Business

Ewing Township is home to over 2,462 different businesses employing over 16,019 employees.¹ Here are just some of the reasons why businesses choose Ewing.

• Location, location, location...
  Our location along the Delaware River, midway between Philadelphia and New York, with  Trenton/Mercer Airport, the West Trenton Railroad Station and interstate highways makes Ewing a gateway to commerce. 
  Ewing is approximately 35 miles from Philadelphia and about 60 miles from New York City.  We are a first-ring suburb of Trenton, New Jersey’s capital city, directly to its south. 
  Interstate 295 (formerly 95) runs through the northwestern part of the town. Main roadways include State Highways 31 (Pennington Road) 29, and 206. There is also ready access to US Highway 1.
• Trenton/Mercer Airport (TTN) is located within Township boundaries for convenient and safe travel to and from Mercer County for staff and visitors.  Numerous Fortune 500 companies house their aviation units there.  
• Ewing is home to both local businesses and international corporations.
• Our community has a diverse and educated work force.  Proximity to major colleges and universities and New Jersey's research corridor makes it a great relocation choice.
• Our Economic Development Office works diligently to help both new businesses and established companies
• Township officials are committed to  growth and business expansion.

1.  2012 Economic Census of the United States

Economic Development Office

This office takes a proactive role in planning for and welcoming new businesses to Ewing.  It works to maintain a continuous dialogue with Ewing's business community in order to determine how the Township may address their needs.  It is their goal to strengthen business activities and the promote business opportunities in Ewing. The Township Planning and Zoning Official, Charles W. Latini, can be reached at (212) 203-5137, or through our Contact Us form.

Ewing Township Redevelopment Authority - ETRA 

A Township Board established in 1998 to encourage revitalization of the Ewing. It works with the Planning and Zoning Official to cultivate and develop Ewing's economic potential.  See our Planning Studies page for current redevelopment plans.  

Licenses and Permits

• The Municipal Clerk serves as the chief administrative officer responsible for the issuance and acceptance of applications for licenses and permits in the Township.  Click here for the permits/licenses that are issued through this office.
• Building Permits
  The Code Enforcement Office works to ensure that all construction projects are in compliance with required codes and completed in a safe manner.
• The Health Department works to ensure consumer, environmental, public and occupational health by conducting annual routine inspections and licensing Ewing businesses.  Click here for the permits/licenses that are issued through this office

Business Registration Certificate

Any businesses planning to contract with Ewing Township is required to provide a Business Registration Certificate certifying that they are properly documented to do business with state, county, and local government in New Jersey.

Ewing Township believes that a sustainable community is one that protects the environment by creating and maintaining sustainable ways of living; meets its residents social needs by cultivating a community that welcomes people from all walks of life; and builds strong and diverse economic opportunities. We are working diligently and consistently toward fulfilling those goals.

If your business has implemented changes that embrace greener, more sustainable policies and practices we invite you to join our select list of Ewing businesses that have been recognized for their commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable business practices. Check out the Ewing Green Team's Green Business Recognition Program for additional information and an application. Once your application is filed you will be contacted by a Green Team representative . If you have completed the pre-determined number of actions, you will be officially named a Ewing Green Business and added to our list of recognized Green Businessess.