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Pocono Township
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Address
112 Township Drive
Tannersville, PA 18372
United States
Email
jgambino@poconopa.gov
Phone
Fax
School District
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.
Links
Pocono Township News
Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE POCONO TOWNSHIP BUDGET WORK SESSION Notice is hereby given that the Pocono Township Board of Commissioners will hold a public work session at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024 (112 Township Drive, Tannersville, PA) for the purpose of discussing the FY 2025 Budget and any business that may come before the Board. Township Office: 570-629-1922 P - Sept. 30, Oct. 2, 2024
ALMODOVAR, RALPH JOSHUA
(2 Count) (18) 3502 (A)(4) Burglary-Overnight Accommodations(F2)
(2 counts)18 3503(a)(1)(ii) - Criminal Trespass (F2)
(2 Count) (18) 3921 A Theft by Unlawful Taking (M1)
(2 Count) (18) 3925 (A) Receiving Stolen Property (M1)
(2 Counts) 5506 Loitering and prowling at night time
Age
37
Lane, Matthew
& (1 Count) Possession of a Controlled Substance
(1 count) Driving Under the Influence - Controlled Substance
Age
36
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
6' 3"
Weight
220 lbs
Hair
Brown
Stranchan, Tyreck A
(1 Count) Theft By Unlawful Taking
(1 Count) Receiving Stolen Property.
Age
25
Race
Black
Gender
Male
Height
5' 10"
Weight
180 lbs
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Ennis, Casey J
(1) Theft Of Leased Property (F3)
(1) Receiving Stolen Property (F3)
Age
47
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
6' 1"
Weight
200 lbs
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Blue
Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Elaine Doris Crowley, late of Pocono Township, Monroe County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Administrator Louis A. Depta c/o John L. Dewitsky, Jr., Esq. 17 N. 6th St. Stroudsburg, PA 18360 John L. Dewitsky, Jr., Esq., 17 N. 6th St., Stroudsburg, PA 18360 Publication Dates LSOM0166357
Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE POCONO TOWNSHIP BUDGET WORK SESSION Notice is hereby given that the Pocono Township Board of Commissioners will hold a public work session at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024 (112 Township Drive, Tannersville, PA) for the purpose of discussing the FY 2025 Budget and any business that may come before the Board. Township Office: 570-629-1922 P - Sept. 30, Oct. 2, 2024
Cevallos, Carlos
(1 count ) Retail Theft (1 count) Receiving Stolen Property
Age
32
Race
Hispanic
Gender
Male
Welcome autumn with Eastern Monroe Public Library’s exciting October lineup! Our three branches are offering a variety of free programs to engage and enrich our community. From a Fall Herb Planter Workshop to a lively fundraiser at Renegade Winery, from practical sessions on fraud prevention to cultural events like our free movie screening and R&B concert, there’s something for everyone. All programs are free and open to the public, with some requiring or requesting registration. For details or to sign up, call 570-421-0800 ext. 317 or email programming@monroepl.org.
Fri, 27 Sep 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 001628 CIVIL 2024 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, October 31, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Sanchez, Wilvi
PA 18 3929(a)1-Retail Theft (F3)
PA 18 3925-Receiving Stolen Property (F3)
Age
23
Race
Hispanic
Gender
Male
Height
5' 6"
Weight
170 lbs
Hair
Brown
Fay, Carlton J
& (1 Count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Age
25
Race
Black
Gender
Male
Height
5' 10"
Weight
160 lbs
Hair
Black
Eyes
Brown
Pulley, Darius Eric
(1 count) Driving Under the Influence - Controlled Substance (M)
(1 Count) Possession Drug Paraphernalia (M)
Age
32
Race
Black
Gender
Female
Height
5' 11"
Weight
200 lbs
Hair
Belciano, Sharon
(1 count) Retail Theft & Receiving Stolen Property
Age
48
Race
White
Gender
Female
Height
5' 7"
Weight
140 lbs
Hair
Blonde
Eyes
Brown
Davis, Mark
(1 count) Possession of small amount of marijuana (M); (1 count) Possession of drug paraphernalia (M)
& (1 count) Fraudulent inspection
Age
44
Race
Black
Gender
Male
Height
6' 6"
Weight
280 lbs
Yar, Riad
(1 Count) 3802 D2 Driving Under The Influence Controlled Substance (M)
(1 Count) Public Drunkeness (S)
(1 count) Scattering Rubbish (S)
Age
49
Race
Other/Unknown
Gender
Male
Height
5' 9"
Weight
180 lbs
Seney, Alaina M
(1 Count) (a16) Possession of a Controlled Substance (M)
& (1 Count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M)
& (1 Count) Public Drunkenness (S)
Age
31
Race
White
Gender
Female
Height
5' 2"
Weight
135 lbs
Limas- Chicas, Paulo Cesar
(1 Count) (75) 3733 A Fleeing & Eluding Police (F3)
& (1 Count) Recklessly Endangering Another Person (M2)
( 1 count) Possession of Marijuana (M)
& (1 Count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
(1 Count) (75) 1301 (a) Driving Unregistered Vehicle (S)
Age
36
Race
HECHT, SCHUYLER
( 1 ) count DUI and 2 traffic related offenses
Age
42
Race
White
Gender
Male
Potential ScamOn September 10th, 2024 at approximately 10:30am. The Pocono Township Police Department was made aware of a potential phone scam.
Mckenzie, Amber B
(1 Count)3921A Theft by Unlawful Taking (M1)
& (1 Count) Corruption of Minors (M1)
Age
21
Race
Black
Gender
Female
Height
5' 1"
Weight
130 lbs
Hair
Black
Warren, Russell
(1 count) DUI (M2)
(1 count) Driving While Operating Privilege Suspended DUI (S) & (3) Summary Traffic Offenses
Age
32
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
6' 0"
Weight
185 lbs
Hair
Editor’s note: Court records indicate that the charges in this case were withdrawn by prosecutors in October 2024. The case is designated as “Limited Access” in the court system.
ELBAHNASAWI, AHMED
(1 Count) Simple Assault (M2) & (1 Count) Harassment (S)
Age
34
Race
Unknown