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Chestnuthill Township
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Address
271 Route 715
PO Box 243
Brodheadsville, PA 18322
United States
Email
info@chestnuthilltwp-pa.gov
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Fax
School District
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
CHESTNUTHILL TWP. MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A bicyclist is seriously injured after colliding with a car on Route 209, police stated.
What started out as a small effort to help people hit by Hurricane Helene now fills a closet at the Barrett Township Community Center.
Andrea Hermes of Paradise Township is spearheading an organization called, Mountain Strong Poconos to bring much needed supplies to the people of Lansing, North Carolina.
The regular board meeting will be held at the Pleasant Valley School District's Administration Building in the conference room, 2233 Route 115, Suite 100, Brodheadsville, PA 18322 beginning at 7:00 p.m. on 11/25/24. The meeting is being recorded and will be available within 48 hours on their website.
Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Springettsbury Township Zoning Hearing Board Public Hearing. Notice is hereby given that the Springettsbury Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing at 6:00 P.M. Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the Springettsbury Township Administrative Building, 1501 Mount Zion Road, York, PA 17402 to hear/act upon the following cases: ZHB-2024-0022.
Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP The Chestnuthill Township Board of Supervisors will hold a work session on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. at the Municipal Building 271 Route 715, Brodheadsville, PA., for the purpose of discussing the Chestnuthill Township’s designation of Lehigh Valley Health Network Ambulance as a designated provider. Cathy Martinelli, CMC, CGA Secretary
Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of James J. Early, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Monroe County’s handling of the 2024 election has drawn significant attention, particularly regarding the controversial issue of undated mail-in ballots. On November 18, the County Commissioners reversed their earlier decision, announcing they would not count improperly dated or undated mail-in ballots, a move that aligns with Pennsylvania law and recent state Supreme Court rulings. Separately, the county conducted its 2% audit on Monday, November 20, an automatic procedure required by state law to verify machine accuracy through a hand recount of paper ballots.
Honoring Our Heroes: Veteran’s Appreciation Luncheon
This past weekend, I had the distinct privilege of hosting over 200 attendees at my annual Veteran’s Appreciation Luncheon. It was a heartfelt opportunity to gather as a community and recognize the immense courage and sacrifice our Veterans have shown in service to our country.
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of SONIA B. SMALE, late of Polk Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Zoning Hearing Board of Chestnuthill Township will conduct Public Hearings at the Chestnuthill Township Municipal Building located at 271 Route 715 - Box 243, Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania 18322, on Monday, December 16, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. for hearing the following: The Application of ARG Brodheadsville LLC of 10 Melrose Avenue, Suite 450, 4th Floor, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003.
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF Teresa A. Mickens, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of TIMOTHY A.
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP 2025 Proposed Budget Chestnuthill Township’s 2025 proposed budget has been prepared and will be available for inspection from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Township Municipal Building, 271 Route 715, Brodheadsville, PA. The budget can also be viewed on the Chestnuthill Township website at: www.chestnuthilltwp-pa.gov The Board of Supervisors will review and possibly adopt the budget at their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. All people are invited to attend.
PA Department of Transportation Engineering District 5-0. 1002 Hamilton Street. Allentown, PA 18101 c-jmccoll@pa.gov. SR 0715, Section 04B over ...
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:00:00
NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CERTIFICATE OF TITLE FOR MOTOR VEHICLE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 16, 2024, a Petition for Certificate of Title for Motor Vehicle was filed in Monroe County Court of Common Pleas at No. 6881 CV 2024 seeking the title to a 1979 Chevrolet K10 4X4 Truck, VIN#CKL149191103901 last titled in the name of Donald Colfax. The court has fixed Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 2:30PM, at the Monroe County Courthouse as the date of the hearing of the Petition.
EFFORT, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local HVAC company in the Poconos is offering to install a heating system for one family in need at no cost.
EFFORT, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local HVAC company in the Poconos is offering to install a heating system for one family in need at no cost at all.
Jeff's HVAC will be providing one family in need of a heating system this winter. The applications are now open are can be found at Jeff's HVAC Heating Up Hope.
CHESTNUTHILL TWP., Pa. — Court documents reveal new details about the night Bryan Kohberger was taken into custody and charged in the gruesome ...
CHESTNUT HILL TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police report multiple marijuana plants were seized from a home after two men allegedly forced a teen to take THC edibles.
According to Pennsylvania State Police, on October 14 troopers were called to St. Luke's Hospital for a 16-year-old who had been forced to consume THC edibles and was suffering a medical emergency.
Sun, 17 Nov 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of James J. Early, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Brown’s Legislation to Bolster EMS and Fire Funding Flexibility Becomes Law
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP The Chestnuthill Township Board of Supervisors will hold a work session on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. at the Municipal Building 271 Route 715, Brodheadsville, PA., for the purpose of discussing monument options in the roundabout on Route 209 by Rodenbach Ln. Cathy Martinelli, CMC, CGA Secretary
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 000997 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.