Managing vegetation along our streets is an important task for the Public Works Department. Roadside mowing helps to keep our street safer for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians by improving the visibility of signs, keeps roadside ditches clear, prevents vegetation from migrating out into the right-of-way of the road, while also…
Dover Township plans to start our yearly street sweeping the week of 4-1-2025. We kindly ask that you remove all vehicles from the roadway. This not only helps our operator but also makes for a much cleaner job. Dover’s goal is to get as much dirt and debris as possible…
Dover Township will be begin flushing fire hydrants in the month of April. During this time, you may experience sputtering faucets and cloudy/dirty water. This is due to air that has entered the line and the stirring up of sediment that has coated the mains. This is normal; to alleviate…
Work includes replacing the Route 74 bridge, preserving Route 4014 bridge, both spanning Conewago Creek in Dover and Warrington townships Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that two-bridge project consisting of replacing the Carlisle Road (Route 74) bridge and preserving the Harmony Grove Road…
As you walk or drive throughout the Township, you will notice Dover Township is certainly “under construction”. Some recent project approvals include: Donwood Phase IIB Seasons Phase 4 Brownstone Manor Phase 3 Bell-Mark Technologies For a list of active developments and plans under review, please click here.
On November 20, 2024, the ICDC Committee had the opportunity to tour the Dover Area High School Career Technical Education (CTE) program. Seeing what resources are available to our students was eye-opening. Students wishing to enter the workforce right out of high school have an incredible advantage to gain experience…
Dover Township will be completing a building addition and renovation project which is anticipated to begin March of 2025 and continue for approximately 12 months. During that time the public will be affected in several ways: A map is being provided to aid the public, vendors and other agencies in…
Dover Township’s Building and Zoning Department had a busy and productive year in 2024, processing thousands of permits, inspections, and regulatory tasks to support the community’s growth and infrastructure. Here’s a quick snapshot of the department’s key activities: Records & Scanning Efforts To improve accessibility and record-keeping, the township sent…
In recent years, the issue of blight has become a pressing concern for communities across the United States, including Dover Township. Effective code enforcement and blight management is crucial for maintaining the quality of life, property values, and overall community health. Understanding Code Enforcement and Blight Management: Code enforcement pertains…
Dover Township is currently seeking volunteers for open board positions. There is one available position on the Industrial and Commercial Development Committee (ICDC), where members work on matters related to the growth and development of local businesses and industries. ICDC meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month…
In 2017, when the Township contemplated the Public Works Garage Project, the intent was to complete an addition on the Administrative Building as well. Unfortunately, the actual bids for those improvements were higher than the Township’s Budget and the decision was made to proceed with the Garage portion of the…
Dover Recreation’s 2025 Sponsorship Guide is now available. Please join us as we bring the fun to Dover. Please see the guide at the link below: 2025 Sponsorship Guide