Building Permits

in accordance with Pennsylvania Act 157, a mandatory $4.50 educational fee will be collected for each permit application, in addition to permit fees.

Penalty Fee for work performed without a permit in addition to the actual fee:

• Residential - $100
• Commercial - $150

The Township may determine that a special building plan review is required. If it is determined that a specialized building plan review is required, the applicant shall execute a reimbursement agreement wherein the applicant agrees to reimburse the Township for any costs incurred for specialized plan reviews. Fees for specialized plan reviews are fees in addition to any permit fees or Township review fees required by any other ordinance, regulation, or resolution by the Township.

Residential

• New construction, including all habitable spaces (basement, garage, porch and deck areas) - $0.75 per SF ($200 minimum)
• Additions to any residential classification - $0.70 per SF ($200 minimum)
• Repairs, Alterations and Renovations (including basement, garage and porch to living space and installation of new door or window in new opening) - $30 per $1,000 ($200 minimum)
• Decks and Porches (greater than 30 inches above grade) - $0.75 per SF ($175 minimum)
• Demolition - $175 per structure
• Pools (in-ground) - $25 per $1,000 ($250 minimum)
• Pool (above-ground and greater than 24 inches depth) - $150
• Retaining walls (greater than 48 inches of retained earth) - $10 per linear foot ($150
  minimum, $300 maximum)
• Stoves, Fireplaces and inserts - $50 per $1,000 ($200 minimum)

Disclaimer

We are not responsible for errors or omissions. Hard copies are available in the township office or call 610-565-4944 with any questions regarding the fee schedule.