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Southampton Connection

Building & Zoning/Licensing and Inspections

This department is responsible for receiving and processing permit applications and collecting fees related to all building and zoning within the Township.

For your convenience the following forms and applications are available here. Click the form you need and good luck with your project. If the form you need has this symbol: Adobe Acrobat file, you will need the FREE Adobe Acrobat Reader. Print the form, fill it out, and return it to the Department of License and Inspection.

Plumbers need two permit files, so don't forget part two. Applicants for Contruction Permits and Building Permits need to file a Workers Compensation Insurance Form which is also available below.

Adobe Acrobat fileZoning Appeal / Application Form Adobe Acrobat fileZoning Application for Sign Permit Adobe Acrobat fileReal Estate Certification
Adobe Acrobat filePlan Examination and Building Permit Adobe Acrobat fileConstruction Permit: Roofing and Siding Adobe Acrobat fileH.A.R.V. Permit
Adobe Acrobat filePlumbing Permit Adobe Acrobat filePart 2 Plumbing Permit Adobe Acrobat fileContractor's License
Adobe Acrobat fileElectrical Permit Adobe Acrobat fileWorkers Compensation Insurance Complaints

Zoning & Construction Permits

A permit must be issued by the Township before work is begun on the following:

  • All new structures or buildings, including residential and commercial buildings, sheds, garages, swimming pools, fences and retaining walls.
  • Additions or alterations to existing structures or buildings (re-roofing, siding, etc.)
  • All electrical, plumbing, heating or air conditioning work.


Tree Trimming

Property owners are reminded that it is their responsibility to control the growth of tree limbs and shrubbery over public roads and sidewalks. Township regulations require that all trees and shrubbery be trimmed so that a minimum unobstructed clearance of nine (9) feet is maintained over sidewalks and eleven (11) feet is maintained over public roads.

Failure to comply will not only result in the imposition of fines and penalties, but will also result in dangerous conditions which affect the safety of pedestrians, bicycle riders and vehicle operators.


To help you succeed with your project, you may contact any of the following people at 215-322-9700 or 215-355-0677 to answer your questions.

Chief Zoning Officer, Joseph W. Golden
LI Director & Fire Marshal, Mark Showmaker
Code Enforcement Officer, Ken Kline
Secretary, Betty Haupt

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