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Administration

Administrator's Office Information
- 2022 User Friendly Budget
  This document comprises the information required by the State for the 2022 User Friendly Budget

Animal Control

Public Safety - Animal Control Information
- 2022/2023 Cat License Application
- 4:22-17 Cruelty; certain acts, crime; degrees
  4:22-17 Cruelty; certain acts, crime; degrees.
- 4:22-26 Penalties for various acts constituting cruelty
  4:22-26 Penalties for various acts constituting cruelty.
- Guide to Prevention of Animal Cruelty Laws 2018
  Guide to Prevention of Animal Cruelty Laws 2018

Building

Building - Guides & Handouts
- Dwelling Existence Certification
  Zoning Application - Dwelling Existence Certification
- Lake Communities Release
  Zoning Application - Lake Communities Release
- New Sign Ordinance 8/5/2011
- Retaining Wall Handout
- Swimming Pool Guide
- Temporary Outdoor Commercial Sales Event Permit-Farmers Market Application
- Township of West Milford Highlands Exemption Determination Application
  Zoning Application - The purpose of this application is to determine whether or not a proposed project is exempt from the provisions of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act.
- Woodstove Installation Guide
- Zoning FAQ's
  Zoning Information and frequently asked questions
- Zoning Permit Application
- ACQ Pressure Treated Wood Warning
  This handout covers new rules for use of the ACQ Treated Wood used in decks and outdoor projects
- Deck Construction Guide
- Egress Window Requirements
  This guide details the code requirements of Egress Windows in sleeping rooms.
- Energy Code Perscriptive Package Chart
- Garden and Tool Sheds
  This guide has Zoning and Building Code requirements for garden and tool sheds.
- Guide for your Building Permit Application
- Numbering Of Buildings
- Prescriptive Package Worksheet
- Radon Systems for New Homes
  This guide details requirements for passive radon ventilation systems for new residential and educational buildings.
- Smoke Detectors
  This guide has requirements for smoke detectors in new homes and additions.
Building Department Information
- Site Plan Tracker - Zoning
  Site Plan Tracker - Zoning

Cable TV Commission "WM77"

Cable TV Commission Information
- Broadcast Request Form
  Broadcast Request Form
- Community Bulletin Board Posting Form
  Community Bulletin Board Posting Form
- Equipment Request Form & Incident Report
  Equipment Request Form & Incident Report
- Performer Release Form
  Performer Release Form
- Producer Agreement and Indemnification
  Producer Agreement and Indemnification
- Student Release Form
  Student Release Form
- WM TV 77 Policies & Procedures
  WM TV 77 Policies & Procedures
- Work for Hire Agreement
  Work for Hire Agreement

Clerk's Office

Community Services & Recreation

Bubbling Springs Day Camp Information
- Bubbling Springs Day Camp Brochure
- CIT camp application
- Day Camp Registration Packet 2023
- Summer Employment Application
Bubbling Springs Lake Information
Community Services & Recreation - Programs
- Indoor Soccer
- Pickleball-Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
- Rec Basketball Leagues
Community Services & Recreation - Spring Programs
- Adult Co-Ed Spring Volleyball
- Boating Safety
- Bob Ross Art Classes April - June
- Cooking Classes Personal Pizza Edition
- Family Frog Night
- Gold FH Spring Academy
- Imagine with Music PJ Party
- Kids Trout Fishing Derby
- Learn to Garden
- Mountain Warriors Hiking Club
- Mountain Warriors Hiking Club
- Multi Sports & Soccer Squirts
- Pickleball beginner clinic flyer starts 5-11
- PM Pickleball
- PM Pickleball 4-13
- Spring Cooking Classes
- Spring Skate Clinic
- Spring Soccer Registration
- Spring Vinyasa Yoga
- The Art Club Flyer- tuesday added
- The Kids Art Club
Community Services & Recreation - Summer Programs
- Battle of the Paddle
- Girls Camp
- Golf Camp
- Intro to Archery for Adults
- Intro to Archery for Kids
- Intro to Rowing
- Lego Camp
- Pump Track Clinic
- Soccer Camp
- Summer Concert Series
- Tennis Camp
- Youth Field Hockey
- Youth Volleyball
Community Services & Recreation Information
- Bus Information
- Bus- Passenger Conduct
- Bus Schedule
- Employment Application
- Field Permit Application - revised 1-7-22
- Hold Harmless
- Permit - Bubbling Springs
- Permit - Field
- Permit - Library with Hold Harmless
- Permit - Town Hall
- Permit - Wallisch Estates
- Permit - West Milford Recreation Center
- Registration Guidelines and ADA Statement
Senior Services
Teen Center/Coffee House Events
- Permit-Teen Center Civic Group
- Permit-Teen Center Public
- Teen Center rental flier - CIVIC
- Teen Center Rental flier - Public
Veterans Information
- Supportive Services for Veteran Families
  Supportive Services for Veteran Families
- Veteran Homeless Initiative
  Veteran Homeless Initiative
West Milford Municipal Alliance - C.A.S.A.
- Hidden in Plain Sight
- Marijuana Candy
  The use of marijuana candy has been increasing in New Jersey and nearby states. This poses serious health risks to users, especially children during Halloween.

Employees

Employee Information
- Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual
  Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual
- Plan Document Summary 2017
  Health and Dental Benefits Summary for Active Employees and Retirees

Engineering

Engineering Division F.E.M.A. Flood Maps
- F.E.M.A. Flood Map Index
- Map Number 34031C0015F
- Map Number 34031C0016F
- Map Number 34031C0017F
- Map Number 34031C0018F
- Map Number 34031C0019F
- Map Number 34031C0028F
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- Map Number 34031C0117F
- Map Number 34031C0118F
- Map Number 34031C0119F
- Map Number 34031C0126F
- Map Number 34031C0127F
- Map Number 34031C0128F
- Map Number 34031C0129F
- Map Number 34031C0131F
- Map Number 34031C0136F
- Map Number 34031C0138F
Engineering Division General Information
- Flood Zone Determination
  Flood Zone Determination Information
- Minor Soil Permit
  Minor Soil Permit Application
- Site Plan Tracker - Engineering
  Track Engineering Division status of active Lot Development Plan review
Engineering Division Storm Water Outfall Maps
- Storm Water Outfall Key Map
- Sheet 1 of 10
- Sheet 2 of 10
- Sheet 3 of 10
- Sheet 4 of 10
- Sheet 5 of 10
- Sheet 6 of 10
- Sheet 7 of 10
- Sheet 8 of 10
- Sheet 9 of 10
- Sheet 10 of 10
Engineering Division Storm Water SWPPP
- West Milford Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
  The package of West Milford Stormwater reporting is available for review. The document contains a copy of the Tier A MS4 NJPDES permit, a summary of permit requirements, the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), the Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP), the 2018 annual report, questionnaire and Illicit Connection Reports.
- Stormwater Control Ordinances
  The link above will direct users to the West Milford Township Code for searching and review of the Stormwater Control Ordinances.
Engineering Division Tax Maps
- General Key Map
- Key Map 1
- Key Map 2
- Key Map 3
- Key Map 4
- Sheet 1
- Sheet 1.01
- Sheet 2
- Sheet 2.01
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- Sheet 38.01
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- Sheet 50
- Sheet 50.01
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- Sheet 52.01
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- Sheet 100.01
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Engineering Division West Milford Street Map
- Township Street Map - Front
  The West Milford Township Street Map - Front provides a map of the Township and streets.
- Township Street Map - Back
  The West Milford Township Street Map - Back provides an index of streets in reference to the front of the map, recycling information, snow season information, municipal contacts and a description of the Township and tax dollar distribution.

Environmental Commission

Environmental Commission Information
- ADOPT A STORM DRAIN CAMPAIGN
  The WM Environmental Commission, in collaboration with the WM Department of Public Works, have begun the volunteer Adopt A Storm Drain program to encourage residents to keep storm drains near their residences clear of leaves, debris, and snow/ice.
- BLACK BEAR INFORMATION - NJDEP
  NJDEP Update - Spring 2014 - Black Bear Management
- Community Forestry Management Plan 06-24-15- West Milford Township
  Community Forestry Management Plan 06-24-15
- EMERALD ASH BORER ALERT 2014
  NJ Dept. of Agriculture has issued an alert: The Emerald Ash Borer has been discovered in Somerset County, NJ. Residents are encouraged to check any ash trees located on their properties for signs of infestation.
- EMERALD ASH BORER UPDATE 2018
  Updated information on the Emerald Ash Borer May 2018
- FALL ACTIVITY FOR BEARS BEGINS - UPDATE FROM NJDEP
- Gypsy Moth - Asian
  Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM) in North America
- Gypsy Moth Origin
  Origin of the gypsy moth in North America
- Gypsy Moths With Fungal Disease
  Fungal Disease of the Gypsy Moth in North America
- Help Find Wild Hazelnuts
  Locate wild hazelnuts in the community and assist with the Hybrid Hazelnut Consortium, a project with the Arbor Day Foundation. For more information, go to arborday.org/wildhazelnuts
- Invasive Species Survey - West Milford C.F.M.P.
- On-Site Wastewater Treatment System Management Plan for West Milford
  Final report (without Appendices) of the OWTS Management Plan developed by Princeton Hydro through a grant provided by the NJDEP.
- PLASTIC POLLUTION REDUCTION ACT
- PLASTIC POLLUTION REDUCTION ACT FACT SHEET
- PLASTIC POLLUTION REDUCTION POSTER
- Shade Tree Ordinance-500-84
- Spotted Lanternfly
  Updated information on the Spotted Lanternfly threatening our trees.
- Stormwater Management Regulations-NJAC 7:8
  Stormwater Management Regulations
- Stormwater Mgt-Municipal Program NJAC 7:14A-25
  Municipal Stormwater Program - State Statutes
- Stormwater Mgt-MunicOff-Nonstructural-Questionnaire
  Stormwater Mgt. - Municipal Official Nonstructural Strategies Questionnaire
- Stormwater-Nonstructural Strategies
  Stormwater-Nonstructural Strategies Checklist
- Stormwater-Water Resources Contact Info
  Stormwater Resources Contact Info
- TRAILS MASTER PLAN
  The Trails Master Plan was developed by the WM Environmental Commission with funds provided through a Smart Growth Planning Grant from ANJEC, and with the assistance of Banisch Associates, NY/NJ Trail Conference and several other local recreational and environmental organizations. The document is a compilation of hiking, biking, and multi use trails within the Township's borders that form an interconnected network to provide a green and sustainable infrastructure for resident and tourist mobility. The Inventory of Trails will be updated periodically when new trails are created or become accessible.
- Waterfowl Ordinance
  Ordinance prohibiting the feeding of waterfowl on lands or waterways located in the Township of West Milford. Effective May 10, 2011.
- West Milford Township Tree Ordinances
- Wildlife Guardians Project
  Wildlife Guardians Project - Volunteers needed to survey transects of roads weekly to document wildlife crossings or road kill. Collaborative project with the NJDEP.
- 2010 Annual Report of the WM Environmental Commission
- A Homeower's Guide to Septic Systems
  Everything you always wanted to know...
- After the Storm
  A Citizen's Guide to Understanding Stormwater.
- An Environmentally Friendly Lawn Care Guide
  Protection for streams and reservoirs begins in your backyard.
- Backyard Leaf Composting
  A fact sheet from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
- Clean Water for Our Town
  A residents' checklist for clean water.
- Clean Water Raingers
  A coloring book for the kids.
- Evaluation of Groundwater Resources of West Milford Township
  Evaluation of Groundwater Resources of West Milford Township, Passaic County, New Jersey - November 26, 2003 (Approx. 5.11 MB)
- Forest Restoration Project at Apshawa Preserve
  The New Jersey Conservation Foundation has embarked on a 300-acre forest restoration fencing project to exclude deer at the Apshawa Preserve in West Milford, Passaic County, New Jersey in order to reduce the overabundant deer population and assist the forest to be resilient to the threats posed by surbanbanization, non-native plants, pathogens, insect invaders, and climate change.
- Home Composting
  A fact sheet from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
- Household Hints for Clean Water
  An EPA brochure with easy to follow suggestions on how to help keep our water clean.
- Minimizing Waste Disposal: Grass Clippings
  A fact sheet from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
- Pest Alert - Emerald Ash Borer
  Information on the Emerald Ash Borer, a beetle that is threatening to destroy ash trees and has been discovered to be moving from state to state primarily through firewood from infected areas.
- Septic System Installations
  A message from your Township of West Milford Department of Health.
- Tips for saving water
  Water conservation is important for the protection of our drinking water resources.
- Using Leaf Compost
  A fact sheet from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
- Vermicomposting (Worm Composting)
  A fact sheet from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
- What is Ground Water?
  A DEP brochure explaning ground water, the water cycle, and water conservation.
- What is Nonpoint Source Pollution?
  And where does it come from?
- What's a watershed?
  Can you find your watershed "address"?
- Yard Trimmings Management Strategies
  A fact sheet from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
West Milford Lake Grant Project
- Scenario #1
  Possible option #1 for discussion prepared by consultant Princeton Hydro
- Scenario #2
  Possible option #2 for discussion prepared by consultant Princeton Hydro
- Scenario #3
  Possible option #3 for discussion prepared by consultant Princeton Hydro
- West Milford Lake Dam Removal Survey
- West Milford Lake Final Report
  The final report from the West Milford Environmental Commission study of West Milford Lake, funded in part from an Association of New Jersey Environmental Commission Smart Growth Planning Grant. (12.4 MB)

Finance & Purchasing

Finance - Annual Audit
- 2023 User Friendly Budget
  This document comprises the information required by the State for the 2023 User Friendly Budget.
- 2018 Annual Audit
  This document comprises the Annual Audit for 2018.
- 2019 Annual Audit
  This document comprises the Annual Audit for 2019
- 2020 Annual Audit
  This document comprises the Annual Audit for 2020.
- 2021 Annual Audit
  This document comprises the Annual Audit for 2021.
Finance - Annual Debt Statement
- 2019 Annual Debt Statement
  This document comprises the Annual Debt Statement for 2019
- 2020 Annual Debt Statement
  This document comprises the Annual Debt Statement for 2020.
- 2021 Annual Debt Statement
  This document comprises the Annual Debt Statement for 2021.
- 2022 Annual Debt Statement
  This document comprises the Annual Debt Statement for 2022.
Finance - Annual Financial Statement
- 2019 Annual Financial Statement
  This document comprises the Annual Financial Statement for 2019
- 2020 Annual Financial Statement
  This document comprises the Annual Financial Statement for 2020.
- 2021 Annual Financial Statement
  This document comprises the Annual Financial Statement for 2021.
- 2022 Annual Financial Statement
  This document comprises the Annual Financial Statement for 2022.
Finance - Bill List
- Bill List
  The current bill list.
Finance - Budget
- 2018 Municipal Budget
  This document comprises the Municipal Budget adopted on June 13, 2018
- 2018 Solid Waste Budget
  This document comprises the Solid Waste Budget for 2018 as adopted on June 13, 2018
- 2018 User Friendly Budget
  This document comprises the information required by the State for the 2018 User Friendly Budget.
- 2019 Municipal Budget
  This document comprises the Municipal Budget for 2019 adopted on September 11, 2019
- 2019 Solid Waste Budget
  This document comprises the Solid Waste Budget for 2019 adopted on September 11, 2019
- 2019 User Friendly Budget
  This document comprises the information required by the State for the 2019 User Friendly Budget.
- 2020 Adopted Municipal Budget
  This document comprises the Municipal Budget for 2020 adopted on May 20, 2020.
- 2020 Adopted Solid Waste Budget
  This document comprises the Solid Waste Budget adopted on May 20,2020.
- 2020 User Friendly Budget
  This document comprises the information required by the State for the 2020 User Friendly Budget.
- 2021 Adopted Municipal Budget
  This document comprises the Municipal Budget for 2021 adopted on April 21,2021
- 2021 Adopted Solid Waste Budget
  This document comprises the Solid Waste budget for 2021 adopted on April 21, 2021
- 2021 User Friendly Budget
  This document comprises the information required by the State for the 2021 User Friendly Budget.
- 2022 Municipal Budget
  This document comprises the Municipal Budget as adopted on May 4, 2022
- 2022 Solid Waste Budget
  This document comprises the Solid Waste budget as adopted on May 4, 2022
- 2022 User Friendly Budget
  This document comprises the information required by the State for the 2022 User Friendly Budget.
- 2023 Municipal Budget
  This document comprises the Municipal Budget as adopted on May 17, 2023.
- 2023 Solid Waste Budget
  This document comprises the Solid Waste Budget as adopted on May 17, 2023

Fire Prevention

Public Safety - Fire Prevention Information
- Application for Certificate of Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Alarm, & Fire Extinguisher Compliance
- Business Registration & Emergency Information Form
- Carbon Monoxide Detector Requirements In All Occupancies
  NJ Division of Fire Safety Bulletin - Requirements For Carbon Monoxide Detectors In All Occupancies
- Certificate of Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Alarm, Fire Extinguisher Compliance Requirements
- Fire Safety Permit
- Fire Safety Permit Requirements
- Food Truck Vendor Regulations
- NJ DEP Forest Fire Application For Recreational Fire Permit
  NJ Department of Environmental Protection Forest Fire Service Application for Recreational Fire Permit (NJ Forest Fire Andover Office phone 973- 786-6350)
- Use of Outdoor Heaters
- House Numbering for Certificate of Smoke Detector & Carbon Monoxide Alarm Compliance
  House numbering is required as part of the Residential Fire Safety Certification.
- Smoke Detector Location
  Where to locate smoke detectors

Greenwood Lake Commission

Greenwood Lake Commission
- Ordinance 2021-026

Health

Health - Environmental Information
- Site Plan Tracker - Health
  Site Plan Tracker - Health
- Application of Inquiry Request Form
  Application of Inquiry Request Form
- Youth Camp Guideline and Proposed Standards
  Proposed Youth Camp Safety Standards
Health - License Applications
- Farm Market & Community Farmers’ Market Retail Food Establishment Application
  Farm Market & Community Farmers’ Market Retail Food Establishment Application
- Food Pantry Application
  Food Pantry Application
- Mobil Retail Food Establishment Application
  Mobil Retail Food Establishment Application
- Non-Profit Establishment Annual Part-Time Food License Application
  Non-Profit Establishment Annual Part-Time Food License Application
- Retail Food Establishment Application New Establishment Or New Owner
  Retail Food Establishment Application New Establishment Or New Owner
- Retail Food Establishment Renewal Application
  Retail Food Establishment Renewal Application
- Servicing Area Verification Form
  Servicing Area Verification Form
- Temporary Retail Food Establishment License Application
  Temporary Retail Food Establishment License Application

Human Resources

Human Resources Information
- Employment Application
  Employment Application
- Family Leave Insurance Poster
  Family Leave Insurance provisions of the New Jersey Temporary Disability Benefits Law

Nursing & Health Education

Health - Nursing Information
- Adult Health Screening flyer 2022
  Flyer displaying all of the West Milford Adult Health screening dates for the year 2022.
- West Milford 5 yrs old and under COVID-19 clinic
  Flyer describing the COVID-19 clinic being offered to child between the ages of 6 months old and 5 years old
- West Milford COVID-19 vaccination flyer
  Flyer displaying the COVID-19 vaccination services offered by the nursing department every Friday.

Office of Emergency Management

Public Safety - Office of Emergency Management
- Hurricane Sandy Health & Well-being Assessment Survey
  The Passaic County Health Dept. as part of a grant is required to have the attached survey completed by individuals affected by Hurricane Sandy. Please return to the Passaic County EOM office by email – [email protected] or fax it to 973-904-3843 by April 18th. Thank you again for your anticipated assistance in this matter.
- FEMA-News Release-Mold
  Mold Can Be a Danger After Flooding

Planning & Zoning

Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act
- Highlands Preservation Area Master Plan Element 09-27-12 Public Hearing Overview-West Milford
- Highlands Preservation Area Master Plan Element Doc-West Milford-09-27-12
- Highlands Preservation Area Master Plan Element MAPS-West Milford-06-18-12
- Highlands Water Use & Conservation Management Plan-August 2015
  The Highlands Water Use & Conservation Management Plan, a pilot program instituted in 2009, is the result of a collaborative effort between volunteer municipalities, the Highlands Council, and consultants to compile data regarding water resources in the Highlands region. This document will serve as a model for the Highlands Council's water resource management planning in the future.
- Draft Highlands Element Module 5 - Verbatim Minutes of First Public Meeting - 08-27-09
- DRAFT Model Highlands Element For Municipal Master Plans-Module 5 - Revised 9-1-09
  Draft Master Plan Supplement - Prepared by the State of New Jersey Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council in Support of the Highlands Regional Master Plan, and Charles T. McGroarty, P.P., AICP of Banisch Associates. Send comments on this document to [email protected].
- Draft Model Highlands Preservation Area Land Use Ordinance For Municipalities-Module 6
  Draft Prepared by the State of New Jersey Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council in Support of the Highlands Regional Master Plan, and Charles T. McGroarty, P.P., AICP of Banisch Associates. Send comments on this document to [email protected].
- DRAFT West Milford Module 5 Maps
  Model Highlands Element for Municipal Master Plans - West Milford Module 5 Maps *ATTENTION: LARGE FILE (APPROX 54 MB) May take several minutes to download file
- Highlands Exemptions - P.L. 2004, Chapter 120 and N.J.A.C. 7:38
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Module 3 - Random Woods
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Module 3 - Stanford Village Consistency Report
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Module 3 - Valley Ridge Consistency Report
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Module 3 - WM Housing Petition Info
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Module 4 - Draft Environmental Resource Inventory
- Highlands Petition for Plan Conformance - Module 5 - Draft Highlands Master Plan Element - October 2009
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Module 6 - Draft Highlands Land Use Regulation
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Module 7 - Checklist & Implementation Schedule
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Module 7 - Draft West Milford Self Assessment Report
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Planning & Regulatory Document List
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Planning Board Agenda
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Preservation Area Resolution
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Public Comments
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Publilc Notice
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Submission Cover Letter
- Highlands Petition For Plan Conformance - Submittal Checklist
- Letter Transmitting Draft Module 5 - 09-01-09
- Memo to Planning Board - Mod 5 - Excerpts-08-27-09
- Memo to Planning Board - Mod 5 - 08-26-09
- Memo to Planning Board - Mod 5 - Definitions - 08-31-09
Planning - GIS Map Gallery
- 1997 Natutral Resource Inventory
  This document was prepared in 1997 with the aid of a grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Office of Environmental Services. (Approx. 14.8 MB)
- Airport Hazard Zone
  This map overlays the Airport Hazard Zone on to NJ DEP aerial photography from 1995/97.
- Official Township of West Milford Zoning Map
  The official Township of West Milford Zoning Map as updated on January 11, 2008. (Approx. 1MB)
Planning - Guides & Handouts
- Dwelling Existence Certification
  Zoning Application - Dwelling Existence Certification Form
- Lake Communities Release
  Zoning Application - Lake Communities Release Form
- Temporary Outdoor Permit Application & Instructions
- Township of West Milford Highlands Exemption Determination Application
  Zoning Application - The purpose of this application is to determine whether or not a proposed project is exempt from the provisions of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act
- Zoning FAQ's
  Zoning Information and frequently asked questions
- Zoning Permit Application
Planning Department Information
- Passaic County Highlands Greenway Feasibility Study
  Development of a comprehensive public outreach plan used to determine the feasibility of introducing a contiguous greenway through Passaic County Highlands Communities historically served by the New York and Greenwood Lake Railway.
- Short Term Rental -PB DRAFT Ordinance
  This draft document on short term rentals is under review by the Planning Board prior to referral to the Township Council for consideration.
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2014 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2016 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2017 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2018 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2019 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2020 Annual Report
- Planning Director's Report on Highlands Council Regional Master Plan-02-02-2007
  Planning Director's Report to Township Council regarding the Highlands Council Regional Master Plan. February 2, 2007
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2004 Anuual Report
  Zoning Board of Adjustment - 2004 Anuual Report for January - December 2004
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2005 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2006 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2007 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2008 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2009 Annual Report
- Zoning Board of Adjustment 2010 Annual Report to Mayor and Council
Zoning
- Temporary Outdoor Activity Permit - Fillable PDF
  This form can be completed online, printed and submitted with the required documents and fee to the Building-Planning-Zoning Dept.
- Temporary Outdoor Permit Application & Instructions
  Application and instructions for completing and submitting a Temporary Outdoor Commercial Sales/Activity Event application.
- Zoning FAQ's
  General Zoning information and frequently asked questions
- Zoning Permit Application

Planning Board

Master Plan
- Highlands Master Plan Element Land Use Map
- Highlands Master Plan Re-Exam Report 03-07-13
- Highlands Preservation Area Master Plan Element-West Milford-09-27-12
- Highlands Preservation Area Master Plan MAPS-West Milford-06-18-12
- Land Use Plan Element Draft - December 2014
  Draft Land Use Plan Element of the Township of West Milford Master Plan - December 2014
- Land Use Plan Element of the Township of West Milford Master Plan - December 7, 2017
  Township of West Milford Master Plan Land Use Plan Element - Public Hearing on December 7, 2017 at 7:30 pm, West Milford Municipal Building, 1480 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ 07480
- Open Space & Recreation Plan Element Update
  For a copy of this document, please contact the Clerk’s Office.
- Open Space Plan and Addendum to Greenway and Prioritization Plan
  Open Space Plan & Addendum to Greenway and Prioritization Plan 2008
- Sustainable Economic Development Plan-Approved
- Trails Master Plan
  WM Trails Master Plan August 2014
- Brownfields 03/17/04
  Initial contact with Ms. Deborah Hoffman, Director of Passaic County Department of Economic Development re: Passaic County Brownfields Commission.
- Brownfields 05/11/05
  Michael Tfank thanks Ms. Hoffman and the Passaic County Brownfields Commission for their May 5, 2005 presentation to the West Milford Planning Board.
- Church Wall 04/05/06
  The Planning Board Chairman writes to the Passaic County Engineer re: the Planning Board's concerns, including the lack of pedestrian improvements, on the Wall Rehabilitation Project at the Presbyterian Church in the center of Town.
- Circulation Element 04/27/05
  The West Milford Planning Director writes Passaic County Director of Planning confirming discussion at the Highlands Council Staff meeting of April 4, 2005 regarding improved shoulders on County roads.
- Circulation Element 05/13/05
  From the Planning Board Chairman to the Passaic County Engineer Re: Shoulder improvements to County roads.
- Draft Amendment to Master Plan - Land Use Plan Element 2010
- West Milford Draft Housing Element & Fair Share Plan 05-27-10
  Draft Housing Element and Fair Share Plan to be reviewed by the Planning Board at a Public Hearing on May 27, 2010 at 7:30pm at the West Milford Town Hall, 1480 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ 07480.
- West Milford Township Master Plan - May 1987 (1993, 1999, 2003)
  West Milford Township Master Plan, May 1987, with re-examination reports from 1993, 1999, 2003.
- West Milford Township Master Plan Re-examination Report - October 2010
  Re-examination Report of the West Milford Township Master Plan, October 2010.

Police

Public Safety - Police Department
- 2020 IA Reports
  2020 IA Reports
- 2021 Annual Internal Affairs Summary
  2021 Annual Internal Affairs Summary
- 2022 Annual Major Reporting Discipline ForR
- 2022 IA Summary Report
  2022 IA Summary Report
- Community ShareCam
  Voluntary Registration Form for Residential and Commercial Surveillance Cameras.
- D2014-3 Early Warning System
  Issue Date: May 19, 2018
- D2018-1 Directive Random Drug Testing
  Issue Date: November 11, 2018
- Firearms Application Process
  Firearms application process 2-2023
- Internal Affairs Civilian Complaint Form
- Permit to Carry WMPD Directions
  WMPD Permit to Carry Instructions

Public Works

Department of Public Works Information
- Brine Fact Sheet
- Snow Season Information
- How to avoid the "second shovel" in your driveway
  To avoid shoveling plowed road snow from going onto your driveway, shovel an area just before your driveway for road snow to be placed. Click on "second shovel" to see illustration provided.

Recycling & Solid Waste

Recycling Department Information
- 2023 Recycling Flyer
- Recycling Zones Map
  Recycling Zones Map

West Milford Museum

West Milford Museum Information
- Passaic County Highlands Greenway Feasibility Study
  2015 - Development of a planning and public outreach plan to determine the feasibility of introducing a contiguous greenway through the Passaic County Highlands Communities historically served by the New York and Greenwood Lake Railway.
- Volunteer Reenactment Group CONTRA-BAND
  Civil War Music & History Fans - Join us for a special performance by the 6th New Hampshire Volunteer Reenactment Group CONTRA-BAND at the Museum on SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023 at 2:00 PM.
- West Milford Museum Brochure