Code

The Department of Planning and Zoning administers Perkasie's building and maintenance codes as well as all zoning matters.

The Code Enforcement Department and Zoning officer work hand in hand with the Perkasie Planning Commission and Zoning Hearing Board on issues relating to building, renovating, and changing the use of a property/dwelling. See Fee Schedule for administration fees associated with subdivisions, land development, and building and zoning permits.

The Perkasie Planning Commission reviews plans for subdivisions and land developments and recommends to Borough Council the approval/disapproval of those plans.  This commission is also actively involved in the development of the borough's comprehensive plans and changes to zoning, subdivision and land development ordinances.

The Zoning Hearing Board reviews all requests for zoning variances, special exceptions or interpretations of law.  This board has the right of final approval and is not an advisory to Borough Council.

Attention Business Owners | If you own a business in Perkasie Borough, or are considering establishing one, please go to the Welcome Businesses Page for information specific to your needs regarding compliance with borough codes.

Please note that any rental property with more than two residential housing units is considered a business property.  You will need a use and occupancy permit when the property is being bought/sold.  You also have the option to use the Borough's trash program or hire a private hauler if the rental property has four or more units.