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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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(1 count) Access Device Fraud (M1) 1 count Theft by Unlawful Taking (M1)
& (1 Count) Receiving Stolen Property (M1)

Age

29

Race

White

Gender

Female

Height

5' 2"

Weight

165 lbs

Hair

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 beginning at 5:00 P.M., at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372.

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 5:00 P.M., at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the application of Donald Beaty for a variance from § 470-17(C)(1) and Attachment 2 (R-1 District Lot, Yard and Height Requirements) of the Pocono Township Zoning Ordinance, which require a 50-foot front yard depth for properties in the Low Density Residential (R-1) district.

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(1 count) Flight to Avoid Apprehension (M2)
(1 count) Resisting arrest(M2)
(1 count) Possession of Small Amount of Marijuana (M)
(1 count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M)
& (1 Count) Public Drunkenness (S)

Age

23

Race

Other/Unknown

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(1 count) Driving Under the Influence - General Impairment
(1 Count) Driving On Roadways Laned For Traffic
(1 count) Duties at Stop Signs
(1 Count) Turning Movements and Required Signals

Age

37

Race

Black

Gender

Male

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(1 count) Obstruction of Justice M2
& (1 count) Disorderly Conduct (S)

Age

26

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Male

Height

5' 6"

Weight

180 lbs

Hair

Brown

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 00:00:00

John A. Blauvelt, Deceased. Pocono Twp., Monroe Coun-ty, PA. D.O.D. 2/24/12. Let-ters of Administration on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons hav-ing claims or demands ag-ainst the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons in-debted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Barbara Bozzone, Administratrix, c/o Kristen L. Beh-rens, Esq., 1500 Market St., #3500E, Phila., PA 19102. Atty. Kristen L. Behrens, Atty., Dilworth Paxson LLP, 1500 Market St., #3500E, Phila., PA 19102

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 beginning at 5:00 P.M., at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372.

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(1 count) Identity Theft (F3)
(1 count) Access Device Fraud
& (1 counts) Theft By Deception

Age

54

Race

Black

Gender

Female

Height

6' 0"

Weight

210 lbs

Kids

Play Session Ages 1-5. Unstructured free play. Blocks, trucks, instruments, & more. Walk-in.

  • Hughes Library: Monday, July 29, 10:00 am

Adventure Crafts Ages 3-10. Siblings welcome. A variety of crafts to prepare for your own adventure. Walk-in.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00

John A. Blauvelt, Deceased. Pocono Twp., Monroe Coun-ty, PA. D.O.D. 2/24/12. Let-ters of Administration on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons hav-ing claims or demands ag-ainst the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons in-debted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Barbara Bozzone, Administratrix, c/o Kristen L. Beh-rens, Esq., 1500 Market St., #3500E, Phila., PA 19102. Atty. Kristen L. Behrens, Atty., Dilworth Paxson LLP, 1500 Market St., #3500E, Phila., PA 19102

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 beginning at 5:00 P.M., at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372. One of the hearings, which will be taken in the order in which they were received by the Township, is to consider the application of Michael E.

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold public hearings on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 beginning at 5:00 P.M., at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372.

POCONO TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A driver of a dump truck has been flown to the hospital after crashing in Monroe County.

The Pocono Township Fire Department tells 28/22 News that crews were called around 11:00 a.m. Monday to a vehicle crash with someone possibly trapped on North Easton Belmont Pike.

POCONO TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for three dirt bike riders after they say the trio were recklessly driving in residential areas.

On July 4, the Pocono Township Police Department saw three dirt bikes driving recklessly on Route 611. Officers tried to pull the group over when they realized the vehicles were unregistered.

Photo of Vargas-Ajcuc, Nemecio  Vargas-Ajcuc, Nemecio

(1 counts) Theft by Unlawful taking or disposition (M3)
& (1 Count) Receiving Stolen Property (M3)
& (1 Count) Public Drunkeness

Age

42

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Male

Height

5' 7"

Weight

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(1 Count) Possession of Firearm with Altered Manufacturer's Number (F2)
(1 count) Firearms Not To Be Carried Without A License (F3)
(1 count) Possession of Small Amount of Marijuana (M)
& (1 Count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M)

Age

24

Race

Black

Gender

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(1 count) Simple Assault (M2)
(1 count) Harassment (S)
(1 count) Disorderly Conduct (S)

Age

44

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

6' 1"

Weight

180 lbs

Hair

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(1) count of DUI (General Impairment)
(1) count Maximum Speed Limits

Age

38

Race

Unknown

Gender

Male

Height

5' 7"

Weight

250 lbs

Hair

Brown

Eyes

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(1) count of Driving under influence of Alcohol
(1) Count of Roadways Laned for Traffic

Age

35

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 11"

Weight

170 lbs

Hair

Brown

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 00:00:00

The Ridge at Swiftwater Planned Residential Development is proposing 356 townhouses in a development located along the western side of S.R. 0611 between Brookdale Road and S.R. 0314 in Pocono Township, Monroe County, PA. The property is approximately 84 acres with 356 equivalent dwelling units of sewage generation. The project will be served by central sewer.

POCONO TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — One man was arrested, and three men are wanted after police say a basketball game led to a fight with gun threats.

According to the Pocono Township Police Department, on July 8 around 7:00 p.m., officers were called to TLC Park basketball court for a report of 5-6 people fighting.

Through further investigation, police said they learned a disagreement between eight men happened during a basketball game that led to a fight.

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PMSD Calendar

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Passover Ends (Jewish) -
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Tax Day -
PMSD School Board Meeting -
Earth Day -
Act 80 Day - 3 Hour Early Dismissal for Students -
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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) -
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