Paradise Township

Paradise Township, nestled in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, lives up to its name with its serene landscapes and abundance of recreational opportunities. Home to the stunning Mount Pocono, the highest peak in the county, Paradise Township offers breathtaking views and endless outdoor adventures such as hiking, skiing, and wildlife watching. The township also boasts attractions like the iconic Camelback Mountain Resort and the scenic Paradise Valley Conservation Area, attracting visitors seeking both relaxation and excitement in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. With its tranquil atmosphere and natural beauty, Paradise Township truly lives up to its name as a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Paradise Township Supervisors
5912 Paradise Valley Road
Cresco, PA 18326
United States

paraship@ptd.net

Phone

(570) 595-9880

Fax

(570) 595-3090

URL

https://www.paradisetownship.com/

School District

Pocono Mountain School District

Short Term Rental Information

Short-term rentals in Paradise Township require a permit. An inspection is required, occupancy limited to 2 persons per bedroom and sufficient parking off-street must be provided. In early 2022 the township adopted a zoning district requirements, which will allow STR only in the Business Districts (B-1 and B-2) also known as Resort Development Districts, No STR in residential districts in Paradise Township.

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Somewhat STR Friendly

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Paradise Township News

Public Notice: 02/20/2025 [830680269d1448bd98e63bc2dee06675]

Thu, 02/20/2025 - 20:44

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Stroud Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 13, 2025 beginning at 3:00 P.M., at the Stroud Township Municipal Center, 1211 North 5th Street, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania 18360. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the application of Hayward Business Park, LLC for conditional use approval to construct a 200,000 SF industrial storage facility/warehouse. The project is intended to be constructed in two phases, with a 100,000 SF building in each phase.

Pocono Mountain school board to consider LERTA tax breaks in Pocono Twp.

Thu, 02/20/2025 - 05:49

PARADISE TWP., Pa. - On Wednesday night, the Pocono Mountain school board voted to participate in a public hearing with the township regarding a Local Economic Revitalization Tax Abatement (LERTA) ordinance.

At its last meeting in January, the board heard a request from the Pocono Mountain Economic Development Corp. and Pocono Township that the Pocono Mountain School District agree to participate in a public hearing on the LERTA ordinance, followed by the adoption of a resolution to participate.

Public Notice: 02/17/2025 [86711dc15e4a16acd2e4009ef9946efa]

Mon, 02/17/2025 - 20:26

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Paradise Township Public Notice Spring Clean Up Quotes The Paradise Township Board of Supervisors will accept written quotes for dumpsters for the Township's Spring Clean Up. Spring Clean Up is scheduled for Monday, April 28 through Saturday, May 3, 2025. All written quotes must be submitted on forms provided by the Township. Please call Tina at 570-595-9880 Ext. 4 or email tina@paradisetownship.com for further information and/or a quote form. Forms may also be picked up at the Municipal Building at 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco PA, 18326.

Public Notice: 02/12/2025 [6fef30ea5650332e7247d482084e87c6]

Thu, 02/13/2025 - 07:39

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING PARADISE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TAKE NOTICE, that the Paradise Township Board of Supervisors will hold a special public meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at the Paradise Township Municipal Building, 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, Pennsylvania 18326, at the direction of the Chair of the Paradise Township Board of Supervisors for the purpose to consider and take action on the Sewage Planning Module Component 2 submitted by M & M Realty Partners, L.P. for property bearing Tax Parcel No.

Public Notice: 02/12/2025 [a77b1912e46c7eeb96a625cc0935ff65]

Wed, 02/12/2025 - 08:59

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO ENACT PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 274 TAKE NOTICE that the Paradise Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., for the purpose of enacting proposed Ordinance No. 274, which Ordinance amends and restates Chapter 110 Sewage Disposal, to include a form Holding Tank and System Maintenance Agreement.

Public Notice: 02/12/2025 [215c908bce8cd2359be7242174e80bcc]

Wed, 02/12/2025 - 08:59

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00

PARADISE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING TIME CHANGE The Paradise Township Board of Supervisors have changed the start time for the Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Regular Business Meeting to 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Paradise Township Municipal Building, 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, PA. Peter Gonze, Chair Paradise Township Board of Supervisors February 5, 12 2025 LSOM0232423

Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

Tue, 02/11/2025 - 16:36

Description
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
PARADISE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Public Notice: 02/07/2025 [61441a6f5f43c48202ccee57615702b8]

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 13:27

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 4019 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, February 27, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.

Public Notice: 02/03/2025 [ae1cac50f4da7297eb4284cacba24574]

Tue, 02/04/2025 - 05:29

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00

PARADISE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE PARADISE TOWNSHIP The PARADISE TOWNSHIP meeting schedule for 2025 is as follows: Planning Commission Meetings: 2nd Tuesday/Month at 5:30 PM. Feb. 11 July 8 March 11 Aug. 12 April 8 Sept. 9 May 13 Oct. 14 June 10 Nov. 11 Dec.

Public Hearing - Ordinance 274

Thu, 01/30/2025 - 16:22

Description
PUBLIC HEARING: ORDINANCE 274 to amend and restate Chapter 110 Sewage Disposal

PARADISE TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REGULAR MEETING TIME CHANGE

The Paradise Township Board of Supervisors have changed the start time for the Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Regular Business Meeting to 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Paradise Township Municipal Building, 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, PA.

Peter Gonze, Chair
Paradise Township Board of Supervisors

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO ENACT PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 274

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ESU Recognizes Award Winners at 28th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 10:47

MLK Breakfast Boddie Scholarship recipients

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania recognized the winners for the 2025 Boddie Scholarship, Martin Luther King Jr. awards, and the Julianna and Wayne Bolt Art Contest. The recipients were honored at the 28th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Breakfast on January 20.

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Public Notice: 01/21/2025 [2726d1fa14ce04a6f90db77471319f1d]

Tue, 01/21/2025 - 08:57

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00

PARADISE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Hearing Board of Paradise Township has scheduled a Public Hearing at the Paradise Township Municipal Building, 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, Monroe County, Pennsylvania 18326 on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

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Paradise Township Events

	Date	Source
PARC Meeting (Paradise)	Thu, 02/27/2025 - 17:00 - Thu, 02/27/2025 - 18:00
Board of Supervisors Meeting - Paradise Township	Mon, 03/03/2025 - 17:00 - Mon, 03/03/2025 - 18:00
Paradise Board of Supervisors Meeting	Mon, 03/03/2025 - 17:00 - Mon, 03/03/2025 - 18:00
Planning Commission Meeting (Paradise Township)	Tue, 03/11/2025 - 17:30 - Tue, 03/11/2025 - 18:30
Board of Supervisors Meeting (Paradise)	Mon, 03/17/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 03/17/2025 - 19:00
Paradise Board of Supervisors Meeting	Mon, 03/17/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 03/17/2025 - 19:00
Environmental Advisory Council Meeting (Paradise)	Wed, 03/19/2025 - 17:00 - Wed, 03/19/2025 - 18:00
PARC Meeting (Paradise)	Thu, 03/27/2025 - 18:00 - Thu, 03/27/2025 - 19:00
Board of Supervisors Meeting - Paradise Township	Mon, 04/07/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 04/07/2025 - 19:00
Paradise Board of Supervisors Meeting	Mon, 04/07/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 04/07/2025 - 19:00
Planning Commission Meeting (Paradise Township)	Tue, 04/08/2025 - 17:30 - Tue, 04/08/2025 - 18:30
Environmental Advisory Council Meeting (Paradise)	Wed, 04/16/2025 - 17:00 - Wed, 04/16/2025 - 18:00
Board of Supervisors Meeting (Paradise)	Mon, 04/21/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 04/21/2025 - 19:00
Paradise Board of Supervisors Meeting	Mon, 04/21/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 04/21/2025 - 19:00
PARC Meeting (Paradise)	Thu, 04/24/2025 - 18:00 - Thu, 04/24/2025 - 19:00
Paradise Township Spring Clean Up Dumpster Quotes	Mon, 04/28/2025 - 00:00 - Mon, 04/28/2025 - 02:00
Paradise Township Spring Clean Up Event	Mon, 04/28/2025 - 00:00 - Mon, 04/28/2025 - 02:00
Paradise Township Spring Clean Up	Mon, 04/28/2025 - 00:00 - Mon, 04/28/2025 - 02:00
Board of Supervisors Meeting - Paradise Township	Mon, 05/05/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 05/05/2025 - 19:00
Paradise Board of Supervisors Meeting	Mon, 05/05/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 05/05/2025 - 19:00
Planning Commission Meeting (Paradise Township)	Tue, 05/13/2025 - 17:30 - Tue, 05/13/2025 - 18:30
Board of Supervisors Meeting (Paradise)	Mon, 05/19/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 05/19/2025 - 19:00
Paradise Board of Supervisors Meeting	Mon, 05/19/2025 - 18:00 - Mon, 05/19/2025 - 19:00
Environmental Advisory Council Meeting (Paradise)	Wed, 05/21/2025 - 17:00 - Wed, 05/21/2025 - 18:00
PARC Meeting (Paradise)	Thu, 05/22/2025 - 18:00 - Thu, 05/22/2025 - 19:00

PMSD Calendar

	Date	Source
Maha Shivaratri
Ramadan Starts
Read Across America Day
CRIS-Read Across America Spirit Week
Ash Wednesday
Purim
Holi
End of 3rd Marking Period (tentative)
Lailat al-Qadr
Eid al-Fitr
PA Odyssey of the Mind State Finals on Swiftwater Campus (EHS, EJHS & SIS)
CRIS-Youth Swim Clinic at Pocono Mountain West High School	Sat, 04/05/2025 - 08:00 - Sat, 04/05/2025 - 10:45
PMEA State Music Festival - EHS, WHS, EJHS, WJHS, SIS Auditoriums/Cafeterias	Wed, 04/09/2025 - 08:30 - Fri, 04/11/2025 - 22:00
Passover Eve
Palm Sunday
Passover
3rd Annual Night of STEAM @ WHS	Mon, 04/14/2025 - 17:00 - Mon, 04/14/2025 - 20:00
Spring Recess - All Schools Closed
Orthodox Easter
Last Day of Passover
Orthodox Easter Monday
Yom HaShoah
SEC PTO Meeting	Wed, 04/30/2025 - 10:30 - Wed, 04/30/2025 - 11:30
Yom Ha'atzmaut
Act 80 Day - 3 Hour Student Early Dismissal

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