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There are a number of procedures and forms that are needed for a resident or contractor to complete certain work in the township. This page contains these documents or have links to the documents. It is not the intent of this site to allow one to apply for the various permits on line. The purpose is for you to understand what is required when you visit the Municipal Building to obtain the permit. You can also print out the application and fill in the information before you visit the building to save time.
Business Privilege License
Moving Record Application
Building Permit Process
Permit Fee Schedule
Swimming Pools
Driveway Paving
Contractor Information
Building Permit Checklist for Fences
Zoning Hearing Board Appeal Procedure
Typical Deck Details - New
Pool Fence Details - New
Fence Zoning Regulations - New
Palmer Township Codes on-line
The township contracts with General Code Publishers to publish the township's codes. As part of this service, the township codes were recently put on-line through General Code's web site. By clicking on the Township Code Link to the left you will be able to access these codes from any page on this web site.
From time to time the Board of Supervisors may modify, add to or delete from these codes. There will be a time delay between enacting the change and having them published by General Code. Any changes will be found on the adopted ordinance page or in the Municipal Building.
Every person or family who moves within or outside of Palmer Township are required to fill out a Moving Record application and submit it to various offices in the Municipal Building prior to moving. The reason for this policy is to assure that all financial obligations with the Township are fulfilled before the move. Click below to view the application and if you wish print it out, fill it out and bring it to the Municipal Building. It should be noted that Palmer Township does not require an inspection on the resale of a dwelling. Any inspection requirement is between the seller and buyer.
Moving Record Application
When building a structure on a property it is required that a permit be obtained. For this purpose a structure can refer to a dwelling, accessory building, deck, pool, fence, etc. The following is the process to be followed in applying for the permit.
Building Permit Process
Permit Fee Schedule
In the link below are the permit fees required by the township for various activities.
Swimming Pools
When installing swimming pools there are specific procedures that are required for the safety of those using the pools and others. Also, the location of the pool on the property must meet specific setback requirement of the township's zoning codes. Below are the procedures and requirements.
Note: Because of the current drought restrictions it is necessary to check with Easton Area Water Authority to see if the pool can be filled.
General Procedures
Sewer Costs for Filling the Swimming Pool
Pool Fence Details
Driveway Paving
No work can be done in Palmer Township without a business privilege license and proof of worker's compensation coverage or a notarized affidavit from the contractor indicating that he does not employ other individuals.
Inspection Procedures
Approved Electrical Inspection Agencies
Notice to Builders of New Homes
Information on the Palmer Township web site is provided as a service to the community. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within this site, official documentation is maintained by and is available from the Township office. |
Copyright 2004 - 2005 Palmer Township, PA. All rights reserved. Page last modified
September 1, 2007
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