Messages from the Department - December 16, 2025
Property Maintenance
- Snow and Ice –All snow and ice shall be removed from all sidewalks by the owner, occupant, or tenant of any property within the township. The snow and ice shall be removed within 10 hours after every snow and ice event.
- Sidewalks – All sidewalks are required to be kept in a proper state of repair and free from hazardous conditions. Changes in level between sidewalk panels that are between ¼ inch and ½ inch shall be beveled. A change greater than ½ inch shall be repaired to not exceed ¼ inch. All vegetation shall be trimmed and cleared to remove any and all potential hazards along the sidewalk. A permit is required for replacing sidewalk panels along a street.
- Rubbish – All exterior areas are required to be properly maintained and free from any accumulation of rubbish or garbage
Moving a Business into the Township
Use and Occupancy Permit required (U&O Application and Emergency Contact form needed)
Commercial Fire Inspections
The Township conducts Annual Commercial Fire Inspections, which involve unannounced visits from the Township’s Fire Inspector. For the best rate, payment for this inspection must be made in February.
Bamboo
The planting or growing of bamboo is prohibited within the Township. If bamboo is growing on your property, it is required to be removed.
Telephone & Email Directory
| Name | Title | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
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Michael L. Beuke
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Director of Building & Zoning | (215) 256-8087 |
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Patti Reimel
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Code Administrator | (215) 256-8087 |
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Brenda Continelli
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Permit Clerk | (215) 256-8087 |
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Laurie Braccio
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Permit Clerk | (215) 256-8087 |
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3rd Party Inspector
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Permit Inspections |