FAQs • Upper Moreland Township, PA • CivicEngage

May I, as the property owner, perform my own plumbing & electrical work?: A registered Master Plumber is required for all plumbing work. Only a Master Plumber may submit the plumbing permit application. You may do your own electrical work. Permits are required for both. Upper Moreland Township does accept electrical plans pre-approved by a certified 3rd party agency. An approved list of 3rd party electrical review/inspection agencies is included on the electrical permit application.

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Code Enforcement

2. What do I need to do to install a pool?: Installing a pool in Upper Moreland Township requires a building permit. Please click herehere for pool permit requirements.

3. Where do I secure permits for various projects and home improvements?: Contact the Code Enforcement Office, 117 Park Avenue, Willow Grove, PA 19090 or call 267-607-1032/1033 between the hours of 7:30am to 4:30pm.

4. What is the zoning classification of my property?: There are several zoning districts in Upper Moreland Township. You can contact our office at 267-607-1032/1033 or click here to view the zoning map.

5. May I, as the property owner, perform my own plumbing & electrical work?: A registered Master Plumber is required for all plumbing work. Only a Master Plumber may submit the plumbing permit application. You may do your own electrical work. Permits are required for both. Upper Moreland Township does accept electrical plans pre-approved by a certified 3rd party agency. An approved list of 3rd party electrical review/inspection agencies is included on the electrical permit application.

7. How many sets of plans are required to make application for a permit?: Two sets of plans for residential and three for commercial.

8. How long is the review process?: Generally, 15 working days for residential and 30 working days for commercial.

11. Does your office have any original house plans?: Contact the Code Enforcement Office for availability.

12. Can you recommend a contractor?: No, because of the potential conflict of interest and liability concerns.

14. What are the requirements for the installation of a fence?: Maximum 6' in rear yard, 4' in front yard, 10' back from curb line.

16. For re-sale of a property, is an inspection required from the Twp?: No inspections required for re-sale of residential or commercial properties.