FAQ Topic: Property & housing
Underground electric, gas, communications and water lines are everywhere, even on private property. NJ state law requires that anyone digging must call 1-800-272-1000 or 811, so that operators can markout underground utilities. You must call at least 3 days before any digging project, such as installing, removing or replacing: trees and tree stumps curbs street … Continued
A moving permit is not required if you’re moving to Somerville. Please reach out to the Fire Marshal’s office to confirm if a fire inspection is required.
To check on the status of your tax payment Look up your account in the payment portal You will see if the account is paid or open Learn more about how to pay your taxes
Call the Property Maintenance Officer at (908) 460-6850 to report: private property maintenance issues construction without permits concerns about zoning violations
Pay your property taxes online using the block/lot as the identifier. A convenience fee will be applied for online payments. You may pay with cash (exact change) or check at the Tax Office in Borough Hall, Monday to Friday, until 3 pm. Learn more about how to pay your property tax bill.