Do Business FAQs

• IS MY BUSINESS USE PERMITTED?

  Call Morristown’s Land Use & Zoning Department for specific questions.  (973) 292-6722

  Click here to search the Town of Morristown ordinances and zoning regulations.

  
  
  

  Attached files:

  Town of Morristown Land Development Ordinance

• ARE LICENSES AND PERMITS TRANSFERABLE TO NEW OWNERSHIP?

  No, with a change of ownership or change of business, the new owner is required to contact the Town of Morristown to obtain the necessary approval, inspection and license permit prior to operation.

  
  
  
• DOES THE TOWN OF MORRISTOWN PROVIDE RECYCLING OR WASTE MANAGEMENT TO COMMERCIAL BUSINESSES OR PROPERTIES?

  No. The Town of Morristown does not provide solid waste or recycling pick-up. It is recommended to contract with your business neighbors’ haulers to improve pick-up logistics.

  Recycling is Mandatory in Morristown.

  The Town of Morristown’s Lake Road Recycling Center, located at 90 Lake Road is open to all residents, schools, institutions, hospitals, governments and businesses in the Town of Morristown. There is NO CHARGE for recycling of mixed paper, glass, plastic, electronics or metals. Residents (proof of Morristown residency required) and businesses may drop off recycling during our hours. Brush and branches may also be dropped off at the center.

  
  
  
• WHERE DO MY EMPLOYEES PARK?

  Morristown Parking Authority manages more than 3,600 public parking spaces throughout downtown Morristown.

  For day rates and permit information call (973) 539-4810

  • Parking Validation Program
  • Information Guide for PART-TIME EMPLOYEE DEBIT PARKING PROGRAM (see pdf)
    • DEHART STREET GARAGE
    • ANN/BANK GARAGE
    • DALTON GARAGE

  Headquarters Plaza Parking Deck has more than 3000 covered spaces available. Located under the Headquarters Plaza complex it is accessible from Speedwell Avenue, Spring Street and Water Streets.

  Managed by LAZ Parking (973) 455-1177

  Morristown Station Parking has more than 500 spaces available for public parking. Located near the Morristown Train Station it is accessible from Lafayette Avenue and Morris Street.

  Managed by Standard Parking  (973) 267-4374

  
  
  

  Attached files:

  PART-TIME EMPLOYEE DEBIT PARKING PROGRAM

• WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO START A BUSINESS?

  General business start-up activities include but are not limited to:

  1. Determine the business you want to start and assess:
     1. Your qualifications for that business
     2. The feasibility of making that business profitable.
  2. Assess your customer base, market base and know your competitors.
  3. Develop a business plan that outlines the key aspects of your business venture.
  4. Seek technical assistance to develop the business plan.
  5. Determine the costs associated with starting your business and project these costs for a period of at least 3 years.
  6. Determine the licensing and/or registration requirements at both the local and state level based on the type of business you are considering.

  Resources:

  U.S. Small Business Administration

  New Jersey District Office
  Two Gateway Center Suite 1501
  Newark, NJ
  Phone: (973)-645-2434
  Fax: (973)-645-6265

  
  
  
• CAN MY BUSINESS HAVE A FREESTANDING SIGN (A-FRAME SIGN/ SANDWICH BOARD)?

  Yes! Businesses meeting the requirements of the municipal ordinance can apply for a sign permit through the Zoning office at the Town of Morristown, 200 South Street, Second Floor.

  Remember to bring:

  • Completed Zoning Permit Application-NON-RESIDENTIAL Application
  • Drawing or Image of Sign
  • Layout with respect to your storefront
  • Payment