Zoning Permit

Zoning permits are required for minor projects such as fences, sheds, gazebos, walkways, patios, decks, driveways, retaining walls, etc. Sometimes stormwater management is required with such projects. If you are unsure or need help, please contact the Zoning Officer or Assistant Zoning Officer for help at 610-459-1662 x 204 or by email at: Ssharp@edgmont.org.

  

Please note that zoning permits are required for the following projects:

  • Fences (all types) - Please refer to the Fence Permit section for detailed information.
  • Sheds & Gazebos - Please refer to the Shed Permit section for detailed information.

    - If the structure is under 300 s.f. & is NOT connected to utilities (electric or water) you will need a zoning permit

    - If the structure is under 300 s.f. & IS connected to utilities (electric or water) you will need a building permit 

    - If the structure is over 300 s.f. with or without utilities (electric or water) you will need to get a building permit.

  • New Patios & Walkways

    - replacement of existing patios or walkways without an increase in size do not require a permit.

  • Decks: Please refer to the Decks section for detailed information.

    - under 30" above grade will need a zoning permit

    - over 30"  above grade will need a building permit

  • Driveways (new) or expansion of existing driveways.

    - Replacement of existing driveways without an increase in size does not require a permit.

    - New driveways may require a HOP permit & a grading/stormwater permit if impervious coverage exceeds the lot limit. 
      Please contact Susan Sharp for clarification at 610-459-1662 x 204 or by email at: Ssharp@edgmont.org.  

  • Misc. Projects as determined by the zoning officer.
  • Retaining walls: 
  • If the retaining wall (or retaining a surcharge) is under 4' in height you will need a zoning permit.
  • If the retaining wall (or retaining a surcharge) is 4' in height or over you will need to get a building permit. Any permit application for a wall over 4' in height must be accompanied by a plan sealed by a registered architect or engineer. Retaining wall permits are subject to specialized review fees.  
  • Please submit the permit application, payment and a plot plan of the property showing where the wall is going to be installed. The plot plan can be hand drawn, but must include the following: your house location & any other structures (garage, shed, pool), the proposed location of the wall, property lot lines, location of septic system, wells and the location of any pipelines that go through the property (if applicable).  
  • You must make a PA One Call (phone number: 811) to have your utilities marked before you dig. 

 

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