Department of Planning, Tourism, & Community Affairs

What We Do 

The Cumberland County Department of Planning, Tourism, & Community Affairs is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the citizens of Cumberland County. This means working to promote new jobs and industry, as well as protecting our unique environment and cultural heritage of the community.

The Department staffs the Cumberland County Planning Board, the Cumberland County Agriculture Development Board, the Tourism Advisory Council, the County Recreation Commission, and the Cumberland County Cultural and Heritage Commission. Additionally, many special events and community-wide meetings are coordinated through the Department. GIS, Census and other demographic information, as well as aerial photographs and maps are provided by the Department.

Whether one is seeking a site plan application, the latest population counts, or Farmland Preservation, the Cumberland County Department of Planning, Tourism, & Community Affairs  is an excellent resource and continues to demonstrate why Cumberland County is a great place to call home.

More Information

Covid-19 Cultural, Recreational & Hospitality Assistance Grant Program

Census Data -- Cumberland County data Book

Cumberland County Census Information

CLICK HERE for Meeting Dates & Times 

Development Review Committee

Cumberland County Delaware Bayshore Recovery Plan - Final

Cumberland County Transportation Plan - Final

NJDEP Wastewater Management Plan - Service Area Map

Wastewater Management Plan for Open Space

Open Space & Recreation Plan

Rails to Trails Project 

State Data Center Affiliate