A. Requirements. A building permit shall be required prior to the erection, alteration or enlargement of any building or other structure. It shall be unlawful for any person to commence work for the erection of, alteration of or enlargement of any building, accessory building, shed, or structure prior to obtaining the building permit. Fees for permits are established and set by the Board of Supervisors.
B. Application. All applications for building permits shall be made in writing on a form furnished by the Township and shall be accompanied by a plot plan drawn accurately, including the following information:

(1) Actual dimensions of the lot to be built upon and the exact size and location of buildings or proposed extensions thereto.
(2) Location of all buildings and structures on abutting land within 50 feet of the property line.
(3) The location and number of parking spaces and/or loading facilities, if applicable.
(4) The number of dwelling units, if applicable.
(5) A statement that the applicant is the owner of the lot or a copy of a written agreement between the owner and the applicant to permit the proposed construction.
(6) The location of existing woodlands, including an accurate field survey of the location, size and species of all trees having a caliper of 12 inches or greater, whether standing alone or within the existing woodlands.
(7) Location of all existing trees which are to be protected, the tree protection zone and the method by which such protection shall occur. In addition, the tree protection technique(s), in accordance with § 170-49: Tree conservation, replacement standards and regulations of the Township Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance shall be indicated on all plans and shall be adhered to during all phases of construction.
(8) All other information necessary for the Zoning Officer to determine compliance with this chapter and all other pertinent ordinances.

C. Issuance. A building permit shall be issued only after the Zoning Officer has determined that the proposed building, structure, alteration or enlargement complies with the provisions of this chapter and applicable ordinances and fees have been paid to the Township.

See Forms, Permits and Fees for more information.