Building & Zoning

The Building Department issues permits for building, electric, plumbing, fire, shed and tree permits, along with appropriate inspections.


This Department also issues Certificates for resale of single-family homes, two-family homes and change of tenancy in rental units.

Call this Department at Extension 7121 to log in property maintenance complaints; this office issues the appropriate notices- 
Email: mazer@wanaqueborough.com

Residential - Resale, Rental, New Tenant Certificate


Building and Zoning also accepts applications for variances, subdivisions, and site plan applications for the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.

Meeting Schedule

  • The Planning Board meets the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. 
  • The Board of Adjustment meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. 

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