Permit Process Overview

Each permit application must be presented to the township as a complete package for review. Permits can be submitted in-person, via online permit portal, or by email to easttown@easttown.org. Permit fees and other related costs can be found in the most recent copy of the Easttown Township Fee Schedule. 

Once an application is submitted, it undergoes an administrative review to ensure the basic application components have been received. Any incomplete application submissions must be completed or have an extension requested in writing within thirty (30) days of the initial review. Should the township review an application submission and additional information is needed to complete the application, the Permit Clerk will typically contact the applicant by email within five (5) business days of submission.

After a permit application submission passes administrative review, the appropriate township official will review begin their review. Should the township official need additional information to ensure that the planned project meets Easttown Township code requirements, they will touch base with the applicant or contractor by email or phone to request the outstanding information. 

Zoning Permits

• The review is completed by the Zoning Officer. Unless agreed upon in writing, approval or denial of the permit will be issued within thirty (30) days. Email notice from the official and an electronic copy of the permit will be provided upon final permit determination.
• Important note: All conditions of an approved zoning permit must be met prior to start of work on the project.

Drainage Permits

• The review is completed by the appointed engineer. Unless agreed upon in writing, approval or denial of the permit will be issued within thirty (30) days. Email notice from the official and an electronic copy of the permit will be provided upon final permit determination.
• Important note: A preconstruction meeting with the engineer is required prior to the start of work on the project. 

Building Permits (includes Mechanical, Re-roof, and Sanitary Sewer)

• The review is completed by the appointed building code inspector.  Unless agreed upon in writing, review, approval, or denial of the permit will be issued within fifteen (15) or thirty (30) days, depending on the drawings submitted alongside the application.
• Email notice from the official will be provided upon final permit determination. If approved, the notice will include instructions to pay for and obtain the permit.
• If a permit fee is due, the applicant will receive an automated payment request email from noreply@traisr.com within 24 hours of the approval notice with the total due and link to pay online. Permit fee payments can also be made by check to Easttown Township and delivered to 566 Beaumont Road Devon, PA 19333.
• Upon payment of the permit fee, the released permit will be sent by US Mail to the applicant address provided on the application and a copy will be sent to the property owner. Should you like to pick up the permit upon release, please call the Permit Clerk to notify the township not to send by US Mail.
• Important note: All building permit fees must be paid and a copy of the released permit and any associated plans must be onsite prior to the start of work on the project.

Road Occupancy Permits 

• The review is completed by the Public Works Director or designated assistant.  Typically a review, approval, or denial of the permit will be issued within thirty (30) days.
• Email notice will be provided upon final permit determination. If approved, the notice will include instructions to pay for and obtain the permit..
• If a permit fee is due, the applicant will receive an automated payment request email from noreply@traisr.com within 24 hours of the approval notice with the total due and link to pay online. Permit fee payments can also be made by check to Easttown Township and delivered to 566 Beaumont Road Devon, PA 19333.
• Upon payment of the permit fee, the released permit will be sent by US Mail to the applicant address provided on the application and a copy will be sent to the property owner. Should you like to pick up the permit upon release, please call the Permit Clerk to notify the township not to send by US Mail.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

I am planning a project, but need a site map or plot plans for my permit. How can I obtain this information?

While Easttown Township does not have a catalogue of site maps or plot plans for every property within its jurisdiction, you may submit an Open Records request to access any site maps, plot plans, or lot drawings on file from previous permits or historical property records. Additionally, aerial views of each property along with district information, set back requirements, and land use information can be found using Easttown Township's interactive zoning map, MapLink. If you are seeking high levels of detail for your property, you may wish to hire a company to create a site map or perform a land survey.

I did not receive an automated payment request email from noreply@traisr.com after receiving notice of permit approval. What do I do? 

If you did not receive an automated payment request email within 24 hours of your permit approval notice, please call or email the Permit Clerk at 610-687-3000 or easttown@easttown.org. Please note that the automated payment request process for final permit fees due does not apply to zoning permits or drainage permits.

My building project is now complete. When will I receive my final Certificate of Occupancy?

If a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is required for your project and the final inspection has passed, the Building Code Official will issue the final CO. If the project is not related to a drainage permit and a conditional CO was not already provided, the final CO will typically be released within 1-3 business days upon permit close-out. 

If the project has an associated drainage permit or a conditional CO was already provided, releasing the issued final CO will take a few weeks. Similar to the escrow fund release process, any open consultant fees related to the project must be paid prior releasing the CO. 

Upon confirmation of permits closed and all fees paid, the CO will be released and a request to return any Escrow funds will be submitted for review with the Director of Finance and included for approval at an upcoming Board of Supervisors meeting. Following board approval of outgoing funds, a check will be sent by US mail to the address of record.

My drainage project is now complete. When will I receive a return of the escrow deposit paid alongside the drainage permit application?

The process for closing out permit files for the project and returning Escrow funds typically takes a few weeks. 

Once the township receives confirmation that As-Built plans have been approved and a final inspection report has been provided, the Permit Clerk will check with the Building Code official to ensure that any open building permits for the project have been finalized as well. Next, we will collect all final invoices from any consultants who have worked on the project on behalf of Easttown Township. A final billing letter will be sent to the property owner once all invoices have been received from the consultants and verified by our finance department.  

Upon confirmation of all fees paid, a request to return the Escrow funds will be submitted for review with the Director of Finance and included for approval at an upcoming Board of Supervisors meeting. Following board approval of outgoing funds, a check will be sent by US mail to the address of record.