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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.

Going Greener

The Borough is a leader in environmentally conscious living. Our Environmental Advisory Council is at the forefront in guiding municipal efforts.

New Resident Information

Welcome to Doylestown! Doylestown is a spectacular place to live. The links below may help you to get settled in and explore if you are new in town. If we can be of assistance please call us at Borough Hall.

Water Department

Doylestown Borough Water Department provides water service to customers in the Borough of Doylestown and a few outlying municipalities.

Parks & Recreation Department

The Park and Recreation Department is responsible for Parks and Recreational facilities in the Borough of Doylestown.

Customer Parking

Parking in Doylestown is a hot topic! Below are some tools you can use to help your customers find parking close to your business or use the transportation options available in town.

Shade Tree Commission

Shade Tree Commission, Boards & Commissions, Borough of Doylestown, PA

Park & Recreation Board

Park & Recreation Board, Boards & Commissions, Borough of Doylestown, PA

Planning Commission

Planning Commission, Boards & Commissions, Borough of Doylestown, PA

Human Relations Commission

Human Relations Commission, Boards & Commissions, Borough of Doylestown, PA

Fanny Chapman Pool Board

Fanny Chapman Pool Board, Boards & Commissions, Borough of Doylestown, PA

Environmental Advisory Council

Environmental Advisory Council, Boards & Commissions, Borough of Doylestown, PA

Building Code Board of Appeals

Building Code Board of Appeals, Boards & Commissions, Borough of Doylestown, PA

Doylestown-New Britain Regional Police Commission

Meets: Fourth Monday of the Month, 7:30 p.m., Doylestown Borough Hall

Zoning & Planning

Zoning & Planning, Committee of Borough Council, Doylestown, PA

Water Utility

Water Utility, Committee of Borough Council, Doylestown, PA

Public Works and Administration

Public Works and Administration, Committee of Borough Council, Doylestown, PA

Public Safety

Public Safety, Committee of Borough Council, Doylestown, PA

Finance and Pension

Finance and Pension, Committee of Borough Council, Doylestown, PA

Environment and Recreation

Environment and Recreation, Committee of Borough Council, Doylestown, PA

Community and Governmental Affairs

Community and Governmental Affairs, Committee of Borough Council, Doylestown, PA

Resolutions & Proclamations

Resolutions & Proclamations by the Borough of Doylestown.

Elnora 'Noni' West

Elnora 'Noni' West, Ward 1, Borough Council