Frequently Asked Questions

How do I obtain a Building Permit?

Either download the Building Permit Application from this page or come to the Borough Office any weekday from 9 AM - 4 PM for assistance and paper forms.

Please be aware that your contractor must be registered to work in the Borough and be properly insured. The Contractor Registration Form is also available here or at the Borough Office.

I have questions on how to complete the forms.

If you need assistance completing the Application, the Building Inspector/Zoning Officer is available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 1:00-4 p.m. to answer your questions. Please call 215-822-7295.

What is the cost for a Building Permit?

The Permit Fee is set by a formula approved by resolution. The final cost will be available when you are notified that the Permit is ready for pick-up. (The Building Permit Fee Schedule, Resolution 2007-8, is available below.)

All contractors must register with the borough and provide proof of insurance. The Contractor Registration Fee is $50.00 annually (Jan-Dec). Home improvement contractors certified with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will not be charged.

What happens after I submit my Building Permit?

The Permit is assigned an identification number and processed by the Building Inspector/Zoning Officer. You will be contacted when the Permit is ready. For residential properties, the permit should be ready within 15 business days, for commercial properties, 30 business days.

When should I schedule an inspection?

Your issued permit will include a list of inspections that must be completed during construction and when the job is finished. Call the borough office at 215-822-7295. The receptionist will schedule your appointment. Please have your building permit number available when you call. (It is located on the upper right-hand corner of your permit.)

Do I need a permit for a fence or manufactured shed?

You must submit an application for Zoning Certificate, along with a plot diagram indicated where the fence or shed will be installed in relation to your property line, house, street, etc. Please see "Fence Requirements" below for more information.

What is a U&O?

A Residential Use and Occupancy inspection and subsequent Certificate is required whenever real estate in the borough is sold or rented to a new tenant. The application is available to download or may be picked up at the borough office. Included in the application is a check list of items included in the inspection. The fee for the application is $75. and includes one additional inspection if necessary. Non-Residential Use and Occupancy inspection is necessary for businesses opening or changing ownership within the borough.

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