PERMITS
This page is designed to answer general questions. If you have specific questions, email us or call 610-590-5300
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ALL PERMIT APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY TO PERMITS@WESTPIKELAND.COM
For large files, please submit a thumb drive to the Township Office​
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PERMIT CHECKLIST
Click here for permit requirements
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IS MY PROPERTY HISTORIC?
Click here to see if your address is on the Historic Property List. If so, you will need to fill out the Historic Commission Application
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IF APPLICATION IS FOR A NEW HOME, you must also submit:
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Two (2) sets of house plans; one set will be marked with any necessary additions or corrections and returned to the applicant. Plan specifications must meet UCC standards.
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Copy of well permit (Obtain permit from the Chester County Health Department 610- 344-6225)
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Copy of sewer-septic permit (DO NOT SUBMIT ORIGINALS)
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Plot Plan, Grading and Erosion Control/Stormwater Plan
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Driveway Permit may be required
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IF APPLICATION IS FOR AN ALTERATION, POOL OR ADDITION which adds to/or changes the footprint of the present structure or lot coverage, you must also submit:
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Sketches or complete sets of plans depending on the magnitude of the addition or alteration. Contact the Building Inspector to discuss what level of detail is required prior to submitting your application. ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS ONLY
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Plot plan for additions to include grading and Stormwater ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS ONLY
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EARTHMOVING CHECKLIST:
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General Permit Application
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Earthmoving Permit Application
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$100 Non-Refundable Filing Fee - check made out to West Pikeland Township or pay online
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$500 Escrow Fee - check made out to West Pikeland Township or pay online
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Notarized Stormwater Operation and Maintenance Agreement
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HOW DO I CHECK ON THE STATUS OF MY PERMIT?
Email us at permits@westpikeland.com
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HOW DO I PAY FOR A PERMIT?
Fees are due when the permit is approved, and we will contact you directly. Contact us with any questions
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FORMS
Selling door to door? Hours permitted are 9am to 7pm only. Permits are good for one year. There is a $150 per person fee.
Planning fireworks in the township? You're going to need a permit for that.
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If you will be selling seasonal items you will need a permit. Fees are $50 per month.
Utility companies or other contractors who will be excavating township roads must submit a permit.