Southern New Jersey Overlook

Your Guide to Understanding New Jersey Municipality Types and Forms.

The State of New Jersey has established 5 official types of local governing municipalities that it recognizes within it's counties: Township, City, Borough, Town and Village.  They all control well defined geographical areas and have the same legal standing within the state and their respective counties. There are no lower level or subordinate municipalities through which they have to share power.  This differs from the concept of a township outside of New Jersey. Although many people equate towns with townships, in New Jersey, when referring to governing municipalities, they are not the same.  

The New Jersey concept of a municipality can be confusing to those living in New Jersey, let alone those moving into New Jersey or outside firms planning to conduct business in the state.  But it's important that you understand how the state government is structured at the local level. Let's examine it in more detail...

To continue with a detailed discussion of New Jersey municipalities click here for the full article posted on my web site.
 
 

 
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