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Most Forms & Applications are linked or can also be found on Attachment List below.
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Right To Know Request Form - All Records Requests
West Rockhill Township is in full compliance with the PA "Right-To-Know" Law passed in 2008. Please use the Right to Know Request Form to request copies of public records. Please allow up to 5 business days for review and processing of information.
If you have a question, comment or concern you wish to formally address with the Township, please fill out a Resident Concern Form and fax, mail, or drop it off at the Township building. If you wish to make a formal complaint about a zoning violation, please use the Official Zoning Violation Form. The township manager will investigate the issue and take action if necessary.
Anyone wishing to be on the Agenda at to address the Board of Supervisors must fill out a Confirmed Appointment Request form and submit it to the Township. The form must be received at least two weeks prior to the date of the meeting.
Residents needing special assistance in the event of an emergency within the township may fill out an Emergency Special Needs Form. This form conatins information which would aid emergency personnel in evacuating a resident with special needs in the event of a natural or man caused disaster.
James Park Rental Form & Park Rules - To rent the pavilions or baseball field at James Memorial Park.
Building & Zoning Permit Applications
Developers of minor and major subdivisions and land development projects must complete all information in the Subdivision And Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) packet and submit to the Township along with proper fees, escrows and plans.
The Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (2008) requires that all contractors who perform at least $5,000 worth of home improvements per year register with the Attorney General's Office. Registration may be completed online by visiting http://www.attorneygeneral.gov. As of July 1, 2009, consumers in Pennsylvania will be able to verify your registration by calling a toll-free hotline, 1-888-520-6680. Contractors with questions about the law can call 717-772-2425. West Rockhill Township requires your PA state registration number on all Building Permit forms for residential construction. All contractors performing work on commercial building permits within west Rockhill Township are required to complete a Contractor Registration Form in addition to the PA state Contractor Registration. The registration includes an annual fee of $75 and must include certificate of insurance. Building permits will not be issued untill all contractors on a job are registered.
Building Permits Residents are required to obtain a building permit for various types of projects including but not limited to the following: new construction, additions, alterations or changes to buildings, structures, and accessory buildings, utility sheds, porches and decks, swimming pools - both in-ground and above ground, sidewalks and curbs, driveways, plumbing and electrical improvements, HVAC installations, storage tanks, blasting, fire suppression systems and the removal or demolition of any building or structure. Residents are encouraged to contact the Township Office at 215-257-9063 to determine whether a building permit is needed.
The following interactive forms may be downloaded, filled out and submitted to the Township by mail or dropped off at the Township building. Or, a paper Building Permit packet may be picked up at the Township office. Please call Code Enforcement Officer Dave Perry with any questions at: 215-257-9063.
The Zoning Ordinance requires the issuance of a Zoning Permit by the Zoning Officers prior to a use being established or changed; for the erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration, razing, or removal of a structure; prior to a building being used or occupied or changed in use. Zoning permits are required for projects including, but not limited to; fences, signs, patios and a change in use such as a home occupation. No permit shall be considered as complete or as permanently effective until Zoning Officer has noted on the permit that the work or occupancy and use have been inspected and approved as being in accordance with the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance. All applications for Zoning Permits shall be made in writing by the owner, tenant, grantee under contract of sale, or authorized agent on a form supplied by the Township. All applicants for Zoning Permits shall, at time of making application, pay a fee in accordance with the fee schedule adopted by Resolution.
Re-Sale Use & Occupancy Permit Applications
Any building changing ownership in the Township must obtain a Use & Occupancy Permit and inspection.
Resolution 2012-02 that establishes fees associated with applications for Zoning, Building, Subdivison and Land Development and Administrative Permits. Home Occupation Permit
Please download a Zoning Permit in addition to the the Home Occupation Requirements. Complete the Zoning permit and answer all questions to apply for a Home Occupation permit.
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