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Chestnuthill Township

Address

271 Route 715
PO Box 243
Brodheadsville, PA 18322
United States

Email
info@chestnuthilltwp-pa.gov
Tax Rate
2.92 mills

Chestnuthill Township is a scenic and historically rich municipality located in western Monroe County, Pennsylvania, nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. It blends rural charm with suburban convenience, making it a distinctive part of the region’s cultural and geographic tapestry.


🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot

  • Founded: 1763
  • Area: ~37.5 square miles (97.2 km²), mostly land with minimal water coverage
  • Elevation: ~696 feet (212 meters)
  • Population: 16,708 (2020 Census)
  • Communities within: Includes Brodheadsville, Effort, and parts of Indian Mountain Lake, Sierra View, and Sun Valley
  • School District: Pleasant Valley School District

🏞️ Character & Features

  • Landscape: Rolling hills, wooded areas, and farmland dominate the terrain, offering a mix of natural beauty and residential development.
  • Historic Sites: Home to landmarks like the Brodheadsville Cemetery and the West End Fairgrounds, which host community events and agricultural fairs
  • Zoning & Development: The township maintains a balance between growth and preservation, with short-term rentals permitted only in general commercial zones

🌄 Cultural & Regional Context

Chestnuthill sits at a crossroads of Appalachian heritage and modern Pocono tourism, with a community that values its rural roots while adapting to changing demographics and land use. Its proximity to larger towns and natural attractions makes it a gateway to both outdoor recreation and regional history.

Short Term Rental Information

Short-term rentals are only allowed in properties located in a general commercial zoning area.  Permits are required and there are restrictions as outlined in the Short-term Rental Ordinance.

Chestnuthill Township News

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Carole Buseth , late of Effort , Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Lester A. Doll, late of Hamilton Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Estate Notice Letters Testamentary in the above-named Estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to the Estate are requested to make immediate payment and those having claims are directed to present the same without delay to the undersigned or his/her attorney within four month from the date hereof and to file with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Forty-third Judicial District, a particular statement of claim duly verified by an affidavit setting forth an address within the County where notice may be given to claiman


Residents consider a ballot initiative to move Chestnut Hill from a Township of the second class to a Township of the first class in Monroe County, Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania Community Colleges and the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) are advancing transfer partnership reforms that will make college more accessible and more affordable for Pennsylvania college students. With the support of Governor Josh Shapiro and a bipartisan coalition of state legislators, Act 69 of 2024 guarantees junior status for community college graduates at PASSHE institutions.

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Mark C. Teig aka Mark Christopher Teig aka Mark Teig, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Chestnuthill Township Summer Camp Counselors Chestnuthill Township is accepting applications for part-time seasonal positions for Summer Camp Counselors. Counselors (ages 18+) assist with the planning and implementation of daily activities, games, etc. with campers in their assigned group and are responsible for the care and supervision of all campers. Required clearances and certifications include American Red Cross Adult/Child CPR/AED Certifications (training available), PA Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Check, and FBI Fingerprint.

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Charles Reich a/k/a Charles J. Reich, Deceased. Late of Chestnuthill Twp., Monroe County, PA. D.O.D. 8/24/19. Letters of Administration CTA on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Holly Murphy, Administratrix CTA, c/o Kristen L. Behrens, Esq., 1650 Market St., #1200, Phila., PA 19103. Atty.: Kristen L.

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ENACT ORDINANCE THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP hereby gives public notice of its intention to enact the following Ordinance at a meeting of the Board of Supervisors to be held on Tuesday, March 4th, 2025, at 7:00 o'clock P.M., at the Chestnuthill Township Municipal Building, 271 Route 715, Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania. Any and all interested persons are hereby given notice to attend the meeting and offer such comments in relation to the proposed Ordinance as they may desire.

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Carole Buseth , late of Effort , Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Chestnuthill Township Summer Camp Counselors Chestnuthill Township is accepting applications for part-time seasonal positions for Summer Camp Counselors. Counselors (ages 18+) assist with the planning and implementation of daily activities, games, etc. with campers in their assigned group and are responsible for the care and supervision of all campers. Required clearances and certifications include American Red Cross Adult/Child CPR/AED Certifications (training available), PA Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Check, and FBI Fingerprint.

Brown to Co-Chair Caucus to Protect Pennsylvania’s Pets and Wildlife

This week, I had the honor of joining my colleagues in the House and Senate to kick off the Animal Protection Caucus, a bipartisan effort dedicated to strengthening laws that protect Pennsylvania’s animals—both domestic and wild.

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Requests for Proposals will be received by the Board of Education at the Pleasant Valley School District, Brodheadsville PA 18322 until Monday, February 24, 2025. RFP - Internal Connections Equipment will open at 12:00 p.m. Specifications for the above may be secured from the Business Office of the Pleasant Valley School District from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Petition for Certificate of Title Brian Tompkins Last know address 367 Route 715 Brodheadsville, Pa 18322 Please be advised that after may attempts to contact you concerning the two axle Load Rite boat trailer, VIN INDISCERNIBLE, which you had brought to, and left on my property in 2020, I now consider it abandoned. I have filed through the Monroe County Court for certificate of title. A hearing is scheduled on this matter Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. in courtroom to be determined, Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg, Pa.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ENACT ORDINANCE THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP hereby gives public notice of its intention to enact the following Ordinance at a meeting of the Board of Supervisors to be held on Tuesday, March 4th, 2025, at 7:00 o'clock P.M., at the Chestnuthill Township Municipal Building, 271 Route 715, Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania. Any and all interested persons are hereby given notice to attend the meeting and offer such comments in relation to the proposed Ordinance as they may desire.

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Petition for Certificate of Title Brian Tompkins Last know address 367 Route 715 Brodheadsville, Pa 18322 Please be advised that after may attempts to contact you concerning the two axle Load Rite boat trailer, VIN INDISCERNIBLE, which you had brought to, and left on my property in 2020, I now consider it abandoned. I have filed through the Monroe County Court for certificate of title. A hearing is scheduled on this matter Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. in courtroom to be determined, Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg, Pa.

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Charles Reich a/k/a Charles J. Reich, Deceased. Late of Chestnuthill Twp., Monroe County, PA. D.O.D. 8/24/19. Letters of Administration CTA on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Holly Murphy, Administratrix CTA, c/o Kristen L. Behrens, Esq., 1650 Market St., #1200, Phila., PA 19103. Atty.: Kristen L.

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Petition for Certificate of Title Brian Tompkins Last know address 367 Route 715 Brodheadsville, Pa 18322 Please be advised that after may attempts to contact you concerning the two axle Load Rite boat trailer, VIN INDISCERNIBLE, which you had brought to, and left on my property in 2020, I now consider it abandoned. I have filed through the Monroe County Court for certificate of title. A hearing is scheduled on this matter Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. in courtroom to be determined, Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg, Pa.

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00

Chestnuthill Township BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2025 Monthly Meeting Schedule The Chestnuthill Township Board of Supervisors will hold their 2025 meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm (unless otherwise advertised) at the Township Municipal Building 271 Route 715 Brodheadsville. Department head meetings will be held weekly on Monday mornings at 8:00 am, followed by work sessions immediately following, if requested.

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Requests for Proposals will be received by the Board of Education at the Pleasant Valley School District, Brodheadsville PA 18322 until Monday, February 24, 2025. RFP - Internal Connections Equipment will open at 12:00 p.m. Specifications for the above may be secured from the Business Office of the Pleasant Valley School District from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed proposals will be received by the Board of Education at the Pleasant Valley School District, Brodheadsville PA 18322 until Monday, February 24, 2025. Carpet Removal with VCT Replacement PVE will open at 1:00 p.m. Specificationsfor the above may be secured from the Business Office of the Pleasant Valley School District from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Pennsylvanians Deserve the Truth about Electricity Costs

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Ralph M. Colatrella, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Mark C. Teig aka Mark Christopher Teig aka Mark Teig, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

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