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Paradise Township Trick or Treat will be held on October 31, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m
Please be safe!
Paradise Township
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Address
5912 Paradise Valley Road
Cresco, PA 18326
United States
Email
paraship@ptd.net
Phone
Fax
School District
Tax Rate
1.29 mills
Paradise Township is a serene, forested municipality in northeastern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. True to its name, it offers a tranquil blend of natural beauty, historic depth, and recreational appeal—making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and heritage seekers alike.
🏞️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Area: ~21.4 square miles (55.5 km²) of land, with minimal water coverage
- Elevation: ~1,053 feet (321 m)
- Population: 2,898 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🏘️ Communities & Features
- Cresco: The central village and administrative hub
- Paradise Valley: A scenic corridor with conservation areas and historic sites
- Mount Airy Trails: Part of the township’s open space network, ideal for hiking and wildlife viewing
- Nearby Attractions: Close to Camelback Mountain Resort, Mount Pocono, and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
🏛️ History & Identity
- Colonial Roots: Settled in the 18th century, with a legacy of German and Moravian influence
- Historic Sites: Includes preserved farmsteads, chapels, and cemeteries reflecting early settlement patterns
- Cultural Events: Community yard sales, library fundraisers, and seasonal gatherings hosted by local groups like the Willing Workers of Paradise Valley
🏠 Short-Term Rentals
- Regulations: STRs are only permitted in Business Districts (B-1 and B-2), also known as Resort Development Districts
- Requirements: Must have a permit, pass inspection, provide off-street parking, and limit occupancy to 2 persons per bedroom
🌄 Regional Character
Paradise Township embodies the quiet soul of the Poconos—a place where wooded ridges, winding creeks, and historic homesteads form a landscape both timeless and inviting. Its careful zoning and conservation efforts reflect a community deeply committed to preserving its natural and cultural heritage.
Short Term Rental Information
Short-term rentals in Paradise Township require a permit. An inspection is required, occupancy limited to 2 persons per bedroom and sufficient parking off-street must be provided. In early 2022 the township adopted a zoning district requirements, which will allow STR only in the Business Districts (B-1 and B-2) also known as Resort Development Districts, No STR in residential districts in Paradise Township.
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Paradise Township News
Paradise Township Trick or Treat will be held on October 31, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m
Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA COUNTY OF MONROE NOTICE OF A GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD TUESDAY NOVEMBER 5 2024 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 7 00AM TO 8 00PM Prevailing Time Coolbaugh Four Delaware Water Gap East Stroudsburg First Ward East Stroudsburg Second Ward THE VOTERS OF MONROE COUNTY East Stroudsburg Third Ward In pursuance of the provisions of the Constitution and the Election Laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania we the County Board of Elections of Monroe County do hereby make known and give notice to the electors of said Monroe County that the General Election
Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00
MONROE COUNTY S POLLING PLACE LIST BARRETT ONE 01 1 BARRETT ADMINISTRATIVE REC COMPLEX 1200 ROUTE 390 CRESCO PA 18326 Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place Handicap Access BARRETT TWO 01 2 BARRETT ADMINISTRATIVE REC COMPLEX 1200 ROUTE 390 CRESCO PA 18326 Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place Handicap Access CHESTNUTHILL ONE 02 1 WEST END FIRE COMPANY DOWNSTAIRS 128 ROUTE 715 BEHIND WAWA BRODHEADSVILLE PA 18322 Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place Handicap Access CHESTNUTHILL TWO 02 2 ST JOHN S LUTHERAN CHURCH 164 MERWINSBURG RD EFFORT PA 18330
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By order of the Board of Supervisors, Paradise Township in under a burn ban effective Wednesday, October 23, 2024 until further notice. The burn ban includes all outdoor burning such as brush piles, campfires, bonfires, fire pits, etc.
Updates will be shared as weather conditions change and/or improve.
By order of the Board of Supervisors, Paradise Township in under a burn ban effective Wednesday, October 23, 2024 unt
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Halloween Party for Paradise Township children 12 and under.
October 26, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
See attached flyer.
Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00
PARADISE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WORK SESSIONS The Paradise Township Board of Supervisors has scheduled the 2025 budget work sessions for Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.; Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.; and Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The work sessions will be held at the Paradise Township Municipal Building, 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, PA. Peter Gonze, Chair Paradise Township Board of Supervisors Publish Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Publication Dates LSOM0155158
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Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE PARADISE TOWNSHIP PARK AND RECREATION BOARD The Paradise Township Park and Recreation Board have scheduled a meeting for Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Paradise Township Municipal Building, 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, PA. All meetings are open to the public. Publish Monday, September 30, 2024 Publication Dates LSOM0164596
Paradise Township's Halloween Party will be on October 26, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.All Paradise Township Children 12 years and.
Paradise Township's Halloween Party will be on October 26, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
This absolutely perfect fully furnished (optional) 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom with a therapeutic sauna room for that deep relaxation from a long day ...
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Paradise Township Fall Clean Up
Senior Pick Up:
September 30, October 1, and October 2, 2024
Drop Off:
October 3, 2024 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
October 4, 2024 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
October 5, 2024 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
See attached flyer for information.
For Paradise Township Residents Only.
293.36 KB. Paradise Township Monroe County, Pennsylvania 5912 Paradise Valley Rd Cresco, PA 18326 - Phone (570) 595-9880. Township Directory. Quick ...
Paradise Township Fall Clean Up
Senior Pick Up:
September 30, October 1, and October 2, 2024
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PARADISE TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
WORK SESSION TIME CHANGE
The Paradise Township Board of Supervisors has changed the start time for the Monday, September 16, 2024 Work Session to 4:00 p.m. The Meeting will be held at the Paradise Township Municipal Building, 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, PA.
Peter Gonze, Chair
Paradise Township Board of Supervisors
Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:00:00
PARADISE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WORK SESSION TIME CHANGE The Paradise Township Board of Supervisors has changed the start time for the Wednesday, September 4, 2024 Work Session to 4:30 p.m. The Meeting will be held at the Paradise Township Municipal Building, 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, PA. Peter Gonze, Chair Paradise Township Board of Supervisors Publication Dates L00000000
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Please be aware that the Bike4Chai Charity Bike Race will be on the Roads in Paradise Township today.
From Mike Stein:
I do not have (and do not want) a Facebook account, so I have asked my wife to post this on my behalf:
The Paradise Township Supervisors Meeting on Monday evening drew attention from the community amid growing concerns surrounding the development of the Pocono Region. Neighboring municipalities have already welcomed plans for warehouses, cell phone towers, large hotels and luxury apartment complexes, and a flurry of investment properties and short term rentals.
Tue, 20 Aug 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Hearing Board of Paradise Township has scheduled a Public Hearing at the Paradise Township Municipal Building, 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, Monroe County, Pennsylvania 18326 on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. for consideration of the application of Paul DeLorenzo to appeal the determination of the Zoning Officer, specifically the denial of a zoning permit application to to add PA skills game gambling machines to his property located at 1819 Route 611, Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, 18344.
Saturday, August 17, the Top of the Mountain Democratic Club Speaker’s Bureau gathered community members at the Mt. Pocono United Methodist Church to discuss warehouse proliferation in the Pocono Region. Dr. Alex Jackson, biologist, and State Rep. Tarah Probst, PA-189, were guest speakers. The event took place less than a mile from a brand new 1 million square foot warehouse situated at the 5-points intersection in Mt. Pocono.