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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

By Iyee Jagne

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In this week’s Here’s to You Kid segment, 28/22 News met a young ham radio operator. It’s not only his hobby, what he does also involves helping save lives.

28/22 News Reporter Iyee Jagne met up with Samuel Thrall and gave us a look at the Monroe County Public Safety Center and the teen’s role there.

14-year-old Samuel Thrall is a member of the Eastern Pennsylvania Amateur Radio Association (EPARA.)

More Than $23 Million Headed to Northeast Pennsylvania to Improve High-Speed Internet Access

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice Estate of Mary E. Armitage, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice ESTATE OF ROBERT W. HESS, a/k/a ROBERT HESS, a/k/a ROBERT WAYNE HESS, Deceased March 2, 2024, of Ross Township, Monroe County. Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Christine Reph.

Public Notice: Polling Place List

MONROE COUNTY'S POLLING PLACE LIST BARRETT ONE 1-1 BARRETT N S ON E O E ROUTE 390 CRESCO, PA 18326 Handicap Access? ☑ Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place? YES BARRETT TWO E N S ON E O E O E ES O 183 Handicap Access ?☑ Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place? YES CHESTNUTHILL ONE -1 WEST END FIRE COMPANY - DOWNSTAIRS 128 ROUTE 715 BEHIND WAWA BRODHEADSVILLE, PA 18322 Handicap Access?

Police throughout Monroe County are targeting aggressive drivers this month.

Stroud Area Regional Police monitored traffic today along Lower Main Street in Stroudsburg.

It's known as a raceway to police and a high volume crash area.

And today, News13’s Nicole Walters got to ride-along as vehicles were cited for speeding in Stroudsburg.

 "BEEP! That was at 42 miles per hour."

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:00:00

MONROE COUNTY S POLLING PLACE LIST BARRETT ONE 1 1 BARRETT NS ROUTE 390 CRESCO PA 18326 Handicap Access BARRETT TWO E NS O E ES O 183 Handicap Access ON E O E Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place ON E O YES E Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place CHESTNUTHILL ONE 1 WEST END FIRE COMPANY DOWNSTAIRS 128 ROUTE 715 BEHIND WAWA BRODHEADSVILLE PA 18322 Handicap Access Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place CHESTNUTHILL TWO 2 ST JOHN S LUTHERAN CHURCH 164 MERWINSBURG RD EFFORT PA 18330 Handicap Access Are Political Signs Allowed at

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00

Chestnuthill Township PO Box 243, 271 Route 715 Brodheadsville, PA 18322 SILVER VALLEY BRIDGE & CULVERT REPLACEMENT PROJECT CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed Bids for the reconstruction of an existing bridge and culvert located on Silver Valley Road near Brodheadsville, PA will be received online via the PennBid Program, by Chestnuthill Township, until 3 PM local time on May 15, 2024, when Bids will be opened and publicly available on Pennbid.

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS - PROPANE Request for Proposals will be received by the Board of Education at the Pleasant Valley School District, Brodheadsville PA 18322 until Monday, May 13, 2024. PROPANE FUEL BID will open at 11:00 a.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. By authorization of the Board of Education Pleasant Valley School District Brodheadsville PA 18322 Tammy A.

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS - COAL Sealed proposals will be received by the Board of Education at the Pleasant Valley School District, Brodheadsville PA 18322 until Monday, May 13, 2024. COAL BID will open at 11:30 a.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. By authorization of the Board of Education Pleasant Valley School District Brodheadsville PA 18322 Tammy A.

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Fanest H. Romeo, Deceased. Late of Chestnuthill Twp., Monroe County, PA. Letters of Administration on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons hav-ing claims or demands against the estate of the de-cedent to make known the same and all persons indebt-ed to the decedent to make payment without delay to Christopher A. Romeo, Ad-ministrator, c/o Joseph T. Mattson, Esq., 1 N. Ormond Ave., Office, Havertown, PA 19083. Atty.: Joseph T.

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Leo M. Weir, a/k/a Lee M. Weir, a/k/a Leo Martin Weir, Late of Township of Chestnuthill, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased March 17, 2024.

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice Estate of Louise Seeley, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice ESTATE OF ROBERT W. HESS, a/k/a ROBERT HESS, a/k/a ROBERT WAYNE HESS, Deceased March 2, 2024, of Ross Township, Monroe County. Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Christine Reph.

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice Estate of Mary E. Armitage, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

This residential 2.88-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA can be your dream property with a 2000 square foot house.

EYEWITNESS (WBRE/WYOU) — Officials have announced the Recovery Assistance Center ( RAC) has opened for those in NEPA impacted by the flood.

According to the Shapiro Administration, the RAC is open for homeowners, renters, and business owners damaged by the flood on September 9 in Luzerne, Lackawanna, Monroe, Susquehanna, Wayne, and Wyoming Counties.

PA Turnpike warns of phishing scam for E-ZPass users ... Monroe County Japanese restaurant in ruin after fire ... El Paso County hosts free community ...

Phillip S. Froncek, age 76 of Brodheadsville, Pa. passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at St. Luke's Hospital Monroe Campus in ...

DALLAS — In an effort to help residents with the disposal of personal paperwork and other items, Rep. Mike Cabell, R-Butler Twp., will host a ...

SEC Spring Picture Day. Sponsors. logo · Home. Municipalities. Townships · Barrett · Chestnuthill · Coolbaugh · Eldred · Hamilton · Jackson ...

Stroudsburg’s Future Business Leaders of America have been hard at work within their community.  The Stroudsburg High School FBLA chapter has volunteered at several events in our school district and the community.

On March 5, FBLA members attended the Arlington Fun Night, where they helped run stations of activities for the elementary students. Activities included arts and crafts, such as making bookmarks, reading time, face painting, and many others. 

Former Fuel singer Brett Scallions will perform July 13 at Signature Event Center, 137 Erin Lane, Brodheadsville. BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The former lead ...

Big changes at a Monroe County nonprofit. A new location, new faces and even a new store are all part of the excitement for the area’s Habitat for Humanity.

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