Fee Schedule

When are Permits Required?

Permit requirements and exemptions.

An owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a residential building or erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace an electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system regulated by the Uniform Construction Code shall first apply to the building code official and obtain the required permit under § 403.62a of PA. Act 45, Title XXXIV Enforcement Regulations(relating to permit application).

Building Permits ARE required for: (Note this is not a comprehensive list)

• All structural interior and exterior changes (i.e., additions, basement finishes, sheds, decks, fences {zoning permit}, chimneys, pools, hot tubs, roof dormers, window enlargements, concrete patios, garage conversions to living space, wood stoves, gas fireplaces, paver brick or slate patios set in sand).
• Re-roofing existing roofs.
• Replacement or alterations of HVAC system components and water heaters
• Alterations to the electrical system (this includes upgrading your service panel)
• Alterations to the plumbing system

Building permits are NOT required for:

• Exterior siding and/or window door, garage door, storm window and storm door replacement when items are replaced in kind.
• Exterior or interior painting, papering, tiling, carpeting , flooring, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work
• Retaining walls that are not more than 4’ high.
• Swings and other playground equipment for one and two family dwellings.
• Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support
• Replacement of any roofing material that does not exceed 25% of the total roof area performed within a 12-month period.
• Repair or replacement of any part of a porch or stoop which does not structurally support a roof located above the porch or stoop.
• Installation of additional roll or batt insulation.
• Replacement of exterior gutters or leaders.
• Installation or rearrangement of communications wiring.
• Replacement of kitchen or bathroom appliances or fixtures (If the appliances or fixtures are not being moved to a different location).

Permit Applications

Your building plans are reviewed by certified inspectors knowledgeable in building, plumbing, fire, electrical and mechanical codes. They also inspect your project at several points before completion. This ensures that your structure meets the building code requirements of the State of Pennsylvania and the Warwick Township Code.

Your permit fees are calculated based on the cost and size of your project. See the Warwick Township Fee Schedule above for more information.

Contractors are required to supply their Contractor's State Registration information to Warwick Township.

Permit submission Checklist:

Have you included all the supplemental forms?

Have you included two copies of all plans, supplemental forms, etc?

Have you signed your permit application?

Have you included the $50 or $100 deposit?

If you have not completed these steps, your permit will be returned to you.

 DO NOT edit or alter these PDF files.  We will not accept permit applications that have been tampered with.

Permit Application Supplements

Your permit application may require these supplements below.

Use & Occupancy Applications

Use and/or Occupancy of a property without a valid Use & Occupancy Certificate issued by The Township of Warwick constitutes a violation of Township Ordinance No. 97-05, as last amended, and may result in the Township pursuing the legal remedies as set forth in said Ordinance.

Applications are due a minimum of 30 days prior to settlement/occupancy; the applicant must contact Warwick Township to schedule an inspection. Most inspections will be scheduled three (3) weeks prior to issuance. Please plan accordingly.

Annual Tenant Registration Form

All tenants in residential homes or commercial buildings must register with the Township annually.  Please submit this form by January 31st 2011 along with a $10.00 application fee; otherwise, the fee increases to $100.00 per tenant.

Zoning Hearing Board

For Agendas and Minutes Click Here

Application submissions are required 45 days prior to the hearing date.  Hearings dates are scheduled for the 1st Tuesday of each month.

Subdivision & Land Development

For Agendas and Minutes Click Here

Meeting Room Applications

Are you looking to rent one of the Community Rooms or Main Meeting Room for a function?  Download the form and fill it out in its entirety and return to the Township Building.  We do not allow birthday parties.