Building & Zoning
What permits do I need?
It is essential to obtain all required permits. Any work performed without the necessary permits will be subject to double permit fees and a failed re-sale use and occupancy certificate with the sale of the home.
Any impervious surface, cumulative since September 2002 of 1,000 square feet or more, changes to grading and/or change to stormwater flow is subject to stormwater regulations and review.
A design professional plot plan for primary structure, detached garage, addition, in-ground swimming pool or as determined by the Zoning Officer are required with permit submission. Building plans are to be signed and sealed by a design professional.
Issued permits become void if work is not in progress within 180 days after issuance, there is no activity for 180 days or if work is not completed within one year. Permit extensions are available upon written request and approval.
Helpful Links
- Zoning District Map with Tax Map Parcels (TMP)
- Zoning & Code Enforcement Page
- Building Page
- Stormwater Management Page
- FEMA Flood Plain Page
- Subdivision & Land Development Page
- Bucks County Searchable Public Access GIS System & Public Record Database
- 2018 International Building Code adopted by the Commonwealth of PA
- Bucks County Department of Health Septic & Well
- Bucks County Conservation District Erosion & Sedimentation
- Bucks County Planning Commission for Subdivision Application Submission
Building & Zoning Documentation
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Apply for a Permit
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Zoning Permit Application
Applicable if not specified below
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Zoning & Building Permit Application
Applicable if not Roofing, Electric, Plumbing or Mechanical only
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Community Event Zoning Permit Application
Events open to the Public
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Demolition Zoning Permit Application
Removal of any and all structures
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Electric Only Permit Application
Zoning Permit required with generator pad
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Fence Zoning Permit Application
New or replacement
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Flood Plain Permit Application
See our FEMA Flood Plain webpage
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Forestry Zoning Permit Application
Timber Harvest
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Mechanical Only Permit Application
New or Altering HVAC system
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Non Conforming Use Zoning Registration Application
Registration the use or structure existed prior to Zoning changes
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Plumbing Only Permit Application
New or Altering Plumbing
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Roofing Building Permit Application
Permit required for more than 25% of roof replacement
- Sign Zoning Permit Application
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Well Permit Application
Bucks County Department of Health approval also required
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Zoning Permit Application
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Documents & Forms
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Code Of Ordinance Formal Complaint
Formal property complaint for investigation. Photos and signature required.
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Contract For Professional Services Agreement & Establish Escrow Form
For Consultant review time. Fee and escrow apply.
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Escrow Request For Return Of Funds
Request for return of escrow funds after project is complete
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Impervious Surface Zoning Breakdown
Breakdown of impervious surface on a property, as requested
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Plumbing License Annual Requirement
Annual plumbing registration
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Re Sale Use & Occupancy Certificate Inspection Application
Required prior to settlement for all residential dwellings. Work done without permits will result in a failed inspection. Current fee is $85.00 per unit.
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Tenant Identification Annual Requirement
Landlords are required to register tenants with the township annually or 30 days after they take possession.
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Zoning Change, Amendment or Determination Request
Informal Zoning determination; Zoning map change; change to text; curative amendment
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Code Of Ordinance Formal Complaint
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Information
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Accessory Building Zoning Information
Detached accessory building helpful information
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Fee Schedule 2023
Listing of current submission fees and escrow requirements effective 1-1-2023
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What permits do I need?
Permit submission guidelines
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Zoning District Map with Tax Map Parcels (TMP)
Locate your zoning district and tax map parcel identification
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Zoning Table Of Use Chart
Uses allowed in each zoning district
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Accessory Building Zoning Information
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Public Hearing Applications
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Conditional Use Hearing Application
Public hearing before Board of Supervisors
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Uniform Construction Code UCC Appeal Application
Public hearing before Uniform Construction Code Joint Board of Appeal
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Zoning Hearing Board Application
Public hearing before the Zoning Hearing Board
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Conditional Use Hearing Application
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Planning
Telephone & Email Directory
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Zoning Officer
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Zoning Officer | 215-257-9156 |
Building Code Official
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Schedule an Inspection | 215-257-9156 ext. 120 |