Finance/Pension

Best Cultural Scene

You want the best small town in America for culture? According to The USA Today's "10 Best" you need to head to Doylestown Borough!

Fishing Program

At the Borough Dam in the Fanny Chapman Park at Boro Mill Hill Rd. and E. State St. (10 McKinstry Drive), Doylestown, PA

Install Solar Photovoltaic System

In order to process your permit application in an expeditious manner you must provide all the required information regarding your proposal.

Update on Swamp Road and Old Easton Road Intersection Improvements

Possible Intersection Improvements at Swamp and Old Easton Roads

Free Residential Permit Parking Stickers for 2019 Are Now Available to Eligible Residents

Free Residential Permit Parking Stickers for 2019

2019 Budget Approved

The 2019 Doylestown Borough Budget includes a 2 mill increase in the General Fund Tax Rate, the first such increase since 2013. In addition, .5 mills will be transferred from the Road Tax Fund to the General Fund.

Renovating Space

The scope of your project will determine if your planned changes are an addition or simply a renovation of existing space.

Leasing Business Space

Finding the perfect spot for your business is a tricky task. While you are looking for space please check the following things before you sign a lease so that you won’t encounter problems with permits.

Contractors

​In 2008, the Pennsylvania Legislature passed the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act. The law requires that all contractors who perform at least $5,000 worth of home improvements per year register with the Attorney General's Office.

Changing Locations

You will need at least two permits when you change location, maybe more. The information on this page will provide guidance, but feel free to call us with questions about your specific situation.

Adding More Space

We are always happy to have businesses expand. You will need at least one permit to expand, maybe more. The information on this page will provide guidance, but feel free to call us with questions about your specific situation.

Commercial Spaces

Doylestown Borough is business-friendly and we encourage the expansion of offices and commercial space in town.

Windows & Roofs

The provisions of the PAUCC. ICC Property Maintenance Code, and the Borough of Doylestown Code of Ordinance shall control the requirement for repairing and replacing roofs and windows.

Siding

​Siding requires a permit and may also require a HARB Certificate Of Appropriateness if the property is located in the historic district.

Sheds & Fences

The provisions of the Borough of Doylestown Code of Ordinance, PAUCC, and the ICC Property Maintenance Code, shall control the design and installation of sheds and accessory buildings.

Solar/Geotherm

​The Borough encourages property owners to consider using green energy solutions. Applications for these systems can be made on standard building permit forms.

Renovating a Home

The scope of your project will determine if your planned changes are an addition or simply a renovation of existing space.

Pools & Spas

Swimming Pool-Any structure that is intended for recreational bathing or swimming that contains water deeper than 24 inches. This includes in-ground swimming pools, above-ground or on-ground pools, hot tub and spa. Note that this includes inflatable pools.

Home Improvement Contractors

In 2008, the Pennsylvania Legislature passed the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act. The law requires that all contractors who perform at least $5,000 worth of home improvements per year register with the Attorney General's Office.

Elec/Heat/Air

Any new installation of electric, heating and air conditioning requires a permit. Replacing light fixtures, switches or electrical boxes does not unless it requires relocation of wiring behind the walls.

Decks

The provisions of the PAUCC. ICC Property Maintenance Code, and the Borough of Doylestown Code of Ordinance shall control the design and installation of decks. Installation or expansion of decks and patios requires a permit.

Building Construction

An addition as an extension or increase in floor area or height of a building or structure is an addition. A new structure over 100 square foot is a building.

Additions

An addition is an extension or increase in floor area or height of a building or structure. Planning Considerations / Zoning Requirements: Before a building permit can be issued it must be reviewed for zoning compliance.

Attic & Basement Bedrooms

The provisions of the Borough of Doylestown Code of Ordinance and the PAUCC shall control the requirements for bedrooms and sleeping rooms.

Water / Sewer

The provisions of the Borough of Doylestown Code of Ordinance, PAUCC, and the ICC Plumbing and Building Code shall control the installation and repair of water and sewer lines.

Residential Spaces

Learn about processes and regulations relating to home construction, improvement and repair projects.

Planting, Maintaining and Removing Trees

Trees are a natural resource and improve air quality, lower air temperature, reduce storm water runoff, raise property values, and contribute to the aesthetics of neighborhoods within the Borough of Doylestown.

Trees & Leaves

​Doylestown is proud of our green canopy! Trees provide many benefits, measurable and immeasurable. The Borough Shade Tree Commission is available to assist property owners with tree decisions and to provide free professional advice.

Stormwater

Where surfaces are concrete or ordinary grass, rain water will move quickly, eroding soil and hardscaping and pooling at the lowest points where it may sit on the surface for a long time before absorbing into the ground

Trash & Recycling

Learn about trash and recycling rules and regulations in the Borough of Doylestown.