Permits & Applications

Call 811

Homeowners and contractors must call 8-1-1 at least three business days before starting any digging or excavation project, as required by law. More information can be found on the PA One Call's website. 

Why a Permit? 

Before initiating any home project, such as electrical work, pool construction, or adding a deck or extension, it's important to secure the appropriate permits. These permits are essential to comply with the township's regulations and safety standards, mitigating potential legal complications and ensuring the project meets all necessary requirements. Obtaining permits is a crucial step to ensure a smooth and lawful progression of your project, safeguarding your investment and the integrity of your property and community.

Below are the permits required prior to starting any project. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Permit Administrator, Kimberly Hill, at 610-565-4944 or khill@upperprovidence.org.  

Payment is required at the time of submission by check or cash payable to Upper Providence Township.

2026 Fee Schedule

Homeowner

  1. Automatic Protection Device Permit Application
  2. Storm Water Management Permit Application
  3. Vacant Property Registration
  4. Vacation - Vacant Registration

Use & Occupancy (U&O)

U&O regulations usually require the seller of a property to pay a fee of $150 (residential) or $200 (commercial) and allow a township official to inspect the property. The inspection ensures that the property complies with the township's housing codes and ordinances and that all the necessary permits have been filed. The inspection—also referred to as a resale inspection—must be completed within a limited timeframe. A U&O certificate or occupancy permit is then issued.

Please submit the application a minimum of 3 weeks prior to settlement for sufficient processing time.
After submitting the application and payment to Upper Providence Township, call Linn Architects at 610-566-7044 to schedule the inspection.

Any questions? 
Please contact Upper Providence Township at 610-565-4944.   

Single Family Dwelling Rentals and Apartment Annual Inspection

Under Upper Providence Township Code 1462, apartment and single-family dwelling rental inspections are conducted on an annual basis to ensure all rentals are kept in a clean and safe condition.  

Inspection Application

Next Steps

Block Party & Field Use

  1. Block Party Application
  2. Field Use Application

Building 

  1. Building Permit Application
  2. Deck Template - Fillable
  3. Dumpster-Pod Permit Application
  4. Electrical Permit Application
  5. Fence Letter
  6. Generator Permit Application
  7. Mechanical Permit Application
  8. Plumbing Permit Application
  9. Pool Permit Application
  10. Roofing Permit Application
  11. Sign Permit Application
  12. Solar Permit Application
  13. Utility Permit Application
  14. Resale Use and Occupancy Application Fillable
  15. Zoning Application Fillable

Business 

  1. Automatic Protection Device Permit Application
  2. Commercial Contractor Registration Form (Annual)
  3. Home Occupation Registration Form
  4. Rental Unit-Apartment Inspection Checklist
  5. Rental Use and Occupancy Application
  6. Solicitation Permit Application 06.21.24

Planning 

Zoning Hearing Board

  1. ZHB Variance
  2. ZHB Special Exception

Dog License

Dog licenses cannot be purchased at Upper Providence Township. Dog licenses are sold through DELCO. 

  • Purchase an annual dog license online
  • Print the application and mail in along with payment. 
    Mail payment to:
    Delaware County Treasurer's Office, Attn: Dog License
    201 West Front Street, Media, PA 19063

More information, including fees, can be found at the DELCO Website

Tax Refund

  1. Tax Refund Application