NOTICE:  BEGINNING MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2020 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE: LEAF, TREE, OR SHRUB DROP-OFF AT THE TOWNSHIP BUILDING WILL ONLY BE ALLOWED ON MONDAYS. 

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT – PERKIOMEN TOWNSHIP VIRTUAL ZONING HEARING MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Perkiomen Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a virtual public hearing at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, June 24, 2020.  The Zoning Hearing Board and its Solicitor, the Zoning Officer, the Applicant, Witnesses, and all individuals with party status shall participate via video conference.  The public will have an opportunity to listen and comment via telephone or computer and may submit written comments in advance to jmoran@perktwp.org   Additional instructions for public participation are available on the Township’s website: www.perkiomentownship.org and the hearing may be recorded. To participate in this meeting:

Please plan to join the meeting 10 minutes before the start, in case you have trouble connecting. To join from this invite, click on the link below. If you are joining from a PC or Mac, this will open a page on your browser. Just follow the prompts to “Allow”, “Open”, or “Accept”. When your Zoom window opens you can mute your audio and control your video with buttons on the lower left of your screen.

You should be able to use your computer’s audio (mic & speakers). If not, you can dial in using the phone number below. Then enter the Meeting ID when prompted.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81192990340

Meeting ID: 811 9299 0340

Dial-in Number – 929 205 6099

Anyone interested in reviewing the Application and/or Plans my send a request to Zoning Officer, John Moran, Jr. by email at jmoran@perktwp.org

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT – PERKIOMEN TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Perkiomen Township Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2020, beginning at 7:00 pm.  Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting will be held via Zoom which is a telephone and video-conferencing service.  The Agenda for this meeting is available on the Townships website: www.perkiomentownship.org.  This meeting may be recorded.  To participate in this meeting:

June 2020 Planning Commission Agenda

Please plan to join the meeting 10 minutes before the start, in case you have trouble connecting. To join from this invite, click on the link below. If you are joining from a PC or Mac, this will open a page on your browser. Just follow the prompts to “Allow”, “Open”, or “Accept”. When your Zoom window opens you can mute your audio and control your video with buttons on the lower left of your screen.

You should be able to use your computer’s audio (mic & speakers). If not, you can dial in using the phone number below. Then enter the Meeting ID when prompted.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83750094483

Meeting ID: 837 5009 4483

Dial-in Number – 929 205 6099

To submit questions or comments before or during the meeting, use the Township email address at admin@perktwp.org (must include your full name and address).  If on the ZOOM call you can also use the CHAT feature located on the bottom of the page.

2020 ROAD PROJECT: PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK TO LEARN WHICH TOWNSHIP ROADS WILL BE A PART OF THE 2020 ROAD PROJECT AND THE LOCATION MAP FOR THEIR LOCATION.

2020 Road Project

Location Map 2020 Road Project

TOWNSHIP PLAYGROUNDS AND BASKETBALL COURTS WILL REMAIN CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

In compliance with Governor Wolf’s objective in mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), and in adherence to the CDC guidelines for “Social Distancing, the Township is closing the TOWNSHIP PLAYGROUNDS and BASKETBALL COURTS. 

Beginning, FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2020 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE the Township Playground located at the Township Administration Building near the pavilion, the Pavilion, the Township Playground located on Bayonet Court, and the Township Playground located at the Lodal Creek Park will be closed.  The basketball courts located in the Lodal Creek Park will also be closed.

The decision to close these facilities is not made lightly.  With everyone’s cooperation in staying off of the playgrounds and basketball courts, we can work toward protecting the public in mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus. 

THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS APPRECIATES YOU PATIENCE AND COOPERATION.

TOWNSHIP BUILDING/GARAGE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC

In compliance with Governor Wolf’s objective in mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), the Township has established the following guidelines for “Social Distancing” by restricting access to the Township Building/Garage.    

Beginning, Wednesday March 18, 2020 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE, the Township Building/Garage will be closed to the public.  There will be NO access into either building. Communication shall be made by either e-mail (Admin@perktwp.org) or telephone (610-489-4034).    

Code Enforcement: All zoning, building or other applications shall be processed by mail, on-line, or can be placed in the black “Drop Off” box located behind the regular mailbox.   Inspections will occur on a limited basis.

Finance Department: All sewer payments can be made by either mail or on-line.  There will be no access to in-person service.    

Tax Payments: Real Estate Tax Payments can be mailed.  Access into the Township Building shall be allowed ONLY to the Tax Collector Box located in the vestibule (Monday through Thursday).    

Public Works: NOTICE:  BEGINNING MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2020 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE: LEAF, TREE, OR SHRUB DROP-OFF AT THE TOWNSHIP BUILDING WILL ONLY BE ALLOWED ON MONDAYS. 

REVIEW OF THESE RESTRICTIONS WILL BE MADE ON A REGULAR BASIS AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED UPON THE RAPIDLY CHANGING CIRCUMSTANCES.  THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS APPRECIATES YOU PATIENCE AND COOPERATION.

Perkiomen Township is monitoring the situation. For now, we are continuing to follow the guidelines recommended by the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

Symptoms of the COVID-19 can include fever, cough and shortness of breath. The symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as long as 14 days after exposure. Although most cases of COVID-19 have been mild, the illness can range from people with little to no symptoms to people being severely ill. Individuals most at risk for severe symptoms include elderly and those with pre-existing conditions.

Residents are reminded to:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol- based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Cover any coughs or sneezes with your elbow, not your hands.
• Clean surfaces frequently, such as countertops, light switches, cell phones and other frequently touched areas.
• Contain if you are sick, you should stay home until you are feeling better.

For continual updates on the constant changing situation, please click on the link below:

https://www.montcopa.org/covid-19

 

Forms & Applications

Zoning Permit Application (PDF)
Construction Permit App. CONSTRUCTION PERMIT APP.(pages 1-4)(8-8-19)
Construction Permit Check List
Citizen’s Complaint Form (PDF)
Use Occupancy Application
Public Record Access Policy of Perkiomen Township
Right to Know Request Form
Fire Permit Application PDF|EXCEL

Fee Schedule 2020 – (Adopted 1-6-20)

Application for Employment

Additional Forms Found Under Links/Forms

As part of the Perkiomen Township’s overall efforts to improve services to its citizens, the complete municipal code is now available online. The new online Code provides convenient access to ordinances in a feature-rich format that has been specifically designed for optimal viewing on desktops and laptops as well as smartphones and tablet devices. To use the new electronic version of the Code, click the icon to visit Perkiomen Township’s website.