Boards and Commissions

There are various Boards and Commissions containing members of the community who are appointed by the Board of Supervisors to serve the residents and community members of the Township.

If you would have an interest in serving on one of the Township’s Boards or Commissions, please contact the Municipal Office at (814) 398-8327 or email cambridgetwp@verizon.net.

Planning Commission

The Cambridge Township Planning Commission meets on the third Monday of every month if there is business to conduct.  They review conditional use applications, land developments, subdivision plans and work on updates to the Cambridge Township Zoning Ordinance, Comprehensive Plan, and Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance.

Zoning Hearing Board

The Cambridge Township Zoning Hearing Board meets when there is business to conduct.  They conduct zoning hearings such as Variance and Special Exception applications from the restrictions of the Zoning Ordinance.

Board of Auditors

The Cambridge Township Board of Auditors meets on the first day of the year following the Supervisors’ Reorganization Meeting.  They then meet for numerous weeks during the first part of each year to review and audit the Township financial records.

Building Code Appeals Board

The Cambridge Township Building Code Appeals Board meets when there is business to conduct.  They review appeals from the PA Uniform Construction Codes at the request of contractors or property owners relating to building code restrictions and requirements.

Cambridge Area Joint Authority

The Cambridge Area Joint Authority meets on the first Tuesday of every month, at the Cambridge Springs Borough Building.  Cambridge Township representatives serve with other members from the Borough of Cambridge Springs to oversee the management of the regional water and sewer facilities.