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Pocono Township

Address

112 Township Drive
Tannersville, PA 18372
United States

Email
jgambino@poconopa.gov
Tax Rate
3.87 mills

Pocono Township is a dynamic and strategically located municipality in central Monroe County, Pennsylvania, serving as a commercial and recreational hub in the Pocono Mountains. With its mix of natural beauty, tourism infrastructure, and growing residential zones, it’s one of the most visible and visited townships in the region.


🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot

  • Established: 1816
  • Area: ~34.4 square miles (89.1 km²), mostly land
  • Elevation: ~961 feet (293 m)
  • Population: 10,868 (2020 Census)
  • School District: Pocono Mountain School District

🏘️ Communities & Features

  • Tannersville: The township’s civic and commercial center, home to the municipal offices and major retail corridors
  • Camelback Mountain Resort: A year-round destination for skiing, snowboarding, waterparks, and mountain adventures
  • Big Pocono State Park: Located at the summit of Camelback Mountain, offering panoramic views and hiking trails

🏛️ History & Identity

  • Railroad Legacy: Like many Pocono communities, Pocono Township grew with the expansion of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad
  • Tourism Roots: Its location and elevation made it a natural draw for resorts and vacationers since the 19th century
  • Modern Growth: Now a blend of residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and protected natural areas

🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)

  • Permitted Zones: Allowed only in Commercial (C) and Recreational District (RD) zones
  • Restricted Zones: Not permitted in R-1 and R-2 residential zones
  • Requirements: Must obtain a change-of-use permit and annual license

🌄 Regional Identity

Pocono Township is often seen as the gateway to the high Poconos, balancing tourism, conservation, and community development. Its proximity to major highways (Routes 611, 715, and I-80) makes it a key transit and economic node, while its natural assets preserve the region’s Appalachian character.

Short Term Rental Information

Short-term rentals or Transient Dwelling Units as they are referred to as in Pocono Township are not allowed in R-1 and R-2 zoning areas in Pocono Township. Short term rentals are only allowed in C (Commercial) zones and RD (Recreational District) zones. An initial change of use permit under zoning and an annual license is required for a Transient Dwelling Unit Permit (STR)  See rules and regulations as well as permit application below.

Pocono Township News

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Tampering With or Fabricating Physical Evidence (M2)
Possession of a Controlled Substance
& Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Age

62

Race

White

Gender

Female

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Possession of a Controlled Substance (M)
& (1 Count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Age

62

Race

White

Gender

Male

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(75) 3802 C DUI Highest Rate of Alcohol (M1)
( 1 count ) DUI-General Impairment

Age

30

Race

Black

Gender

Male

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(1 ) Driving Under The Influence (M) and (1) Traffic Violation (S)

Age

39

Race

Black

Gender

Male

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(1 ) Driving Under The Influence (M) and (2) Traffic Violation (S)

Age

33

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Male

Height

5' 7"

Weight

160 lbs

Hair

Black

Eyes

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Easter Greetings from the Pocono Township Police Department

The Pocono Township Police Department would like to take a moment to wish everyone a safe and Happy Easter! As we celebrate this special time with family and friends, we want to express our gratitude to our community for their continued support.

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18 4914 (A) False Identification to Law Enforcement (M3)
& 18 2709(A)(1) Harassment (S)

Age

31

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Male

Height

5' 11"

Weight

160 lbs

Hair

Black

Monroe County's townships have supervisor and, in Pocono Township's case, commissioner elections in 2025.

March 11 was the deadline for candidates to file. Primary elections will be held on May 20. The voter registration deadline is May 5.

Barrett Township

One six-year term is up.

Democrat Sean Anlauf filed to run.

Republicans Grover J. Cleveland and Grant Hilfiger filed to run.

Cleveland is currently a supervisor.

Chestnuthill Township

One six-year term is up.

Democrat Jeffrey S. Weiss filed to run.

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will consider for approval at a Public Hearing to be held at 6:00 p.m. on the 21st day of April, 2025, the request of NFERRARO, LLC, for an intermunicipal transfer of Restaurant Liquor License No. R-21177 to their proposed restaurant facility located 2797 Route 611, Tannersville (Pocono Township), Pennsylvania 18372, pursuant to the Pennsylvania Liquor Code, as amended.

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Linda Carroll, a.k.a Linda Haley Carroll, late of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:00:00

Pocono Township Meeting update: The Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for May 5th has been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 13th at 6 p.m. at the township building located at 112 Township Dr. Tannersville, PA.

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of August Fleck, a/k/a August E Fleck, late of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

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(1 count) Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol - High Rate (M)
(1 Count) Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol - General Impairment (M)
& Traffic Related Offenses

Age

26

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Female

Height

5' 0"

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The Pocono Township Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying this suspect involved in an ongoing investig

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(1 count) Driving Under The Influence Highest Rate BAC (M)
(1 count) Driving Under the Influence - General Impairment (M)
Traffic Related Offenses

Age

27

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Male

Height

5' 6"

Weight

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( 1 count) 780-113(a)(16) Possession of a Controlled Substance (M)
& (1 Count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M)

Age

21

Race

White

Gender

Female

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( 1 ) count Driving Under the Influence (M)
( 1 count ) DUI (General impairment)

Age

39

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

6' 4"

Weight

170 lbs

Hair

Brown

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PA 75 3802 C - DUI Highest Rate - 2nd Offense (M1)
PA 75 3802 A1 - DUI General Impairment - 2nd Offense (M1)
5 summary traffic offenses

Age

39

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

6' 2"

Weight

220 lbs

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:00:00

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will consider for adoption at a Public Meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m.

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hamilton Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing at the Hamilton Township Municipal Building, 229 Fenner Avenue, Sciota, Pennsylvania 18354 commencing at 6:30 p.m., prevailing time, on April 17, 2025 for the purpose of hearing the Application of 611 Land Development LLC, a Pennsylvania limited liability company for the following dimensional variances from Section 303, Schedule II and Section 603.3 of the Hamilton Township Zoning Ordinance: (1) a variance from the Section 303, Schedule II 2.5 story and maximum 35 foot

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Elizabeth Arenz, a/k/a Elizabeth A. Arenz, late of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

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PMSD Calendar

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Passover Ends (Jewish) -
Holy Friday (Orthodox Christian) -
Orthodox Easter (Christian) -
Yom HaShoah (Jewish) -
Tax Day -
PMSD School Board Meeting -
Earth Day -
Act 80 Day - 3 Hour Early Dismissal for Students -
PMSD School Board Meeting -
National Day of Prayer (Interfaith) -
Mother's Day -
EHS Biology Keystone Testing -
EHS Biology Keystone Tutoring -
EHS Literature Keystone Testing -
Ascension Day -
EHS Literature Keystone Testing -
EHS Make-up Keystone Testing -
EHS Algebra Keystone Testing -
EHS Algebra Keystone Testing -
Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 4 Spring Chorus Concert -
Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 5 Spring Chorus Concert -
EHS Make-up Keystone Testing -
PMSD School Board Meeting -
Shavuot (Jewish) -
EHS Make-up Keystone Testing -