Permits

Building Permit

Building and Zoning permits are required in East Marlborough Township when constructing additions to existing structures, major renovations,  pools and accessory buildings over 1000 square feet.  A zoning permit only is needed for sheds and for fences over 4 feet   

Examples when a permit is NOT required:

• Routine Maintenance 
• New roof
• Window replacement

Note: No occupancy permit is required for residential resale.

Please Note: Exterior renovations to buildings in the Unionville Historic District require application before the HARB Board.  Call the Chairman, Doug Mooberry at 610-347-2070 for more information.

Click here to see Building and Zoning Fee information

Outdoor Activity Permit

A temporary outdoor activity permit is needed for events at which more than 200 people or more than 80 vehicles are expected.  You can read the ordinance and print out an application  by clicking here

Permit and Ordinance Downloads

To download permits online, please select the permit you are interested in below:

• Zoning Ordinance (PDF)
• Building/Zoning Permit - New Construction (PDF)
  
• Building/Zoning Permit - Decks, Pools, Additions (PDF)
• Zoning Permit only - Sheds, Fences 4 feet or greater (PDF)
• Sign Ordinance and application (PDF)
• Demolition Permit(PDF)
• Zoning Hearing Board Application (PDF)
• Review of Preliminary/Final Plan
• Road/Right of Way Occupancy Permit with Information (PDF)