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Tobyhanna Township
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Address
105 Government Center Way
Pocono Pines, PA 18350
United States
Email
rbartal@tobyhannatownshippa.gov
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Fax
School District
Tax Rate
2.50 mills
Tobyhanna Township, located in northwestern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant and ecologically rich community in the heart of the Pocono Plateau Region. Known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, and growing residential and commercial development, it’s a township that balances heritage, nature, and progress.
🗺️ Civic & Geographic Snapshot
- Established: 1830 (formed from Coolbaugh Township)
- Area: ~52.6 sq mi (136.2 km²), with ~4.6% water coverage
- Elevation: ~1,568 ft (478 m)
- Population: ~8,290 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🏘️ Villages & Communities
Tobyhanna Township includes several distinct villages and private communities:
- Blakeslee, Pocono Pines, Pocono Lake, Pocono Summit
- Over 20 private developments including Lake Naomi, Arrowhead Lake, Emerald Lakes, and Locust Lake Village
Note: The Village of Tobyhanna is not located in Tobyhanna Township—it remains part of neighboring Coolbaugh Township
🏞️ Nature & Recreation
- Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area: 130+ acres of pristine forest and waterfalls
- Pocono Bike & Hike Trail System: 28+ miles of eco-tourism and heritage trails
- Wilkes-Barre & Eastern Railway Trail: Includes a 1.7-mile walking path near the Revolutionary War site of Hungry Hill
🛣️ Transportation & Access
- Served by Interstate 80 (east-west) and Interstate 380 (north-south)
- ~88.7 miles of public roads, with a mix of township and PennDOT maintenance
🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Ordinance: Enacted in 2022; revised in 2024 to adjust occupancy limits and fines
- License Cap: A cap on STR licenses is now in place, so caution is advised when purchasing property for rental use
- STR Friendliness: Rated somewhat STR-friendly, with zoning and licensing limitations
🌄 Township Identity
Tobyhanna Township is a place where natural beauty meets thoughtful development. With its lakeside communities, forested trails, and growing infrastructure, it offers a high quality of life for residents and a memorable experience for visitors. Whether you're hiking Hungry Hill or relaxing in Pocono Pines, the township invites you to explore, reflect, and connect.
Short Term Rental Information
Tobyhanna Township approved a short-term rental ordinance in 2022. A revision to the ordinance was adopted in February of 2024 that changed the occupancy limit to 2 per bedroom + 2 and reduced fines for violations to be within state guidelines. Tobyhanna Township recently imposed a cap on the number of short term rentals licenses and due to the uncertainties surrounding license issuance, caution is advised when purchasing in Tobyhanna Township. Details on Tobyhanna Township’s STR portal.
Tobyhanna Township News
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Sun, 17 Mar 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Nicholas A. Bugliari, lateof Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
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Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of: Valeri Penkov, Deceased, late of 5188 Iroquois Street, Tobyhanna, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Letters have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the Decedent to make known the same, and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delay to: Personal Representative of the Estate of Valeri Penkov, Deceased: Ekaterina Pasynkova, Personal Representative c/o R.
Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:00
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, FORTY-THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ORPHANS’ COURT DIVISION The following Executors, Administrators, Trustees, or Guardians have filed Accounts and Statements of Proposed Distribution in the Office of the Clerk of the Orphans’ Court Division: In Re: ESTATE OF JOSEPHINE N. SWABOWICZ, DECEASED Late of Township of Jackson First and Final Account of Beverly Pilcer, Executrix ESTATE OF ROBERT A. WORDA, DECEASED Late of Barret Township First and Final Account of Joseph J.
Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF KATHLEEN A. BOYLE, late of Stroudsburg Borough, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
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CORPORATE NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Articles of Incorporation have been filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at Harrisburg, PA on 2/8/2024, for: E&P TRANSPORT INC having a registered office address of: 1181 Carriage Lane Tobyhanna, PA 18466 The corporation has been incorporated under the provisions of the Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law of 1988, as amended.
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Sun, 10 Mar 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Nicholas A. Bugliari, lateof Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 10 Mar 2024 00:00:00
Public Notice Bid Notice Sealed bids are being accepted by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association for Tennis Court Resurfacing Bids packets will be received at 112 Recreation Drive, Tobyhanna, PA 18466. Bid packets containing all specifications may be obtained at the Administration Office or email Jane King, execsec@apcppoa.com. Each bidder must submit a bid upon a form supplied by the Association in accordance with the requirements of the documents.
Sun, 10 Mar 2024 00:00:00
Request for Proposals (RFP) Sealed Proposals marked “WASTE BID ENCLOSED” shall be received by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association (the Association), 112 Recreation Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania 18466, on May 13, 2024 until 4:00 p.m. for the COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE, BULK WASTE AND RECYCLING. ANY PROPOSAL RECEIVE-D AFTER TIME AND DATE SPECIFIED WILL BE RETURNED TO THE PROPOSER UNOPENED.
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Thu, 07 Mar 2024 00:00:00
TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given, that Tobyhanna Township Neighborhood Improvement District Authority will hold their March 11, 2024, Reorganizational and Regular Business Meeting at 6PM in person at the Tobyhanna Township Government Center. Any questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Bethanne Eisler at beisler@tobyhannatownshippa.gov or call (570) 646-1212. The Neighborhood Improvement District Authority will conduct business on the agenda and whatever other business comes before it.
Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:00:00
Public Notice Bid Notice Sealed bids are being accepted by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association for Tennis Court Resurfacing Bids packets will be received at 112 Recreation Drive, Tobyhanna, PA 18466. Bid packets containing all specifications may be obtained at the Administration Office or email Jane King, execsec@apcppoa.com. Each bidder must submit a bid upon a form supplied by the Association in accordance with the requirements of the documents.
Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:00:00
Request for Proposals (RFP) Sealed Proposals marked “WASTE BID ENCLOSED” shall be received by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association (the Association), 112 Recreation Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania 18466, on May 13, 2024 until 4:00 p.m. for the COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE, BULK WASTE AND RECYCLING. ANY PROPOSAL RECEIVE-D AFTER TIME AND DATE SPECIFIED WILL BE RETURNED TO THE PROPOSER UNOPENED.
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