  Vendors may fill out the Vendor Form to be added to the Cherry Hill Township Vendor List or a contractor, consultant and/or vendor can sign up to receive a text message or email when new bids are posted to the Purchasing website.

 Please note, as part of the ARPA treasury requirements, all contractors, consultants, and/or vendors are required to have a SAM.Gov ID number.  The process to register with SAM.gov is free, but please note, due to a recent influx of registrations, it may take up to 6-8 weeks to finalize your registration, so please keep this in mind. More information about this process can be found here: US Federal Contractor Registration (USFCR) | SAM.gov Registrations.

Finally, the contracts for these infrastructure projects will be required to adhere to federal procurement and contracting requirements found in 2CFR200. A summary of those provisions and requirements can be found here:  Federal Contract Provision

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Tax Collector

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1. When are my property taxes due?

Property taxes are due quarterly:
August 1, November 1, February 1, & May 1

2. When is my sewer rent due?

Residential Sewer Rent is due annually: April 1
Commercial Sewer Rent is due semi-annually: November 1 and May 1

3. Where do my tax dollars go?

Visit our "Break It Down" page for a graphical depiction of the share of your tax dollars received by various government entities and find contact information for each.

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Voting

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1. Am I registered to vote?

Search the Division of Elections database. Search Here

2. Where do I vote?

Please contact the Municipal Clerk at (856) 488-7892, who will be able to identify your polling district and polling place location. For a list of all polling place locations in Cherry Hill Township, you may use the following internet link:

Polling Places

3. Where and how do I register to vote?

Voter Registration applications are available at the Cherry Hill Township Municipal Clerk’s Office, located in Room 107 of the Municipal Building as well as at the Division of Motor Vehicles and at many state and county agencies. Please call the Township Clerk’s Office at (856) 488-7892 for additional information.

All Voter Registration forms must be returned to the Camden County Board of Elections office or to the Cherry Hill Township Clerk’s Office, at least 21 days prior to the next election to be eligible to vote in Cherry Hill.