Building Permit and Information

The Building permit application is a comprehensive form, available on the right hand side. Please complete only the pages relevant to your project. 

 

For more information regarding the permit process, payments, and inspection requirements, please CLICK HERE.

 

All questions regarding the permit application or process can be directed to Susan Sharp at 610-459-1662 x 204 or SSharp@edgmont.org. 

 

Building permits are required for the following:

  • Air conditioning
  • Cell Towers - Separate permit application required, please CLICK HERE.
  • Covered porch or deck
  • Decks:

        - under 30" above grade, require a zoning permit, please CLICK HERE.

        - over 30"  above grade, building permit

  • Electrical service upgrade
  • EV Chargers (Car Chargers)
  • Fences
  • Finishing a basement
  • Furnaces
  • Garages
  • Gas line installation
  • Generators
  • Geothermal wells
  • Heat pump installation
  • House construction
  • Kitchen renovation - Cosmetic changes such as changing kitchen cabinets, painting, or replacing flooring do not require a permit.
  • Retaining Walls: 
    • If the retaining wall, or retaining a surcharge, is under 4' in height, you need a zoning permit: CLICK HERE.
    • If the retaining wall, or a wall retaining a surcharge, is 4' in height or taller, you need 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 and any other structures  e.g. 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. 
    • You must call 811 to make a PA One Call before you dig to have utilities marked. 
  • Roofs - Separate permit application required, please CLICK HERE.
  • Sheds:
    • If the structure is under 300 sq. f. and not connected to utilities (e.g. electric or water), you need a zoning permit: CLICK HERE
    • If the structure is under 300 sq. f. and is connected to utilities (e.g. electric or water), you need a building permit. 
    • If the structure is over 300 sq. f. with or without utilities (e.g. electric or water), you need a building permit.
  • Stucco permits to replace new stucco or siding have a separate permit application, please CLICK HERE.
  • Tenant fit-outs
  • Water line installation 

 

Septic Permits: As of June 1, 2023, the Delaware County Health Department (DCHD) is responsible for inspections, investigations, permit issuance, and enforcement for the installation of individual and small community on-lot sewage disposal systems. For Septic Permit information, CLICK HERE. 

 

Existing Septic Systems: Edgmont Township reviews permits associated with existing septic systems (e.g. additions and pools). Please contact Susan Sharp with questions: Ssharp@edgmont.org. 

 

Building Permit Application - Fillable
Ventry Deck Form Fillable
Grinder Pump Request Form