3Building Permits
- Click here to view a list of building permits issued by the President of Council.
Solicitation Permits
- Click here to view current Solicitation Permits issued by the Mayor.
Ordinances
Ordinances of the Borough are consistent with the laws of the Commonwealth, and they are designed to protect the rights, safety, and comfort of citizens. Articles X and XXXIII of The Borough Code of Pennsylvania provides for the creation of ordinances, disposition of fines, penalties and costs for any violation or failure to comply with any provision of any Borough ordinance. A violation of local ordinances shall constitute a summary offense.
Ordinances are available for public review from the Borough Secretary.
Brief summary of common ordinances (see actual ordinance for full explanation):
Open Burning (Chap. 660): 6am-6pm Tuesdays through Saturday. Between June and August only on Saturday 6am-6pm. No burning of leaves at any time or any material creating noxious or offensive odors.
Speed Limit (Chap 430): Maximum speed limit on all Borough roads is 25 mph, except where posted otherwise.
Parallel Parking (Chap 470): Except where noted, parking on all streets must be parallel and in the direction of travel.
Weight Limits (Chap 450): No vehicle in excess of 20,000 lbs. is permissible on Patterson or Third Avenues.
Pets (Chap 620): No pet shall run at large.
Littering (Chap 630): No person shall dispose of rubbish, waste, or litter upon Borough property.
Sidewalks (Chap 630): All sidewalks must be kept clear of obstructions.
Junk Vehicles (Chap 640): No dismantled, inoperative, or unlicensed vehicle shall be stored except for in an enclosed building or garage.
Curfew (Chap 650): Minors shall not loiter or wander Borough streets after 10pm without legitimate reason/permission as per the ordinance.
Soliciting (Chap 820): No soliciting without a signed permit from the mayor.
Grass/Weeds (Chap 690): Property owners must keep all grass and weeds reasonably maintained.
Ordinances of the Borough are consistent with the laws of the Commonwealth, and they are designed to protect the rights, safety, and comfort of citizens. Articles X and XXXIII of The Borough Code of Pennsylvania provides for the creation of ordinances, disposition of fines, penalties and costs for any violation or failure to comply with any provision of any Borough ordinance. A violation of local ordinances shall constitute a summary offense.
Ordinances are available for public review from the Borough Secretary.
State Laws Governing Municipalities
The Borough Code – The Code is the law providing governance and management capabilities to the Commonwealth’s boroughs.
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