Resolution No. 2020-01
Richlandtown Borough
Bucks County, Pennsylvania
A Resolution of Richlandtown Borough establishing a Fee Schedule
For the Application and Review of Subdivision and Land Development Applications
For the Application and Review of Building and Zoning Permit Applications
For Water Department rates and usage fees
and Fees associated with Borough Administrative Activities
Part 1 Subdivision and Land Development
The following costs are applicable to applications for Preliminary Subdivision and/or Land Development that have not been accepted as complete by the Borough prior to the adoption of this Fee Schedule.
A filing fee and escrow deposit are payable at the time of each application (sketch, preliminary and final). Separate checks shall be submitted by the applicant to cover the amounts identified. In general, the filing fee will reimburse the municipality for indirect, un-liquidated and overhead expense incurred during each review process for a particular application. The escrow deposit, established through the Professional Services Agreement, will be held, in an interest-bearing account, and will only be utilized if the applicant does not pay the invoices for the expenses of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission for advisory services. These services may include; paid administrative staff, engineering, legal, site design, traffic design, landscaping, street lighting and any other consultant necessary, at the opinion of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission, to properly examine the proposed Subdivision/Land Development Application. To any fees incurred by the Borough, the sum of ten percent (10%) shall be added as reimbursement to the Borough to cover administrative, overhead and other costs associated and incurred in processing the application and/or plan, and for the collection of such fees and their distribution.
Escrow amounts shall be established in accordance with this Resolution, all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council of the refund.
In the event the applicant disputes the amount of any such expense in connection with the review of applications, reports and inspections of the improvements, the applicant shall within ten (10) days of the billing date, notify the Borough that such expenses are disputed as unreasonable or unnecessary, in which event, the Borough shall not delay or disapprove a subdivision/land development application or any approval or permit related to the subdivision/land development due to the applicant’s request over disputed fees.
In event that the Borough and the applicant cannot agree on the amount of the review fees which are reasonable and necessary, then the applicant and the Borough shall follow the procedure for dispute resolution set forth in 53 P.S. §10510(g), as amended; provided that the professionals resolving such dispute shall be of the same profession or discipline as the consultants whose fees are being disputed.
A. Residential Subdivision/Land Development Fees
Preliminary Final Revised Final
Filing Fee Escrow* Filing Fee Escrow* Filing Fee Escrow*
Sketch Plan NA NA NA $2,500 NA NA
Minor Subdivision/ $1,000 $2,000 $500 $2,000 $500 $2,000
Land Development
(1 to 2 Lots)
Major Subdivision/ $1,000 plus $5,000 $750 plus $5,000 $500 plus $5,000
Land Development “A” $100 per lot $50 per lot $30 per lot
(3 to 5 Lots)
Major Subdivision/ $1,250 plus $5,000 $1,250 plus $5,000 $1,000 plus $5,000
Land Development “B” $100 per lot $50 per lot $30 per lot
(6 to 10 Lots)
Major Subdivision/ $1,500 plus $10,000 $1,750 plus $10,000 $1,500 plus $10,000
Land Development “C” $100 per lot $50 per lot $30 per lot
(11 Lots or more)
B. Non-Residential Subdivision/Land Development Fees
Preliminary Escrow* Final Escrow*
Sketch Plan NA $5,000 NA $5,000
Subdivision/ $5,000 plus $20 for each $15,000 $2,500 plus $20 for each $10,000
Land Development 2,500 sf of the gross 2,500 sf of the gross
building and site area to building and site area to
be altered, constructed be altered, constructed
and/or disturbed and/or disturbed
The Zoning Officer shall determine, at the time of the Preliminary Application, what classification a project is considered.
If a Final Plan for Subdivision/Land Development is submitted more than one (1) year after Conditional Approval of a Preliminary Plan, in addition to the applicable Final Plan Application Fees, an additional fee of one-half (1/2) of the fee for the Preliminary Plan shall be paid to the Borough.
There is no Application Fee associated with a Sketch Plan Application for Subdivision/Land Development. However, the applicant shall establish a Professional Services Agreement and Escrow Account with the Borough for all costs incurred for engineering and legal fees incidental to the review of the Sketch Plan Application.
*All Escrow Fees identified above are associated with a Professional Services Agreement that is required to be established between the applicant and the Borough for all costs incurred for engineering and legal fees incidental to the review of any application indicated above.
C. Lot Line Change Application Fee $500 $1,500 Escrow
D. Professional Services Agreement
At the time of the Preliminary and Final Application for Subdivision/Land Development the applicant shall execute a Professional Services Agreement with the Borough, a copy of which is attached hereto and adopted as a part of this Resolution.
The Agreement includes the establishment of an Escrow Account. The Escrow Account covers the expenses of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission for advisory services. These services may include; paid administrative staff, engineering, legal, site design, traffic design, landscaping, street lighting and any other consultant necessary, at the opinion of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission, to properly examine the proposed Subdivision/Land Development Application. Escrow amounts shall be established in accordance with this Resolution, all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council of the refund.
The Escrow Account funds shall be replenished within fifteen (15) days when the applicant is notified by the Borough that the funds are depleted to fifty percent (50%) of the original amount.
At the time of filing the Borough shall verify that the Application, Plans and The Professional Services Agreement are complete, and all fees are paid, and the escrow is established. All Subdivision/Land Development Applications are to be submitted to the Borough in person, no mail or courier deliveries of these applications will be accepted.
E. Park and Recreation Contribution
At the time of the Preliminary Application for Subdivision/Land Development the applicant shall pay a Park and Recreation Contribution to the Borough per the following:
Residential Dwelling Units $2,500 per Dwelling Unit
Non-Residential Uses $500 per 1000 sf of Gross Floor Area
Part 2 Zoning
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
A. Zoning Hearing Board Applications
Variance Applications, Special Exception Applications, Interpretations and Challenges of Determinations of the Zoning Officer
Zoning Hearing Board Application Fee Escrow*
Residential $ 700.00 $ 500.00
All other Uses $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
B. Borough Council Applications
Conditional Use Applications, Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, Curative Amendments or Amendments in the Zoning Map or Planned Residential Development (PRD) Application.
Fee Escrow*
Conditional Use Application $1,000.00 $2,000.00
Zoning Amendment $1,000.00 $2,000.00
Curative Amendments $10,000.00 $5,000.00
Amendments to the Zoning Map $2,500.00 $2,500.00
Planned Residential Development (PRD) Application $1,500.00 $2,000.00
Escrow deposit fees are to cover expenses incurred by the Borough incidental to the hearing. In the event these costs deplete the escrow fund in excess of fifty percent (50%) of the original escrow deposit, the escrow funds shall be replenished, within fifteen (15) days of notification, to the original escrow amount. If the expenses do not exceed the escrow deposit fee, the balance will be refunded to the applicant upon request within twelve (12) months of the hearing.
C. Written Zoning Opinions - Upon Request Each $120.00
D. Sign Permits
Permanent Signs
Public Utility or Municipal activity No Cost
School, Church, Hospital, Farm or Club $120.00
Professional, Commercial and all other uses permitted by Richlandtown Borough Zoning Ordinance Window/Wall Signs $2.00 per sf, $60 Minimum
Free Standing Signs $2.00 per sf, $75 Minimum
Ground Pole Signs $2.00 per sf, $120 Minimum
Real Estate Development $2.00 per sf, $60 Minimum
Residential (When associated with an In-home Occupation) $60.00
All Others $60.00
(Additional fees may be imposed if on-site engineering inspection is required. In addition, the applicant shall provide an Insurance Certificate if requested.)
Temporary Signs $1.00 per day (20-day maximum)
E. Zoning Permits for Construction within the R-3 and R-4 Use Groups (In addition to any applicable Subdivision and/or Land Development costs)
New Dwelling Unit Each $120.00
Additions to existing dwelling unit $120.00
Accessory Buildings/Structures $120.00
(This item includes storage sheds, detached garages, uncovered decks and patios, retaining walls, barns, silos, swimming pools, hot tubs, etc.) Patios that utilize interlocking pavers and do not require the placement of a foundation and/or frost wall and sheds, pole barns and temporary buildings one hundred and forty-four square feet (144 sf) or less shall require a Zoning Permit only.
Fences within the R-3 and R-4 Use Groups $120.00
Unlicensed Vehicles (Temporary – One Year) $200.00
Unlicensed Vehicles (Permanent) $500.00
F. Zoning Permits for Construction within all other Use Groups
(In addition to any applicable Subdivision and/or Land Development costs)
New Construction $100.00 plus
$25.00 per 1,000 sf, or portion thereof, of the Gross Floor Area
Additions to existing $100.00 plus
$25.00 per 1,000 sf, or portion thereof, of the Gross Floor Area
Accessory Buildings/Structures $120.00
(Includes storage sheds, detached garages, uncovered decks and patios, retaining walls, barns, silos, swimming pools, hot tubs, etc.)
Fences within all other Use Groups $120.00
G. Home Occupation Registration $25.00 per year
(Occupant shall register each year with the Borough. Written approval from property owner shall accompany Registration Application, if occupant is not owner of property.)
H. Registration of Non-Conforming Use $25.00 per year
(Property owner shall register each year with the Borough.)
I. Act 537 Revision
Residential $1,000.00 plus $2,500.00 engineer’s escrow
Non-Residential $2,000.00 plus $2,500.00 engineer’s escrow
J. Temporary Construction Trailer $100.00 per six-month period
(Permit may be renewed at the option of the Borough for each six-month period)
K. When associated with a Land Development Application $200.00
(When NOT associated with a Land Development Application see Part 3, Section C)
L. Penalty for Misrepresentation Applicable Permit Fees Doubled
M. Flood Plain Determination Review $50.00 plus Standard hourly fees of Borough Engineer
(For new construction, the Borough engineer shall be included in the review of the request only if deemed necessary, at the sole discretion of the Borough.)
Part 3 Road Occupancy and Street Opening Permits (State maintained streets require PennDOT approval)
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
A. Road Openings
Road openings and excavations in any Borough highway, roadway, right-of way, public ally, sidewalk, curb, footpath or bike path, having an improved or unimproved surface $100.00 for up to 20 lf
Openings greater than 20 linear feet $100.00 plus $1.00 per lf over 20 lf
B. Installation of New Driveway and Alteration of Existing Driveways $100.00 per driveway
C. Roadway Frontage/Storm Drainage Improvement Permit (Grading Permit)
Permit Fee $250.00
D. Replacement of Utility Poles $10.00 per pole with a minimum
fee of $30.00
No Permit within Section 3 shall be issued by the Zoning Officer without written approval of the Borough engineer.
At the time of Application for any Item identified within Part 3, the applicant shall execute a Professional Services Agreement with the Borough, a copy of which is attached hereto and adopted as a part of this Resolution.
The Agreement includes the establishment of a Professional Services Escrow Account. The Escrow Account covers the expenses of the Borough for advisory services in reviewing the application and all costs associated with necessary inspections. Escrow amount shall be established by the Zoning Officer on a case by case basis but shall not be less than $1,000.00; all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council.
The Professional Services Escrow Account funds shall be replenished within fifteen (15) days when they are depleted to fifty percent (50%) of the original amount.
The applicant shall establish, at the time of substantial completion, a maintenance bond for the entire cost of any roadway restoration. This bond shall be in effect for a period of not less than eighteen (18) months.
Final approval will not be granted for any Road Opening Application, Driveway Application or Roadway Frontage/Storm Drainage Application until final wearing course is installed and inspected and the site is final graded and seeded and written approval of the Borough engineer has been received by the Borough.
Part 4 Building Permit Applications
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Gross Floor Area (GFA) – In association with the referenced fees, the Gross Floor Area shall be defined as the following; the total square feet of all floors within the perimeter of the outside walls, including basements, bays, cellars, attached garages, roofed patios, breezeways and covered walkways, halls, mechanical/utility areas, restrooms, stairs, stair towers, halls, covered decks and attics and crawl spaces having a minimum headroom of six feet (6’-0”). Attics and crawl spaces having minimum headroom of less than six feet (6’-0”) are not included within the GFA.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009/IBC-International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
A. New Construction and Additions
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $300.00 plus $0.35 per sf
of Gross Floor Area
All other Use Groups $500.00 plus $0.50 per sf
of Gross Floor Area or 1% of the Construction Cost, whichever is greater.
B. Alterations
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 2.00% of construction cost up to $10,000
plus 1.50% of const. costs after $10,000
Minimum Fee $120.00
All other Use Groups 3.00% of construction cost up to $10,000
plus 2.50% of const. costs after $10,000
Minimum Fee $150.00
C. Demolition
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $5.00 for each $1,000.00 of costs with a Minimum Fee of $120.00
All other Use Groups $100.00 for the first 1,000 sf plus $10.00 for each 100 sf thereafter with a minimum
fee of $250.00.
D. Accessory Structures (Not associated with agricultural uses)
Uncovered Decks or Patios $0.30 per sf with a minimum fee of $200.00
(Individual applications for covered decks and covered patios shall be classified as an addition. Patios that utilize interlocking pavers and do not require the placement of a foundation and/or frost wall shall require a Zoning Permit only.)
Sheds, Detached Garages, Pole Barns and Temporary Buildings (>1,000 sf) See Section 4(A)
(Sheds, Pole Barns and Temporary Buildings less than one thousand square feet (1,000 sf) shall require a Zoning Permit only. Sheds, Pole Barns and Temporary Buildings over one thousand square feet (1,000 sf) shall be considered New Construction.)
E. Accessory Structures (Associated with approved agricultural uses)
Barns, animal sheds, and similar structures when associated with properties identified as having an approved Agricultural Use as the primary Use shall require a Zoning Permit only.
F. Use and Occupancy Certificate (Inspections, new construction and changes in existing Use and Occupancy)
Each individual unit requires a Use and Occupancy Certificate (ex. residential units, multiple family dwelling units, condominium units and similar facilities that have separate and distinct individual units.)
Inspections for R-3 and R-4 Uses on transfer of Property $125.00 per dwelling unit
Inspections for new or renovated R-3 and R-4 Uses $125.00 per dwelling unit
(New/Renovated Structure)
Additions to R-3 and R-4 Uses and Detached Accessory Structures $125.00
All other Use Groups - Inspections for changes in Use and/or $500.00 per unit
Inspections for existing, renovated or new structures
Temporary Use and Occupancy Certificate for New Construction $200.00 per unit in addition to
all other applicable costs
Re-inspection for all Use Groups listed above $60.00 each additional inspection
Copy of Use and Occupancy Certificate or Letter $25.00 per copy after original is issued.
G Miscellaneous Renovations No permit required
Includes roofing, doors, windows etc., requiring no structural changes to building or structure. Renovations requiring structural changes shall be considered Alterations under Section 4(B).
H. Swimming Pools (Pool fencing is included within permit cost)
Aboveground/In ground $25.00 for the first $1,000.00 of construction cost plus $10.00 for each additional $1,000.00 of construction cost, or portion thereof, with a minimum fee of $120.00
I. Blasting Permit $100.00 plus $1,000 escrow
Blasting Permit approval shall be issued by Zoning Officer after review by Building Inspector, Borough Engineer and Fire Marshal.
J. Storage Tanks (Non-Residential Aboveground/Underground)
Tanks not associated with residential heating or cooking operations.
Tank Installation (Aboveground/Underground)
0 to 10,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $120.00
Greater than 10,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $750.00
Tank Removal (Underground) $100.00 per tank
Copies of soil and water test results, disposal ticket and closure report shall be provided to the Borough.
K. Storage Tanks (Residential Aboveground/Underground)
Oil/Propane tanks specifically associated with residential heating or cooking operations.
Tank Installation (Aboveground/Underground)
0 to 1,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $120.00
Greater than 1,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $120.00
Tank Removal (Underground) $120.00 per tank
Copies of soil and water test results, disposal ticket and closure report shall be provided to the Borough.
L. Fireplaces
Masonry Fireplaces $120.00
M. Elevators $120.00 each
Certificate of approval from PA Department Labor and Industry shall be provided to the Borough.
N. Mobile Home Units Installation
Permanent Residential $150.00 per unit
Temporary Residential $50.00
(When associated with an application for a single family detached dwelling application. Permit may be renewed at the option of the Borough each six-month period; each period shall be an additional application.)
O. Professional Services Agreement for Individual Lots
Individuals improving or developing a single lot, after subdivision has taken place when they were not the original applicant for the SDLD application, shall execute a Professional Services Agreement with the Borough to cover all miscellaneous costs incurred with their project.
The Agreement includes the establishment of a Professional Services Escrow Account. The Escrow Account covers the expenses of the Borough for advisory services in reviewing the application. Escrow amount shall be established on a case by case basis, all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council of the refund.
The Professional Services Escrow Account funds shall be replenished within fifteen (15) days when they are depleted to fifty percent (50%) of the original amount.
P. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each building permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 5 Mechanical Permit Applications
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009/IBC International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
A. Replacement of Existing Equipment (In kind)
Units utilizing an existing chimney and/or vent pipe to have the existing chimney and/or vent certified by a qualified professional specializing in certification of chimneys and vents with written evaluation provided to the Borough.
Existing Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $25.00
Existing Residential Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser $25.00
Use Groups R-3 and R-4
Existing Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) or Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser
All other Use Groups $50.00
B. New Construction (Equipment Installation)
Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) in Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $50.00 for the first $1,000 of construction cost plus $10 for each additional $1,000 of costs with a minimum fee of $50.00
Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser in Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $50.00 for the first $1,000 of construction cost plus $10 for each additional $1,000 of costs with a minimum fee of $50.00
Non-Residential Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) or $100.00 for the first $1,000 of construction
Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser cost plus $10 for each additional $1,000 of costs with a minimum fee of $75.00 per unit
C. Alterations to Existing HVAC Systems
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $25.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
D. Commercial Kitchen Exhaust System $200.00
Units utilizing an existing chimney and/or vent pipe to have the existing chimney and/or vent certified by a qualified professional specializing in certification of chimneys and vents with written evaluation provided to the Borough.
E. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each mechanical permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 6 Plumbing Permit Applications
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009/IBC International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
If the structure is served by a municipal sewer authority, prior to a Plumbing Permit being issued for a proposed facility and/or residence, the applicant is required to present to the Borough written proof that the Sewer Authority has approved the application and all applicable fees have been paid in full, where applicable.
A. New Construction and Alterations (First seven (7) Fixtures)
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $150.00 for first seven (7) fixtures
$15.00 for each additional
$100.00 Min. per new dwelling unit
All other Use Groups $2000.00 for first seven (7) fixtures
$20.00 for each additional
$100.00 Min. per new dwelling unit
within Multi-family Facilities
$300.00 Min. for new systems within all other Use Groups
B. Hot Water Generator/Domestic Water Heater or Coil
(New or Replacement)
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
C. Boiler to Potable Water Tie-In (All Use Groups) $20.00
D. Lawn Sprinkler System to Potable Water Tie-in (including backflow preventer)
Connections to the potable water system may only be performed by a registered master plumber.
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
E. Fire Sprinkler System to Potable Water Tie-In
Connections to the potable water system may only be performed by a registered master plumber.
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
F. Solar System to Potable Water Tie-In
Connections to the potable water system may only be performed by a registered master plumber.
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
G. Circulators Pumps & Sump Pumps (All Use Groups)
Under 2 H.P. $20.00
2 H.P. to 6 H.P. $30.00
6 H.P. and Greater $60.00
H. Interceptors
All interceptors shall be inspected by the Borough Engineer and are to be associated with a Land Development Application with an associated approved Developers Agreement.
I. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each plumbing permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 7 Fire Protection and Hazardous Equipment
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
A. Fire Suppression and Detection
1 to 20 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $50.00 plus Plan Review Fee
21 to 100 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $100.00 plus Plan Review Fee
101 to 200 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $150.00 plus Plan Review Fee
201 to 400 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $200.00 plus Plan Review Fee
401 and greater Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $500.00 plus Plan Review Fee
B. Plan Review Cost
In addition to the above referenced per head costs, the applicant shall pay the Borough for the actual costs of Plan Review for each system proposed, plus a ten percent (10%) administrative fee, that were incurred for engineering and/or third-party plan review of the application.
C. Non-Residential Kitchen Hood Suppression System $200.00
D. Fire Report from Fire Marshal $60.00 per copy
E. Annual Inspection in association with the Fire Safety and Emergency Equipment Inspection Program
Non-Residential Inspection $100.00 minimum per inspection; plus
$60.00 per hour, billed in one-half (½) hour increments, for any inspection that exceeds one (1) hour.
Residential Inspection $60.00 per dwelling unit
F. All other Inspections, not referenced herein, performed by Fire Inspector and/or Fire Marshal
Inspection Cost $60.00 per hour
G. Fireworks Permit $100.00
Fireworks Permit shall be issued by Zoning Officer after review by Fire Marshal.
H. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each fire protection permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 8 Electrical Permits
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009 International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
The applicant shall obtain, at their own expense, approvals for all electrical work from a certified third-party agency licensed within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with notifications being provided to the Borough at the plan review, rough and final phases of construction. The fees identified below are for verification of these requirements, processing of the record file cards and related administrative activities.
A. New Construction
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $120.00
All other Use Groups $120.00
B. Alterations to existing structures
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $15.00
C. Solar Panel Permits $120.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
D. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each electrical permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 9 Control of Alarms
A. Fire Alarm Registration Fee - per Alarm $25.00 onetime fee
Fire Alarm Registrations are issued through the Fire Marshal and by the Zoning Officer to qualified applicants.
B. Emergency Alarm Registration Fee - per Alarm $25.00 onetime fee
Emergency Alarm Registrations are issued through the Fire Marshal and by the Zoning Officer to qualified applicants.
C. Alarm Penalty Fee for False/Accidental Alarms with Police/Fire Response (pending ordinance adoption for alarms)
(Fee is assessed for a twelve (12) month period.)
4 to 10 False Alarms 11 to 15 False Alarms $100.00 per alarm
16 or more False Alarms $150.00 per alarm
D. Registration Fee for the Operation of an Alarm Business
(Defined as a central station/office for receiving and distributing alarms signals.)
First year $100.00
Succeeding years $50.00
Part 10. Peddling and/or Soliciting
A. Peddler's/Solicitor's License $50.00 Base Fee
Permit to be issued by the Richlandtown Borough. In addition to the Base Fee the following shall apply:
$20.00 per day, per individual
$100.00 per week, per individual
$200.00 per month, per individual
B. Roadside Seasonal Stand $100.00 weekly
Permit to be issued only after Zoning Approval has been obtained.
C. Yard Sale Permit $10.00/per day
Permit to be issued by Richlandtown Borough.
Part 12 Publications and Maps and Miscellaneous
A. Zoning Ordinance $35.00
B. Zoning Map Large Map $17.00
Small Map $5.00
C. Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance $35.00
D. Comprehensive Plan $35.00
E. Open Space Plan $25.00
F. Photocopies $0.25 per page
G. Engineering Services In accordance with Consultant Fee Schedule
H. Copies of Accident Report $15.00
Applicant must be involved party, involved party’s attorney or insurance company.
I. Copies of All other Police Incident Reports $0.25 per page
Release of information must be pre-approved.
J. Inter-Municipal Liquor License Transfer and/or Economic Development Liquor License
Non-refundable fee $500.00
Required Escrow (Hearing Cost and Fees) $4,500.00
K. Tax Certification $25.00 per year
L. Duplicate Tax Bill $ 3.00
M. Returned Checks $40.00
Resolution No. 2020-01
Richlandtown Borough
Bucks County, Pennsylvania
A Resolution of Richlandtown Borough establishing a Fee Schedule
For the Application and Review of Subdivision and Land Development Applications
For the Application and Review of Building and Zoning Permit Applications
For Water Department rates and usage fees
and Fees associated with Borough Administrative Activities
Part 1 Subdivision and Land Development
The following costs are applicable to applications for Preliminary Subdivision and/or Land Development that have not been accepted as complete by the Borough prior to the adoption of this Fee Schedule.
A filing fee and escrow deposit are payable at the time of each application (sketch, preliminary and final). Separate checks shall be submitted by the applicant to cover the amounts identified. In general, the filing fee will reimburse the municipality for indirect, un-liquidated and overhead expense incurred during each review process for a particular application. The escrow deposit, established through the Professional Services Agreement, will be held, in an interest-bearing account, and will only be utilized if the applicant does not pay the invoices for the expenses of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission for advisory services. These services may include; paid administrative staff, engineering, legal, site design, traffic design, landscaping, street lighting and any other consultant necessary, at the opinion of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission, to properly examine the proposed Subdivision/Land Development Application. To any fees incurred by the Borough, the sum of ten percent (10%) shall be added as reimbursement to the Borough to cover administrative, overhead and other costs associated and incurred in processing the application and/or plan, and for the collection of such fees and their distribution.
Escrow amounts shall be established in accordance with this Resolution, all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council of the refund.
In the event the applicant disputes the amount of any such expense in connection with the review of applications, reports and inspections of the improvements, the applicant shall within ten (10) days of the billing date, notify the Borough that such expenses are disputed as unreasonable or unnecessary, in which event, the Borough shall not delay or disapprove a subdivision/land development application or any approval or permit related to the subdivision/land development due to the applicant’s request over disputed fees.
In event that the Borough and the applicant cannot agree on the amount of the review fees which are reasonable and necessary, then the applicant and the Borough shall follow the procedure for dispute resolution set forth in 53 P.S. §10510(g), as amended; provided that the professionals resolving such dispute shall be of the same profession or discipline as the consultants whose fees are being disputed.
A. Residential Subdivision/Land Development Fees
Preliminary Final Revised Final
Filing Fee Escrow* Filing Fee Escrow* Filing Fee Escrow*
Sketch Plan NA NA NA $2,500 NA NA
Minor Subdivision/ $1,000 $2,000 $500 $2,000 $500 $2,000
Land Development
(1 to 2 Lots)
Major Subdivision/ $1,000 plus $5,000 $750 plus $5,000 $500 plus $5,000
Land Development “A” $100 per lot $50 per lot $30 per lot
(3 to 5 Lots)
Major Subdivision/ $1,250 plus $5,000 $1,250 plus $5,000 $1,000 plus $5,000
Land Development “B” $100 per lot $50 per lot $30 per lot
(6 to 10 Lots)
Major Subdivision/ $1,500 plus $10,000 $1,750 plus $10,000 $1,500 plus $10,000
Land Development “C” $100 per lot $50 per lot $30 per lot
(11 Lots or more)
B. Non-Residential Subdivision/Land Development Fees
Preliminary Escrow* Final Escrow*
Sketch Plan NA $5,000 NA $5,000
Subdivision/ $5,000 plus $20 for each $15,000 $2,500 plus $20 for each $10,000
Land Development 2,500 sf of the gross 2,500 sf of the gross
building and site area to building and site area to
be altered, constructed be altered, constructed
and/or disturbed and/or disturbed
The Zoning Officer shall determine, at the time of the Preliminary Application, what classification a project is considered.
If a Final Plan for Subdivision/Land Development is submitted more than one (1) year after Conditional Approval of a Preliminary Plan, in addition to the applicable Final Plan Application Fees, an additional fee of one-half (1/2) of the fee for the Preliminary Plan shall be paid to the Borough.
There is no Application Fee associated with a Sketch Plan Application for Subdivision/Land Development. However, the applicant shall establish a Professional Services Agreement and Escrow Account with the Borough for all costs incurred for engineering and legal fees incidental to the review of the Sketch Plan Application.
*All Escrow Fees identified above are associated with a Professional Services Agreement that is required to be established between the applicant and the Borough for all costs incurred for engineering and legal fees incidental to the review of any application indicated above.
C. Lot Line Change Application Fee $500 $1,500 Escrow
D. Professional Services Agreement
At the time of the Preliminary and Final Application for Subdivision/Land Development the applicant shall execute a Professional Services Agreement with the Borough, a copy of which is attached hereto and adopted as a part of this Resolution.
The Agreement includes the establishment of an Escrow Account. The Escrow Account covers the expenses of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission for advisory services. These services may include; paid administrative staff, engineering, legal, site design, traffic design, landscaping, street lighting and any other consultant necessary, at the opinion of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission, to properly examine the proposed Subdivision/Land Development Application. Escrow amounts shall be established in accordance with this Resolution, all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council of the refund.
The Escrow Account funds shall be replenished within fifteen (15) days when the applicant is notified by the Borough that the funds are depleted to fifty percent (50%) of the original amount.
At the time of filing the Borough shall verify that the Application, Plans and The Professional Services Agreement are complete, and all fees are paid, and the escrow is established. All Subdivision/Land Development Applications are to be submitted to the Borough in person, no mail or courier deliveries of these applications will be accepted.
E. Park and Recreation Contribution
At the time of the Preliminary Application for Subdivision/Land Development the applicant shall pay a Park and Recreation Contribution to the Borough per the following:
Residential Dwelling Units $2,500 per Dwelling Unit
Non-Residential Uses $500 per 1000 sf of Gross Floor Area
Part 2 Zoning
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
A. Zoning Hearing Board Applications
Variance Applications, Special Exception Applications, Interpretations and Challenges of Determinations of the Zoning Officer
Zoning Hearing Board Application Fee Escrow*
Residential $ 700.00 $ 500.00
All other Uses $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
B. Borough Council Applications
Conditional Use Applications, Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, Curative Amendments or Amendments in the Zoning Map or Planned Residential Development (PRD) Application.
Fee Escrow*
Conditional Use Application $1,000.00 $2,000.00
Zoning Amendment $1,000.00 $2,000.00
Curative Amendments $10,000.00 $5,000.00
Amendments to the Zoning Map $2,500.00 $2,500.00
Planned Residential Development (PRD) Application $1,500.00 $2,000.00
Escrow deposit fees are to cover expenses incurred by the Borough incidental to the hearing. In the event these costs deplete the escrow fund in excess of fifty percent (50%) of the original escrow deposit, the escrow funds shall be replenished, within fifteen (15) days of notification, to the original escrow amount. If the expenses do not exceed the escrow deposit fee, the balance will be refunded to the applicant upon request within twelve (12) months of the hearing.
C. Written Zoning Opinions - Upon Request Each $120.00
D. Sign Permits
Permanent Signs
Public Utility or Municipal activity No Cost
School, Church, Hospital, Farm or Club $120.00
Professional, Commercial and all other uses permitted by Richlandtown Borough Zoning Ordinance Window/Wall Signs $2.00 per sf, $60 Minimum
Free Standing Signs $2.00 per sf, $75 Minimum
Ground Pole Signs $2.00 per sf, $120 Minimum
Real Estate Development $2.00 per sf, $60 Minimum
Residential (When associated with an In-home Occupation) $60.00
All Others $60.00
(Additional fees may be imposed if on-site engineering inspection is required. In addition, the applicant shall provide an Insurance Certificate if requested.)
Temporary Signs $1.00 per day (20-day maximum)
E. Zoning Permits for Construction within the R-3 and R-4 Use Groups (In addition to any applicable Subdivision and/or Land Development costs)
New Dwelling Unit Each $120.00
Additions to existing dwelling unit $120.00
Accessory Buildings/Structures $120.00
(This item includes storage sheds, detached garages, uncovered decks and patios, retaining walls, barns, silos, swimming pools, hot tubs, etc.) Patios that utilize interlocking pavers and do not require the placement of a foundation and/or frost wall and sheds, pole barns and temporary buildings one hundred and forty-four square feet (144 sf) or less shall require a Zoning Permit only.
Fences within the R-3 and R-4 Use Groups $120.00
Unlicensed Vehicles (Temporary – One Year) $200.00
Unlicensed Vehicles (Permanent) $500.00
F. Zoning Permits for Construction within all other Use Groups
(In addition to any applicable Subdivision and/or Land Development costs)
New Construction $100.00 plus
$25.00 per 1,000 sf, or portion thereof, of the Gross Floor Area
Additions to existing $100.00 plus
$25.00 per 1,000 sf, or portion thereof, of the Gross Floor Area
Accessory Buildings/Structures $120.00
(Includes storage sheds, detached garages, uncovered decks and patios, retaining walls, barns, silos, swimming pools, hot tubs, etc.)
Fences within all other Use Groups $120.00
G. Home Occupation Registration $25.00 per year
(Occupant shall register each year with the Borough. Written approval from property owner shall accompany Registration Application, if occupant is not owner of property.)
H. Registration of Non-Conforming Use $25.00 per year
(Property owner shall register each year with the Borough.)
I. Act 537 Revision
Residential $1,000.00 plus $2,500.00 engineer’s escrow
Non-Residential $2,000.00 plus $2,500.00 engineer’s escrow
J. Temporary Construction Trailer $100.00 per six-month period
(Permit may be renewed at the option of the Borough for each six-month period)
K. When associated with a Land Development Application $200.00
(When NOT associated with a Land Development Application see Part 3, Section C)
L. Penalty for Misrepresentation Applicable Permit Fees Doubled
M. Flood Plain Determination Review $50.00 plus Standard hourly fees of Borough Engineer
(For new construction, the Borough engineer shall be included in the review of the request only if deemed necessary, at the sole discretion of the Borough.)
Part 3 Road Occupancy and Street Opening Permits (State maintained streets require PennDOT approval)
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
A. Road Openings
Road openings and excavations in any Borough highway, roadway, right-of way, public ally, sidewalk, curb, footpath or bike path, having an improved or unimproved surface $100.00 for up to 20 lf
Openings greater than 20 linear feet $100.00 plus $1.00 per lf over 20 lf
B. Installation of New Driveway and Alteration of Existing Driveways $100.00 per driveway
C. Roadway Frontage/Storm Drainage Improvement Permit (Grading Permit)
Permit Fee $250.00
D. Replacement of Utility Poles $10.00 per pole with a minimum
fee of $30.00
No Permit within Section 3 shall be issued by the Zoning Officer without written approval of the Borough engineer.
At the time of Application for any Item identified within Part 3, the applicant shall execute a Professional Services Agreement with the Borough, a copy of which is attached hereto and adopted as a part of this Resolution.
The Agreement includes the establishment of a Professional Services Escrow Account. The Escrow Account covers the expenses of the Borough for advisory services in reviewing the application and all costs associated with necessary inspections. Escrow amount shall be established by the Zoning Officer on a case by case basis but shall not be less than $1,000.00; all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council.
The Professional Services Escrow Account funds shall be replenished within fifteen (15) days when they are depleted to fifty percent (50%) of the original amount.
The applicant shall establish, at the time of substantial completion, a maintenance bond for the entire cost of any roadway restoration. This bond shall be in effect for a period of not less than eighteen (18) months.
Final approval will not be granted for any Road Opening Application, Driveway Application or Roadway Frontage/Storm Drainage Application until final wearing course is installed and inspected and the site is final graded and seeded and written approval of the Borough engineer has been received by the Borough.
Part 4 Building Permit Applications
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Gross Floor Area (GFA) – In association with the referenced fees, the Gross Floor Area shall be defined as the following; the total square feet of all floors within the perimeter of the outside walls, including basements, bays, cellars, attached garages, roofed patios, breezeways and covered walkways, halls, mechanical/utility areas, restrooms, stairs, stair towers, halls, covered decks and attics and crawl spaces having a minimum headroom of six feet (6’-0”). Attics and crawl spaces having minimum headroom of less than six feet (6’-0”) are not included within the GFA.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009/IBC-International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
A. New Construction and Additions
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $300.00 plus $0.35 per sf
of Gross Floor Area
All other Use Groups $500.00 plus $0.50 per sf
of Gross Floor Area or 1% of the Construction Cost, whichever is greater.
B. Alterations
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 2.00% of construction cost up to $10,000
plus 1.50% of const. costs after $10,000
Minimum Fee $120.00
All other Use Groups 3.00% of construction cost up to $10,000
plus 2.50% of const. costs after $10,000
Minimum Fee $150.00
C. Demolition
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $5.00 for each $1,000.00 of costs with a Minimum Fee of $120.00
All other Use Groups $100.00 for the first 1,000 sf plus $10.00 for each 100 sf thereafter with a minimum
fee of $250.00.
D. Accessory Structures (Not associated with agricultural uses)
Uncovered Decks or Patios $0.30 per sf with a minimum fee of $200.00
(Individual applications for covered decks and covered patios shall be classified as an addition. Patios that utilize interlocking pavers and do not require the placement of a foundation and/or frost wall shall require a Zoning Permit only.)
Sheds, Detached Garages, Pole Barns and Temporary Buildings (>1,000 sf) See Section 4(A)
(Sheds, Pole Barns and Temporary Buildings less than one thousand square feet (1,000 sf) shall require a Zoning Permit only. Sheds, Pole Barns and Temporary Buildings over one thousand square feet (1,000 sf) shall be considered New Construction.)
E. Accessory Structures (Associated with approved agricultural uses)
Barns, animal sheds, and similar structures when associated with properties identified as having an approved Agricultural Use as the primary Use shall require a Zoning Permit only.
F. Use and Occupancy Certificate (Inspections, new construction and changes in existing Use and Occupancy)
Each individual unit requires a Use and Occupancy Certificate (ex. residential units, multiple family dwelling units, condominium units and similar facilities that have separate and distinct individual units.)
Inspections for R-3 and R-4 Uses on transfer of Property $125.00 per dwelling unit
Inspections for new or renovated R-3 and R-4 Uses $125.00 per dwelling unit
(New/Renovated Structure)
Additions to R-3 and R-4 Uses and Detached Accessory Structures $125.00
All other Use Groups - Inspections for changes in Use and/or $500.00 per unit
Inspections for existing, renovated or new structures
Temporary Use and Occupancy Certificate for New Construction $200.00 per unit in addition to
all other applicable costs
Re-inspection for all Use Groups listed above $60.00 each additional inspection
Copy of Use and Occupancy Certificate or Letter $25.00 per copy after original is issued.
G Miscellaneous Renovations No permit required
Includes roofing, doors, windows etc., requiring no structural changes to building or structure. Renovations requiring structural changes shall be considered Alterations under Section 4(B).
H. Swimming Pools (Pool fencing is included within permit cost)
Aboveground/In ground $25.00 for the first $1,000.00 of construction cost plus $10.00 for each additional $1,000.00 of construction cost, or portion thereof, with a minimum fee of $120.00
I. Blasting Permit $100.00 plus $1,000 escrow
Blasting Permit approval shall be issued by Zoning Officer after review by Building Inspector, Borough Engineer and Fire Marshal.
J. Storage Tanks (Non-Residential Aboveground/Underground)
Tanks not associated with residential heating or cooking operations.
Tank Installation (Aboveground/Underground)
0 to 10,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $120.00
Greater than 10,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $750.00
Tank Removal (Underground) $100.00 per tank
Copies of soil and water test results, disposal ticket and closure report shall be provided to the Borough.
K. Storage Tanks (Residential Aboveground/Underground)
Oil/Propane tanks specifically associated with residential heating or cooking operations.
Tank Installation (Aboveground/Underground)
0 to 1,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $120.00
Greater than 1,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $120.00
Tank Removal (Underground) $120.00 per tank
Copies of soil and water test results, disposal ticket and closure report shall be provided to the Borough.
L. Fireplaces
Masonry Fireplaces $120.00
M. Elevators $120.00 each
Certificate of approval from PA Department Labor and Industry shall be provided to the Borough.
N. Mobile Home Units Installation
Permanent Residential $150.00 per unit
Temporary Residential $50.00
(When associated with an application for a single family detached dwelling application. Permit may be renewed at the option of the Borough each six-month period; each period shall be an additional application.)
O. Professional Services Agreement for Individual Lots
Individuals improving or developing a single lot, after subdivision has taken place when they were not the original applicant for the SDLD application, shall execute a Professional Services Agreement with the Borough to cover all miscellaneous costs incurred with their project.
The Agreement includes the establishment of a Professional Services Escrow Account. The Escrow Account covers the expenses of the Borough for advisory services in reviewing the application. Escrow amount shall be established on a case by case basis, all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council of the refund.
The Professional Services Escrow Account funds shall be replenished within fifteen (15) days when they are depleted to fifty percent (50%) of the original amount.
P. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each building permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 5 Mechanical Permit Applications
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009/IBC International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
A. Replacement of Existing Equipment (In kind)
Units utilizing an existing chimney and/or vent pipe to have the existing chimney and/or vent certified by a qualified professional specializing in certification of chimneys and vents with written evaluation provided to the Borough.
Existing Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $25.00
Existing Residential Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser $25.00
Use Groups R-3 and R-4
Existing Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) or Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser
All other Use Groups $50.00
B. New Construction (Equipment Installation)
Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) in Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $50.00 for the first $1,000 of construction cost plus $10 for each additional $1,000 of costs with a minimum fee of $50.00
Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser in Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $50.00 for the first $1,000 of construction cost plus $10 for each additional $1,000 of costs with a minimum fee of $50.00
Non-Residential Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) or $100.00 for the first $1,000 of construction
Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser cost plus $10 for each additional $1,000 of costs with a minimum fee of $75.00 per unit
C. Alterations to Existing HVAC Systems
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $25.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
D. Commercial Kitchen Exhaust System $200.00
Units utilizing an existing chimney and/or vent pipe to have the existing chimney and/or vent certified by a qualified professional specializing in certification of chimneys and vents with written evaluation provided to the Borough.
E. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each mechanical permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 6 Plumbing Permit Applications
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009/IBC International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
If the structure is served by a municipal sewer authority, prior to a Plumbing Permit being issued for a proposed facility and/or residence, the applicant is required to present to the Borough written proof that the Sewer Authority has approved the application and all applicable fees have been paid in full, where applicable.
A. New Construction and Alterations (First seven (7) Fixtures)
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $150.00 for first seven (7) fixtures
$15.00 for each additional
$100.00 Min. per new dwelling unit
All other Use Groups $2000.00 for first seven (7) fixtures
$20.00 for each additional
$100.00 Min. per new dwelling unit
within Multi-family Facilities
$300.00 Min. for new systems within all other Use Groups
B. Hot Water Generator/Domestic Water Heater or Coil
(New or Replacement)
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
C. Boiler to Potable Water Tie-In (All Use Groups) $20.00
D. Lawn Sprinkler System to Potable Water Tie-in (including backflow preventer)
Connections to the potable water system may only be performed by a registered master plumber.
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
E. Fire Sprinkler System to Potable Water Tie-In
Connections to the potable water system may only be performed by a registered master plumber.
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
F. Solar System to Potable Water Tie-In
Connections to the potable water system may only be performed by a registered master plumber.
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
G. Circulators Pumps & Sump Pumps (All Use Groups)
Under 2 H.P. $20.00
2 H.P. to 6 H.P. $30.00
6 H.P. and Greater $60.00
H. Interceptors
All interceptors shall be inspected by the Borough Engineer and are to be associated with a Land Development Application with an associated approved Developers Agreement.
I. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each plumbing permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 7 Fire Protection and Hazardous Equipment
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
A. Fire Suppression and Detection
1 to 20 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $50.00 plus Plan Review Fee
21 to 100 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $100.00 plus Plan Review Fee
101 to 200 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $150.00 plus Plan Review Fee
201 to 400 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $200.00 plus Plan Review Fee
401 and greater Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $500.00 plus Plan Review Fee
B. Plan Review Cost
In addition to the above referenced per head costs, the applicant shall pay the Borough for the actual costs of Plan Review for each system proposed, plus a ten percent (10%) administrative fee, that were incurred for engineering and/or third-party plan review of the application.
C. Non-Residential Kitchen Hood Suppression System $200.00
D. Fire Report from Fire Marshal $60.00 per copy
E. Annual Inspection in association with the Fire Safety and Emergency Equipment Inspection Program
Non-Residential Inspection $100.00 minimum per inspection; plus
$60.00 per hour, billed in one-half (½) hour increments, for any inspection that exceeds one (1) hour.
Residential Inspection $60.00 per dwelling unit
F. All other Inspections, not referenced herein, performed by Fire Inspector and/or Fire Marshal
Inspection Cost $60.00 per hour
G. Fireworks Permit $100.00
Fireworks Permit shall be issued by Zoning Officer after review by Fire Marshal.
H. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each fire protection permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 8 Electrical Permits
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009 International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
The applicant shall obtain, at their own expense, approvals for all electrical work from a certified third-party agency licensed within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with notifications being provided to the Borough at the plan review, rough and final phases of construction. The fees identified below are for verification of these requirements, processing of the record file cards and related administrative activities.
A. New Construction
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $120.00
All other Use Groups $120.00
B. Alterations to existing structures
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $15.00
C. Solar Panel Permits $120.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
D. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each electrical permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 9 Control of Alarms
A. Fire Alarm Registration Fee - per Alarm $25.00 onetime fee
Fire Alarm Registrations are issued through the Fire Marshal and by the Zoning Officer to qualified applicants.
B. Emergency Alarm Registration Fee - per Alarm $25.00 onetime fee
Emergency Alarm Registrations are issued through the Fire Marshal and by the Zoning Officer to qualified applicants.
C. Alarm Penalty Fee for False/Accidental Alarms with Police/Fire Response (pending ordinance adoption for alarms)
(Fee is assessed for a twelve (12) month period.)
4 to 10 False Alarms 11 to 15 False Alarms $100.00 per alarm
16 or more False Alarms $150.00 per alarm
D. Registration Fee for the Operation of an Alarm Business
(Defined as a central station/office for receiving and distributing alarms signals.)
First year $100.00
Succeeding years $50.00
Part 10. Peddling and/or Soliciting
A. Peddler's/Solicitor's License $50.00 Base Fee
Permit to be issued by the Richlandtown Borough. In addition to the Base Fee the following shall apply:
$20.00 per day, per individual
$100.00 per week, per individual
$200.00 per month, per individual
B. Roadside Seasonal Stand $100.00 weekly
Permit to be issued only after Zoning Approval has been obtained.
C. Yard Sale Permit $10.00/per day
Permit to be issued by Richlandtown Borough.
Part 12 Publications and Maps and Miscellaneous
A. Zoning Ordinance $35.00
B. Zoning Map Large Map $17.00
Small Map $5.00
C. Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance $35.00
D. Comprehensive Plan $35.00
E. Open Space Plan $25.00
F. Photocopies $0.25 per page
G. Engineering Services In accordance with Consultant Fee Schedule
H. Copies of Accident Report $15.00
Applicant must be involved party, involved party’s attorney or insurance company.
I. Copies of All other Police Incident Reports $0.25 per page
Release of information must be pre-approved.
J. Inter-Municipal Liquor License Transfer and/or Economic Development Liquor License
Non-refundable fee $500.00
Required Escrow (Hearing Cost and Fees) $4,500.00
K. Tax Certification $25.00 per year
L. Duplicate Tax Bill $ 3.00
M. Returned Checks $40.00
Resolution No. 2020-01
Richlandtown Borough
Bucks County, Pennsylvania
A Resolution of Richlandtown Borough establishing a Fee Schedule
For the Application and Review of Subdivision and Land Development Applications
For the Application and Review of Building and Zoning Permit Applications
For Water Department rates and usage fees
and Fees associated with Borough Administrative Activities
Part 1 Subdivision and Land Development
The following costs are applicable to applications for Preliminary Subdivision and/or Land Development that have not been accepted as complete by the Borough prior to the adoption of this Fee Schedule.
A filing fee and escrow deposit are payable at the time of each application (sketch, preliminary and final). Separate checks shall be submitted by the applicant to cover the amounts identified. In general, the filing fee will reimburse the municipality for indirect, un-liquidated and overhead expense incurred during each review process for a particular application. The escrow deposit, established through the Professional Services Agreement, will be held, in an interest-bearing account, and will only be utilized if the applicant does not pay the invoices for the expenses of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission for advisory services. These services may include; paid administrative staff, engineering, legal, site design, traffic design, landscaping, street lighting and any other consultant necessary, at the opinion of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission, to properly examine the proposed Subdivision/Land Development Application. To any fees incurred by the Borough, the sum of ten percent (10%) shall be added as reimbursement to the Borough to cover administrative, overhead and other costs associated and incurred in processing the application and/or plan, and for the collection of such fees and their distribution.
Escrow amounts shall be established in accordance with this Resolution, all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council of the refund.
In the event the applicant disputes the amount of any such expense in connection with the review of applications, reports and inspections of the improvements, the applicant shall within ten (10) days of the billing date, notify the Borough that such expenses are disputed as unreasonable or unnecessary, in which event, the Borough shall not delay or disapprove a subdivision/land development application or any approval or permit related to the subdivision/land development due to the applicant’s request over disputed fees.
In event that the Borough and the applicant cannot agree on the amount of the review fees which are reasonable and necessary, then the applicant and the Borough shall follow the procedure for dispute resolution set forth in 53 P.S. §10510(g), as amended; provided that the professionals resolving such dispute shall be of the same profession or discipline as the consultants whose fees are being disputed.
A. Residential Subdivision/Land Development Fees
Preliminary Final Revised Final
Filing Fee Escrow* Filing Fee Escrow* Filing Fee Escrow*
Sketch Plan NA NA NA $2,500 NA NA
Minor Subdivision/ $1,000 $2,000 $500 $2,000 $500 $2,000
Land Development
(1 to 2 Lots)
Major Subdivision/ $1,000 plus $5,000 $750 plus $5,000 $500 plus $5,000
Land Development “A” $100 per lot $50 per lot $30 per lot
(3 to 5 Lots)
Major Subdivision/ $1,250 plus $5,000 $1,250 plus $5,000 $1,000 plus $5,000
Land Development “B” $100 per lot $50 per lot $30 per lot
(6 to 10 Lots)
Major Subdivision/ $1,500 plus $10,000 $1,750 plus $10,000 $1,500 plus $10,000
Land Development “C” $100 per lot $50 per lot $30 per lot
(11 Lots or more)
B. Non-Residential Subdivision/Land Development Fees
Preliminary Escrow* Final Escrow*
Sketch Plan NA $5,000 NA $5,000
Subdivision/ $5,000 plus $20 for each $15,000 $2,500 plus $20 for each $10,000
Land Development 2,500 sf of the gross 2,500 sf of the gross
building and site area to building and site area to
be altered, constructed be altered, constructed
and/or disturbed and/or disturbed
The Zoning Officer shall determine, at the time of the Preliminary Application, what classification a project is considered.
If a Final Plan for Subdivision/Land Development is submitted more than one (1) year after Conditional Approval of a Preliminary Plan, in addition to the applicable Final Plan Application Fees, an additional fee of one-half (1/2) of the fee for the Preliminary Plan shall be paid to the Borough.
There is no Application Fee associated with a Sketch Plan Application for Subdivision/Land Development. However, the applicant shall establish a Professional Services Agreement and Escrow Account with the Borough for all costs incurred for engineering and legal fees incidental to the review of the Sketch Plan Application.
*All Escrow Fees identified above are associated with a Professional Services Agreement that is required to be established between the applicant and the Borough for all costs incurred for engineering and legal fees incidental to the review of any application indicated above.
C. Lot Line Change Application Fee $500 $1,500 Escrow
D. Professional Services Agreement
At the time of the Preliminary and Final Application for Subdivision/Land Development the applicant shall execute a Professional Services Agreement with the Borough, a copy of which is attached hereto and adopted as a part of this Resolution.
The Agreement includes the establishment of an Escrow Account. The Escrow Account covers the expenses of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission for advisory services. These services may include; paid administrative staff, engineering, legal, site design, traffic design, landscaping, street lighting and any other consultant necessary, at the opinion of the Borough Council and/or the Planning Commission, to properly examine the proposed Subdivision/Land Development Application. Escrow amounts shall be established in accordance with this Resolution, all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council of the refund.
The Escrow Account funds shall be replenished within fifteen (15) days when the applicant is notified by the Borough that the funds are depleted to fifty percent (50%) of the original amount.
At the time of filing the Borough shall verify that the Application, Plans and The Professional Services Agreement are complete, and all fees are paid, and the escrow is established. All Subdivision/Land Development Applications are to be submitted to the Borough in person, no mail or courier deliveries of these applications will be accepted.
E. Park and Recreation Contribution
At the time of the Preliminary Application for Subdivision/Land Development the applicant shall pay a Park and Recreation Contribution to the Borough per the following:
Residential Dwelling Units $2,500 per Dwelling Unit
Non-Residential Uses $500 per 1000 sf of Gross Floor Area
Part 2 Zoning
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
A. Zoning Hearing Board Applications
Variance Applications, Special Exception Applications, Interpretations and Challenges of Determinations of the Zoning Officer
Zoning Hearing Board Application Fee Escrow*
Residential $ 700.00 $ 500.00
All other Uses $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
B. Borough Council Applications
Conditional Use Applications, Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, Curative Amendments or Amendments in the Zoning Map or Planned Residential Development (PRD) Application.
Fee Escrow*
Conditional Use Application $1,000.00 $2,000.00
Zoning Amendment $1,000.00 $2,000.00
Curative Amendments $10,000.00 $5,000.00
Amendments to the Zoning Map $2,500.00 $2,500.00
Planned Residential Development (PRD) Application $1,500.00 $2,000.00
Escrow deposit fees are to cover expenses incurred by the Borough incidental to the hearing. In the event these costs deplete the escrow fund in excess of fifty percent (50%) of the original escrow deposit, the escrow funds shall be replenished, within fifteen (15) days of notification, to the original escrow amount. If the expenses do not exceed the escrow deposit fee, the balance will be refunded to the applicant upon request within twelve (12) months of the hearing.
C. Written Zoning Opinions - Upon Request Each $120.00
D. Sign Permits
Permanent Signs
Public Utility or Municipal activity No Cost
School, Church, Hospital, Farm or Club $120.00
Professional, Commercial and all other uses permitted by Richlandtown Borough Zoning Ordinance Window/Wall Signs $2.00 per sf, $60 Minimum
Free Standing Signs $2.00 per sf, $75 Minimum
Ground Pole Signs $2.00 per sf, $120 Minimum
Real Estate Development $2.00 per sf, $60 Minimum
Residential (When associated with an In-home Occupation) $60.00
All Others $60.00
(Additional fees may be imposed if on-site engineering inspection is required. In addition, the applicant shall provide an Insurance Certificate if requested.)
Temporary Signs $1.00 per day (20-day maximum)
E. Zoning Permits for Construction within the R-3 and R-4 Use Groups (In addition to any applicable Subdivision and/or Land Development costs)
New Dwelling Unit Each $120.00
Additions to existing dwelling unit $120.00
Accessory Buildings/Structures $120.00
(This item includes storage sheds, detached garages, uncovered decks and patios, retaining walls, barns, silos, swimming pools, hot tubs, etc.) Patios that utilize interlocking pavers and do not require the placement of a foundation and/or frost wall and sheds, pole barns and temporary buildings one hundred and forty-four square feet (144 sf) or less shall require a Zoning Permit only.
Fences within the R-3 and R-4 Use Groups $120.00
Unlicensed Vehicles (Temporary – One Year) $200.00
Unlicensed Vehicles (Permanent) $500.00
F. Zoning Permits for Construction within all other Use Groups
(In addition to any applicable Subdivision and/or Land Development costs)
New Construction $100.00 plus
$25.00 per 1,000 sf, or portion thereof, of the Gross Floor Area
Additions to existing $100.00 plus
$25.00 per 1,000 sf, or portion thereof, of the Gross Floor Area
Accessory Buildings/Structures $120.00
(Includes storage sheds, detached garages, uncovered decks and patios, retaining walls, barns, silos, swimming pools, hot tubs, etc.)
Fences within all other Use Groups $120.00
G. Home Occupation Registration $25.00 per year
(Occupant shall register each year with the Borough. Written approval from property owner shall accompany Registration Application, if occupant is not owner of property.)
H. Registration of Non-Conforming Use $25.00 per year
(Property owner shall register each year with the Borough.)
I. Act 537 Revision
Residential $1,000.00 plus $2,500.00 engineer’s escrow
Non-Residential $2,000.00 plus $2,500.00 engineer’s escrow
J. Temporary Construction Trailer $100.00 per six-month period
(Permit may be renewed at the option of the Borough for each six-month period)
K. When associated with a Land Development Application $200.00
(When NOT associated with a Land Development Application see Part 3, Section C)
L. Penalty for Misrepresentation Applicable Permit Fees Doubled
M. Flood Plain Determination Review $50.00 plus Standard hourly fees of Borough Engineer
(For new construction, the Borough engineer shall be included in the review of the request only if deemed necessary, at the sole discretion of the Borough.)
Part 3 Road Occupancy and Street Opening Permits (State maintained streets require PennDOT approval)
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
A. Road Openings
Road openings and excavations in any Borough highway, roadway, right-of way, public ally, sidewalk, curb, footpath or bike path, having an improved or unimproved surface $100.00 for up to 20 lf
Openings greater than 20 linear feet $100.00 plus $1.00 per lf over 20 lf
B. Installation of New Driveway and Alteration of Existing Driveways $100.00 per driveway
C. Roadway Frontage/Storm Drainage Improvement Permit (Grading Permit)
Permit Fee $250.00
D. Replacement of Utility Poles $10.00 per pole with a minimum
fee of $30.00
No Permit within Section 3 shall be issued by the Zoning Officer without written approval of the Borough engineer.
At the time of Application for any Item identified within Part 3, the applicant shall execute a Professional Services Agreement with the Borough, a copy of which is attached hereto and adopted as a part of this Resolution.
The Agreement includes the establishment of a Professional Services Escrow Account. The Escrow Account covers the expenses of the Borough for advisory services in reviewing the application and all costs associated with necessary inspections. Escrow amount shall be established by the Zoning Officer on a case by case basis but shall not be less than $1,000.00; all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council.
The Professional Services Escrow Account funds shall be replenished within fifteen (15) days when they are depleted to fifty percent (50%) of the original amount.
The applicant shall establish, at the time of substantial completion, a maintenance bond for the entire cost of any roadway restoration. This bond shall be in effect for a period of not less than eighteen (18) months.
Final approval will not be granted for any Road Opening Application, Driveway Application or Roadway Frontage/Storm Drainage Application until final wearing course is installed and inspected and the site is final graded and seeded and written approval of the Borough engineer has been received by the Borough.
Part 4 Building Permit Applications
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Gross Floor Area (GFA) – In association with the referenced fees, the Gross Floor Area shall be defined as the following; the total square feet of all floors within the perimeter of the outside walls, including basements, bays, cellars, attached garages, roofed patios, breezeways and covered walkways, halls, mechanical/utility areas, restrooms, stairs, stair towers, halls, covered decks and attics and crawl spaces having a minimum headroom of six feet (6’-0”). Attics and crawl spaces having minimum headroom of less than six feet (6’-0”) are not included within the GFA.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009/IBC-International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
A. New Construction and Additions
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $300.00 plus $0.35 per sf
of Gross Floor Area
All other Use Groups $500.00 plus $0.50 per sf
of Gross Floor Area or 1% of the Construction Cost, whichever is greater.
B. Alterations
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 2.00% of construction cost up to $10,000
plus 1.50% of const. costs after $10,000
Minimum Fee $120.00
All other Use Groups 3.00% of construction cost up to $10,000
plus 2.50% of const. costs after $10,000
Minimum Fee $150.00
C. Demolition
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $5.00 for each $1,000.00 of costs with a Minimum Fee of $120.00
All other Use Groups $100.00 for the first 1,000 sf plus $10.00 for each 100 sf thereafter with a minimum
fee of $250.00.
D. Accessory Structures (Not associated with agricultural uses)
Uncovered Decks or Patios $0.30 per sf with a minimum fee of $200.00
(Individual applications for covered decks and covered patios shall be classified as an addition. Patios that utilize interlocking pavers and do not require the placement of a foundation and/or frost wall shall require a Zoning Permit only.)
Sheds, Detached Garages, Pole Barns and Temporary Buildings (>1,000 sf) See Section 4(A)
(Sheds, Pole Barns and Temporary Buildings less than one thousand square feet (1,000 sf) shall require a Zoning Permit only. Sheds, Pole Barns and Temporary Buildings over one thousand square feet (1,000 sf) shall be considered New Construction.)
E. Accessory Structures (Associated with approved agricultural uses)
Barns, animal sheds, and similar structures when associated with properties identified as having an approved Agricultural Use as the primary Use shall require a Zoning Permit only.
F. Use and Occupancy Certificate (Inspections, new construction and changes in existing Use and Occupancy)
Each individual unit requires a Use and Occupancy Certificate (ex. residential units, multiple family dwelling units, condominium units and similar facilities that have separate and distinct individual units.)
Inspections for R-3 and R-4 Uses on transfer of Property $125.00 per dwelling unit
Inspections for new or renovated R-3 and R-4 Uses $125.00 per dwelling unit
(New/Renovated Structure)
Additions to R-3 and R-4 Uses and Detached Accessory Structures $125.00
All other Use Groups - Inspections for changes in Use and/or $500.00 per unit
Inspections for existing, renovated or new structures
Temporary Use and Occupancy Certificate for New Construction $200.00 per unit in addition to
all other applicable costs
Re-inspection for all Use Groups listed above $60.00 each additional inspection
Copy of Use and Occupancy Certificate or Letter $25.00 per copy after original is issued.
G Miscellaneous Renovations No permit required
Includes roofing, doors, windows etc., requiring no structural changes to building or structure. Renovations requiring structural changes shall be considered Alterations under Section 4(B).
H. Swimming Pools (Pool fencing is included within permit cost)
Aboveground/In ground $25.00 for the first $1,000.00 of construction cost plus $10.00 for each additional $1,000.00 of construction cost, or portion thereof, with a minimum fee of $120.00
I. Blasting Permit $100.00 plus $1,000 escrow
Blasting Permit approval shall be issued by Zoning Officer after review by Building Inspector, Borough Engineer and Fire Marshal.
J. Storage Tanks (Non-Residential Aboveground/Underground)
Tanks not associated with residential heating or cooking operations.
Tank Installation (Aboveground/Underground)
0 to 10,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $120.00
Greater than 10,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $750.00
Tank Removal (Underground) $100.00 per tank
Copies of soil and water test results, disposal ticket and closure report shall be provided to the Borough.
K. Storage Tanks (Residential Aboveground/Underground)
Oil/Propane tanks specifically associated with residential heating or cooking operations.
Tank Installation (Aboveground/Underground)
0 to 1,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $120.00
Greater than 1,000 Gallons Gallons x $0.05
Minimum Fee $120.00
Tank Removal (Underground) $120.00 per tank
Copies of soil and water test results, disposal ticket and closure report shall be provided to the Borough.
L. Fireplaces
Masonry Fireplaces $120.00
M. Elevators $120.00 each
Certificate of approval from PA Department Labor and Industry shall be provided to the Borough.
N. Mobile Home Units Installation
Permanent Residential $150.00 per unit
Temporary Residential $50.00
(When associated with an application for a single family detached dwelling application. Permit may be renewed at the option of the Borough each six-month period; each period shall be an additional application.)
O. Professional Services Agreement for Individual Lots
Individuals improving or developing a single lot, after subdivision has taken place when they were not the original applicant for the SDLD application, shall execute a Professional Services Agreement with the Borough to cover all miscellaneous costs incurred with their project.
The Agreement includes the establishment of a Professional Services Escrow Account. The Escrow Account covers the expenses of the Borough for advisory services in reviewing the application. Escrow amount shall be established on a case by case basis, all unused funds within the Escrow Account shall be returned to the applicant eighteen (18) months after completion of the project/development or upon written cancellation of the project/development upon approval by the Borough Council of the refund.
The Professional Services Escrow Account funds shall be replenished within fifteen (15) days when they are depleted to fifty percent (50%) of the original amount.
P. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each building permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 5 Mechanical Permit Applications
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009/IBC International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
A. Replacement of Existing Equipment (In kind)
Units utilizing an existing chimney and/or vent pipe to have the existing chimney and/or vent certified by a qualified professional specializing in certification of chimneys and vents with written evaluation provided to the Borough.
Existing Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $25.00
Existing Residential Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser $25.00
Use Groups R-3 and R-4
Existing Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) or Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser
All other Use Groups $50.00
B. New Construction (Equipment Installation)
Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) in Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $50.00 for the first $1,000 of construction cost plus $10 for each additional $1,000 of costs with a minimum fee of $50.00
Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser in Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $50.00 for the first $1,000 of construction cost plus $10 for each additional $1,000 of costs with a minimum fee of $50.00
Non-Residential Heater (Gas, Electric, Oil) or $100.00 for the first $1,000 of construction
Air Conditioning Unit/Condenser cost plus $10 for each additional $1,000 of costs with a minimum fee of $75.00 per unit
C. Alterations to Existing HVAC Systems
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $25.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
D. Commercial Kitchen Exhaust System $200.00
Units utilizing an existing chimney and/or vent pipe to have the existing chimney and/or vent certified by a qualified professional specializing in certification of chimneys and vents with written evaluation provided to the Borough.
E. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each mechanical permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 6 Plumbing Permit Applications
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009/IBC International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
If the structure is served by a municipal sewer authority, prior to a Plumbing Permit being issued for a proposed facility and/or residence, the applicant is required to present to the Borough written proof that the Sewer Authority has approved the application and all applicable fees have been paid in full, where applicable.
A. New Construction and Alterations (First seven (7) Fixtures)
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $150.00 for first seven (7) fixtures
$15.00 for each additional
$100.00 Min. per new dwelling unit
All other Use Groups $2000.00 for first seven (7) fixtures
$20.00 for each additional
$100.00 Min. per new dwelling unit
within Multi-family Facilities
$300.00 Min. for new systems within all other Use Groups
B. Hot Water Generator/Domestic Water Heater or Coil
(New or Replacement)
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
C. Boiler to Potable Water Tie-In (All Use Groups) $20.00
D. Lawn Sprinkler System to Potable Water Tie-in (including backflow preventer)
Connections to the potable water system may only be performed by a registered master plumber.
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
E. Fire Sprinkler System to Potable Water Tie-In
Connections to the potable water system may only be performed by a registered master plumber.
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
F. Solar System to Potable Water Tie-In
Connections to the potable water system may only be performed by a registered master plumber.
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $20.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
G. Circulators Pumps & Sump Pumps (All Use Groups)
Under 2 H.P. $20.00
2 H.P. to 6 H.P. $30.00
6 H.P. and Greater $60.00
H. Interceptors
All interceptors shall be inspected by the Borough Engineer and are to be associated with a Land Development Application with an associated approved Developers Agreement.
I. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each plumbing permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 7 Fire Protection and Hazardous Equipment
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
A. Fire Suppression and Detection
1 to 20 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $50.00 plus Plan Review Fee
21 to 100 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $100.00 plus Plan Review Fee
101 to 200 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $150.00 plus Plan Review Fee
201 to 400 Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $200.00 plus Plan Review Fee
401 and greater Sprinkler Heads or Smoke/Heat Detectors $500.00 plus Plan Review Fee
B. Plan Review Cost
In addition to the above referenced per head costs, the applicant shall pay the Borough for the actual costs of Plan Review for each system proposed, plus a ten percent (10%) administrative fee, that were incurred for engineering and/or third-party plan review of the application.
C. Non-Residential Kitchen Hood Suppression System $200.00
D. Fire Report from Fire Marshal $60.00 per copy
E. Annual Inspection in association with the Fire Safety and Emergency Equipment Inspection Program
Non-Residential Inspection $100.00 minimum per inspection; plus
$60.00 per hour, billed in one-half (½) hour increments, for any inspection that exceeds one (1) hour.
Residential Inspection $60.00 per dwelling unit
F. All other Inspections, not referenced herein, performed by Fire Inspector and/or Fire Marshal
Inspection Cost $60.00 per hour
G. Fireworks Permit $100.00
Fireworks Permit shall be issued by Zoning Officer after review by Fire Marshal.
H. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each fire protection permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 8 Electrical Permits
All Fees referenced within this section shall be doubled if the project is started without the applicable Permits and/or Approvals.
Use Groups - In association with the referenced fees, the Use Group designation is derived from the 2009 International Building Code. R-3 refers to structures arranged for occupancy as a one- or two-family dwelling unit where each unit has an independent means of egress and each unit is separated by a two-hour fire separation assembly. R-4 refers to all detached one- or two-family dwellings not more than three stories in height. All other Use groups refers to the following Use Groups; A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5, B, E, F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, I-1, I-2, I-3, M, R-1, R-2, S-1 and S-2.
The applicant shall obtain, at their own expense, approvals for all electrical work from a certified third-party agency licensed within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with notifications being provided to the Borough at the plan review, rough and final phases of construction. The fees identified below are for verification of these requirements, processing of the record file cards and related administrative activities.
A. New Construction
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $120.00
All other Use Groups $120.00
B. Alterations to existing structures
Use Groups R-3 and R-4 $15.00
C. Solar Panel Permits $120.00
All other Use Groups $50.00
D. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $4.50
Each electrical permit issued by the Borough in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall be required to pay a Fee in accordance with requirements of the UCC.
Part 9 Control of Alarms
A. Fire Alarm Registration Fee - per Alarm $25.00 onetime fee
Fire Alarm Registrations are issued through the Fire Marshal and by the Zoning Officer to qualified applicants.
B. Emergency Alarm Registration Fee - per Alarm $25.00 onetime fee
Emergency Alarm Registrations are issued through the Fire Marshal and by the Zoning Officer to qualified applicants.
C. Alarm Penalty Fee for False/Accidental Alarms with Police/Fire Response (pending ordinance adoption for alarms)
(Fee is assessed for a twelve (12) month period.)
4 to 10 False Alarms 11 to 15 False Alarms $100.00 per alarm
16 or more False Alarms $150.00 per alarm
D. Registration Fee for the Operation of an Alarm Business
(Defined as a central station/office for receiving and distributing alarms signals.)
First year $100.00
Succeeding years $50.00
Part 10. Peddling and/or Soliciting
A. Peddler's/Solicitor's License $50.00 Base Fee
Permit to be issued by the Richlandtown Borough. In addition to the Base Fee the following shall apply:
$20.00 per day, per individual
$100.00 per week, per individual
$200.00 per month, per individual
B. Roadside Seasonal Stand $100.00 weekly
Permit to be issued only after Zoning Approval has been obtained.
C. Yard Sale Permit $10.00/per day
Permit to be issued by Richlandtown Borough.
Part 12 Publications and Maps and Miscellaneous
A. Zoning Ordinance $35.00
B. Zoning Map Large Map $17.00
Small Map $5.00
C. Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance $35.00
D. Comprehensive Plan $35.00
E. Open Space Plan $25.00
F. Photocopies $0.25 per page
G. Engineering Services In accordance with Consultant Fee Schedule
H. Copies of Accident Report $15.00
Applicant must be involved party, involved party’s attorney or insurance company.
I. Copies of All other Police Incident Reports $0.25 per page
Release of information must be pre-approved.
J. Inter-Municipal Liquor License Transfer and/or Economic Development Liquor License
Non-refundable fee $500.00
Required Escrow (Hearing Cost and Fees) $4,500.00
K. Tax Certification $25.00 per year
L. Duplicate Tax Bill $ 3.00
M. Returned Checks $40.00