Fire Prevention is extremely important for the safety of all buildings and businesses within Green Brook. If you are a new business (or an existing business changing ownership), you must submit a Fire Inspection Registration Form along with your Zoning Application. You can print the 3-page form from our website and submit it to the Bureau of Fire Prevention through our office at 111 Greenbrook Road. If your Zoning Application (with supporting documents) was approved as a CCO and does not need a Construction Permit, the Fire Prevention Officer will then come in for the inspection. If a Construction Permit is needed then the Fire Prevention Inspection will take place at the end of the process after the Certificate of Occupancy/Certificate of Approval. Contact Information: Rick Ciarlariello, Fire Official Tel: (732) 968-2630 Email: prevention@greenbrooktwp.org Fire Prevention Residential CCO Smoke Detector Application Process: - To Apply Click Here for Printable Application - You must fill this out and return it whether you pay by check on online. You can mail or drop off your application with a check at the municipal building OR You can mail or drop off your application and Click Here to Pay On-line. OR - You can also scan your filled-out paper application, and send to: prevention@greenbrooktwp.org and then Click Here to Pay On-line Fire Prevention Business Inspection Invoice or Other Fire Permit Fee (ie propane, food truck...etc): Click Here to Pay Online
Fire Prevention is extremely important for the safety of all buildings and businesses within Green Brook. If you are a new business (or an existing business changing ownership), you must submit a Fire Inspection Registration Form along with your Zoning Application. You can print the 3-page form from our website and submit it to the Bureau of Fire Prevention through our office at 111 Greenbrook Road. If your Zoning Application (with supporting documents) was approved as a CCO and does not need a Construction Permit, the Fire Prevention Officer will then come in for the inspection. If a Construction Permit is needed then the Fire Prevention Inspection will take place at the end of the process after the Certificate of Occupancy/Certificate of Approval.
Contact Information:
Rick Ciarlariello, Fire Official Tel: (732) 968-2630 Email: prevention@greenbrooktwp.org
Fire Prevention Residential CCO Smoke Detector Application Process:
- To Apply Click Here for Printable Application - You must fill this out and return it whether you pay by check on online. You can mail or drop off your application with a check at the municipal building OR You can mail or drop off your application and Click Here to Pay On-line.
OR
- You can also scan your filled-out paper application, and send to:
prevention@greenbrooktwp.org and then Click Here to Pay On-line
Fire Prevention Business Inspection Invoice or Other Fire Permit Fee (ie propane, food truck...etc):
Click Here to Pay Online
Click Here for a link to our File Depot
In Green Brook the owner is responsible for coordinating their garbage collection. There are many haulers used within the Township. If you are new in town, check with your neighbors to see who they use. Additionally, your private garbage hauler will provide you with the garbage collection bin.
In response to the 1971 and 1973 floods, a local movement achieved a new level of recognition. The Green Brook Flood Control Commission was authorized by the State of New Jersey and consists of volunteer representatives appointed by the flood-affected municipalities and counties, working in cooperation with state and federal representatives. The Commission regularly holds open meetings to discuss their goal of a comprehensive flood control solution for the entire Green Brook Basin, as well as to get updated information on the progress of the project. More Info visit the Green Brook Flood Control Project Site
In 1872 a tract of land was subdivided off from Warren Township. Thirteen years later in 1885 the Borough of North Plainfield was created from a section of the subdivided land. The land at that time was designated as North Plainfield. Many years later in 1926 the Borough of Watchung was carved out of North Plainfield Township. The remaining land continued until 1932, when Green Brook Township was formed out of North Plainfield Township. Settlement here was about one hundred years prior to the Revolution on the Passaic River and down in the Valley, which was to become known as Washington’s Valley. Early History Green Brook Township has a rich and colorful history that has been heavily influenced by its natural resources and geographic location. Situated between the "Blue Hills" and Green Brook, the land was sheltered from the cold winter winds by the mountains and blessed with thick forests, fertile soil, and abundant springs. The area offered an ideal habitat for Native Americans, as well as for the early settlers as they moved inland from the coast. During the Revolutionary War, the mountains above Green Brook Township played an important role in determining the direction of the war - and perhaps even its outcome. The mountains provided a natural strategic fortress for an occupying force - a fact that was recognized by both General Washington and General Howe. By holding the mountains, Washington prevented the British from attacking the Continental Army in the spring of 1777, and Washington was able to set the terms of any potential engagement rather than leaving the initiative with Howe. The mountains of Green Brook Township also provided Washington an observation point for spying on the British troops as well as platform for signaling his troops. During the spring of 1777, Washington rock was visited by the General, and was almost certainly used by General Anthony Wayne and General Benjamin Lincoln whose brigades were camped on top of the ridge. When Washington returned to the area in 1778-79, the mountains were again fortified and used for observation and early warning. Under Washington's order, Lord Stirling directed that a series of signal beacons be constructed in March of 1779 to warn of British attack. The beacons played an important role during the Spring of 1780 during the battle of Connecticut Farms and the battle of Springfield. On both occasions, the militia used the beacons as a call-to-arms as soon as the invasion was spotted. As a means of transportation, Green Brook was important for both the Native Americans and early settlers since it provided access to the Raritan River and to the Atlantic Ocean. The early settlers used the brook to move supplies upstream and goods downstream, and they also used the flowing water as a source of power for their lumber mills and gristmills, and later, to power other early industries. During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the area between the brook and the mountains became one of the main corridors for railroads and highways connecting New York and Pennsylvania. As the traffic through the corridor expanded, Green Brook Township developed from a quiet farming community, which it had been for nearly two hundred years, into the suburban community that it is today. For more information on the history of Green Brook, please visit the Green Brook Historical Society website .
In 1872 a tract of land was subdivided off from Warren Township. Thirteen years later in 1885 the Borough of North Plainfield was created from a section of the subdivided land. The land at that time was designated as North Plainfield. Many years later in 1926 the Borough of Watchung was carved out of North Plainfield Township. The remaining land continued until 1932, when Green Brook Township was formed out of North Plainfield Township. Settlement here was about one hundred years prior to the Revolution on the Passaic River and down in the Valley, which was to become known as Washington’s Valley.
Green Brook Township has a rich and colorful history that has been heavily influenced by its natural resources and geographic location. Situated between the "Blue Hills" and Green Brook, the land was sheltered from the cold winter winds by the mountains and blessed with thick forests, fertile soil, and abundant springs. The area offered an ideal habitat for Native Americans, as well as for the early settlers as they moved inland from the coast.
During the Revolutionary War, the mountains above Green Brook Township played an important role in determining the direction of the war - and perhaps even its outcome. The mountains provided a natural strategic fortress for an occupying force - a fact that was recognized by both General Washington and General Howe. By holding the mountains, Washington prevented the British from attacking the Continental Army in the spring of 1777, and Washington was able to set the terms of any potential engagement rather than leaving the initiative with Howe. The mountains of Green Brook Township also provided Washington an observation point for spying on the British troops as well as platform for signaling his troops.
During the spring of 1777, Washington rock was visited by the General, and was almost certainly used by General Anthony Wayne and General Benjamin Lincoln whose brigades were camped on top of the ridge. When Washington returned to the area in 1778-79, the mountains were again fortified and used for observation and early warning. Under Washington's order, Lord Stirling directed that a series of signal beacons be constructed in March of 1779 to warn of British attack. The beacons played an important role during the Spring of 1780 during the battle of Connecticut Farms and the battle of Springfield. On both occasions, the militia used the beacons as a call-to-arms as soon as the invasion was spotted.
As a means of transportation, Green Brook was important for both the Native Americans and early settlers since it provided access to the Raritan River and to the Atlantic Ocean. The early settlers used the brook to move supplies upstream and goods downstream, and they also used the flowing water as a source of power for their lumber mills and gristmills, and later, to power other early industries.
During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the area between the brook and the mountains became one of the main corridors for railroads and highways connecting New York and Pennsylvania. As the traffic through the corridor expanded, Green Brook Township developed from a quiet farming community, which it had been for nearly two hundred years, into the suburban community that it is today. For more information on the history of Green Brook, please visit the Green Brook Historical Society website .
Within the Township there are two schools - the Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School (480 students), which proudly carries a Blue Ribbon Designation, and the Green Brook Middle School (450 students). Students in Green Brook attend Watchung Hills Regional High School, a former Blue Ribbon recipient, which also serves students in Watchung, Warren, and Long Hill. The Green Brook Township Public Schools offer an extensive curriculum that includes: language arts literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, character education, engineering & robotics, computer literacy, physical education, health education, vocal and instrumental music, visual and performing arts, English language learning, world languages (Spanish & Latin), speech, basic skills instruction, library skills, and gifted and talented education. A District Five-Year Curriculum Plan that ensures that all subject areas are reviewed and updated on a cyclical basis guides educational programs. This plan accommodates and addresses the new Core Common State ELA and Math Standards and the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and adopted by the New Jersey Department of Education. All programs are current and reflect high expectations for all students. Irene. E. Feldkirchner Elementary School Green Brook Middle School Watchung Hills Regional High School
Within the Township there are two schools - the Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School (480 students), which proudly carries a Blue Ribbon Designation, and the Green Brook Middle School (450 students). Students in Green Brook attend Watchung Hills Regional High School, a former Blue Ribbon recipient, which also serves students in Watchung, Warren, and Long Hill.
The Green Brook Township Public Schools offer an extensive curriculum that includes: language arts literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, character education, engineering & robotics, computer literacy, physical education, health education, vocal and instrumental music, visual and performing arts, English language learning, world languages (Spanish & Latin), speech, basic skills instruction, library skills, and gifted and talented education.
A District Five-Year Curriculum Plan that ensures that all subject areas are reviewed and updated on a cyclical basis guides educational programs. This plan accommodates and addresses the new Core Common State ELA and Math Standards and the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and adopted by the New Jersey Department of Education. All programs are current and reflect high expectations for all students.
