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Greene Township, Pike County, Pennsylvania

Greene Township

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About

Greene Township is located in Northeastern Pennsylvania in the County of Pike. At the 2020 Census, the population was 3,452. It was created on April 24, 1839, from Palmyra Township and is named for the popular Revolutionary War General Nathanel Greene, who fought at Boston, Long Island, Trenton and Brandywine.

Township Lines
Greentown, Pennsylvania is a village located in the northeastern part of the state. However, it is not confined just to Greene Township. The southern part of the village is located in Greene Township, but the northern part of the village is located in Palmyra Township. Both townships are located in Pike County.

Visit the Pike County GIS Map to see which township your property is located in.

Geography of Greene Township
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 62.1 square miles (161 km2), of which, 59.9 square miles (155 km2) of it is land and 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2) of it (3.54%) is water.

Board of supervisors
Auditors
Township Departments

The Board of Supervisors are elected during municipal elections for 6 year overlapping terms. The current board is:

Amanda Seagraves – ChairwomanTerm Expires – end of 2031
Justin Wittenbrader – Vice-ChairmanTerm Expires – end of 2027
Edward Geisler – SupervisorTerm Expires – end of 2029

The Board of Supervisors will hold their regular meetings in 2026 at 7:00pm on the first Wednesday of each month at the municipal building, 198 Brink Hill Rd. Greentown, PA 18426.

Meetings

The Board of Auditors are elected during municipal elections for 6 year overlapping terms. The current board is:

Debra GunnipTerm Expires – end of 2029
Steve NescoTerm Expires – end of 2031
Amy ReynoldsTerm Expires – end of 2027

Township Departments:

SecretaryAmanda Seagraves(570) 676-9325
TreasurerSandra Oziemblo(570) 676-9325
RoadmasterJustin Wittenbrader(570) 676-3932
Building Code OfficialBill Burton – Bureau Veritas(570) 676-9656
Sewage Enforcement OfficerGlen Martin(570) 676-9974
Code Enforcement/Short-Term Rental OfficerKurt Ellefsen(570) 676-6367
Contact Us
Office Hours:
  • Secretary/Treasurer:
    Monday – Thursday 8:00am to 2:30pm
  • Code Enforcement Officer:
    Mondays & Tuesdays 8:00am to 2:30pm
  • Sewage Enforcement Officer:
    Wednesdays 8:00am-noon
  • Building Department:
    Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am-noon
2026 Holiday Schedule – township offices closed for:
  • New Year’s Day – Thurs., Jan. 1
  • Easter Monday – Mon., Apr. 6
  • Memorial Day – Mon., May 25
  • Labor Day – Mon., Sept. 7
  • Thanksgiving Day – Thur., Nov. 26

Building In Greene Township

If you are looking to build a home, shed, garage, addition, deck, or other structure, please visit the Building Page.

Building Page

ALL STRUCTURES

require a Location Permit

All decks, additions, sheds, or other structures require a Location Permit through the township office, regardless of size or height. There is no inspection or fee for a Location Permit.

Additional permits and inspections may be required for certain projects, which are done through Bureau Veritas.

frequently asked questions.

1. Is there zoning in Greene Township?

There is no zoning ordinance currently adopted in the township of Greene, Pike County, Pennsylvania. However, there are still other regulations for properties located in Greene Township that are described in Ordinance #94 – Subdivision and Land Development.

Properties located in a development may have additional by-laws that are to be followed.

If you need a letter stating this, please find our letter here:

No Zoning Ordinance Letter

2. Does Greene Township require an Occupancy Permit or other Property Resale Transfer Requirements for the resale of a residential home?

Greene Township does not require an Occupancy Permit when a residential home is sold. Property resale transfer requirement questions should be directed to the county’s Recorder of Deeds office, which records the deed and collects transfer taxes.

3. Are there any rules against short term rentals in Greene Township?

Yes, Greene Township has an adopted Short-Term Rental Ordinance which regulates short-term rentals within the township and establishes penalties for violations.

To read the ordinance and/or submit a Short-Term Permit Application, click here.

4. How do I sign up for garbage/recycling pick-up?

Greene Township does not have public utilities. Garbage pick-up would have to be set up by the resident through a privately operated company (visit our blog post for local businesses). There are no recycling locations in Pike County, but residents can utilize Wayne County locations. Please visit the Recycling page for more information.

5. Is there public water and sewer, or other public utilities?

Greene Township does not have public utilities. All properties (with the exception of properties located in The Escape Development) have onlot septic systems and wells. All questions regarding sewer and water should be directed to the Sewage Enforcement Officer.

6. Where can I get a 911 address and/or sign for my property?

Physical addresses are assigned by the Pike County Communications center.

911 address signs can be purchased through Greene-Dreher Fire Department by calling (570) 676-3384 or through Commonwealth Signs by calling (570) 872-7871 or visiting their website.

7. Where can I find help regarding the home that I rent?

If you rent a home in Greene Township and are having issues with your landlord, please contact PHFA (Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency). They provide resources and assistance for renters.

8. How do I report potholes?

Since Greene Township is located in Northeastern Pennsylvania and is subject to the changing weather conditions of the area, roads that are dirt and gravel often form potholes. The township road crew works diligently to fix them, starting with the worst severe and working their way to the least severe. If you would like to report potholes on township roads, please fill out the form on the Township Roads page of the website.

9. I want to build an addition, shed, garage, or other structure. Do I need a permit?

Yes. Permits are required for building, and other home projects. Please visit our Building page for information on how to obtain a permit.

10. How do I advise the Township Supervisors that another Greene Township resident is in violation of an ordinance?

If you are a resident of Greene Township and would like to report a complaint, please fill out the Request for Action Form at the bottom of the Permits & Forms page and mail it to 198 Brink Hill Rd., Greentown, PA 18426, or email it to secretary@greenetownship.org *Form must be filled out completely

11. How do I know if there is a burn ban in effect and when it is lifted?

Township burn bans are requested by the Fire Chief and put into effect by the Township Supervisors. Red “Burn Ban in Effect” signs will be posted at each township line, it will be announced on the Township’s Facebook page, and it will be posted on the slider on the home page of the website.

There is no time limit restrictions for Township burn bans. The Board of Supervisors can apply and lift the ban at their discretion.

When a burn ban is lifted, the signs will be removed from the township lines and it will be posted in the same locations mentioned above.

It is the responsibility of any resident planning to burn to check with their local municipality, and to inform the fire department, before they burn.

For more information as to why a burn ban may be in effect, please visit the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) website. You can then click on “Burn Bans” on the right-hand side for more detailed information. *Please note: The DCNR’s website lists county wide burn bans. Local municipalities and county offices may have additional burning restrictions or ban information. 

Please see the Township Ordinance regarding outdoor fires below.

Regulating Outdoor Fires Ordinance

12. Who do I call if there is a tree down across a Township road?

If there is a tree, or other object, on a Township road, please contact the township:

24 Hour Road Emergencies: (570) 676-3932
Monday – Thursday 8:00am-2:30pm: (570) 676-9325
Email: greenetownshipoffice@gmail.com

Submit Road Concern Form: Click Here

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