Permit Information

Permit forms must be obtained from the Township for specific types of construction and property improvements.

Permit Process

Please complete the appropriate permit application form and submit it to the Township Building along with the required payment. For any questions or clarification prior to submitting the application, please contact Susan Sharp at 610-459-1662, ext. 204, or via email at ssharp@edgmont.org.

Once the permit has been reviewed and approved, a copy will be emailed to both the property owner and the contractor. Throughout the course of the project, all required inspections must be scheduled and completed as outlined on the approved permit. After all final inspections have been conducted and approved, a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) will be issued to the property owner, and the project will be formally closed.

Permits are needed before beginning construction or improvement projects. Forms may be mailed or hand delivered at the Township Building, or e-mailed to Edgmontadmin@edgmont.org. All permit applications must be signed by the property owner. The Township does not accept permits without payment. Please note that if the property is governed by an HOA, an approval letter from the HOA is required prior to permit issuance.

Penalties: Permit fees will be doubled if work commences prior to the submission, approval, and issuance of the required permit.

Payment

Checks can be made payable to Edgmont Township or paid with a credit card online: Pay Here.

For online payment:

Under Select Payment Item select Permits.

In the Type of Permit list the address.

View Fee Schedule Here.

Inspections

Building, Mechanical, & Plumbing Inspections: When you are ready for any inspection please contact Linn Architects at inspections@rlinn.com or by phone at 610-566-7044, Option 2. Either the contractor or homeowner should call to set up the inspection.

Electrical Inspections: If you are ready for an electrical inspection, you will need to contact Len Warren at United Inspections at 610-399-5094 to schedule an appointment. Either the contractor or homeowner should call to set up the inspection.

Township Code

View Township Code.

UCC Code

Edgmont Township has adopted the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code which has incorporated the 2018 International Building Codes.

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. View Septic Permit Information.

Existing Septic Systems

Edgmont Township will still review permit applications that may impact existing septic systems (i.e. additions, pools, etc.). Please contact Susan Sharp if you have questions at: Ssharp@edgmont.org or by phone 610-459-1662 x204.