Bristol Township Permits and Forms

The following is a list and brief explanation of the different types of permits that must be obtained from the Township in order to do particular types of work.  Click on a heading to view and download forms and applications.  All permits must be posted at the construction site in a conspicuous area.  Please complete all requested information on forms and applications and return to the Licenses & Inspections Office.  Incomplete forms will delay processing. 

BRISTOL TOWNSHIP WELCOME PACKET INFORMATION - miscellaneous information relevant to new residents.

FEE SCHEDULE
• Building Permit Fee Schedule – listing of all fees charged by the Township for permits.

CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION
• Application for Contractors Registration – all contractors doing work in the Township must be registered.  Registrations are renewed annually (Jan. – Dec.)
• Municipal and School Income Tax Registration Form (Berkheimer form) – required by all who reside and/or work in Bristol Township.

BUILDING DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
• Residential Building Permit Checklist – information and forms necessary for submission of permit applications.  Packet includes Zoning Determination Application and Impervious Surface Calculation among others.
• Commercial Building Permit Checklist– information and forms necessary for submission of permit applications.  Packet includes Zoning Determination Application and Impervious Surface Calculation among others.
• New Single Family Dwelling Procedure - information and forms necessary to apply for permits to build new homes.
• Sample Plot Plan – example of information needed when submitting a plot plan for a building application.
• Curb, Apron, & Sidewalk Specifications – includes the Township ordinance regarding concrete work and construction examples.
• Residential Insulation Requirements – requirements for insulation as set by the 2006 Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code.
• Egress Definitions – how to determine if window size meets egress requirements.
• Swimming Pool Information – information required by the Township and also the Lower Bucks County Joint Municipal Authority.
• Shed Requirements – information for shed installation.
• Residential Deck Guidelines - information that may be helpful when submitting a permit application for a deck.
• Handicap Ramps and Handrail Requirements - code requirements for handicap ramps and handrails.
• Sign Permit Application Procedures – Also see Sign Permit Application.
• Manufactured Home Requirements – provisions required by the Pennsylvania Manufactured Housing Improvement Act. – Also part  of New Single Family Dwelling Procedure.

BUILDING DEPARTMENT APPLICATIONS
• Building Application
• Electrical Application
• Plumbing Application
• HVAC (Mechanical) Application
• Demolition Application
• Sign Permit Application
• Fence Application & Requirements
• Sprinkler Application
• Tank Permit Application – required when removing and/or replacing fuel tanks, excluding propane tanks.

RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL USE & OCCUPANCY AND RENTAL FORMS
• Requirements for Residential Home Resale (U&O) – includes application and sample “Hold Harmless” letter and Chimney Sweep Checklist.
• Use & Occupancy Application – New Single Family Dwelling – required when a new home is constructed.
• Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO)
• Application for House Number
• Resale of Commercial Property Form
• Commercial Use & Occupancy Application – fire inspections are not required when tenants remain the same. Sign permit may be required.
• Municipal and School Income Tax Registration Form (Berkheimer form) – required by all who reside and/or work in Bristol Township.
• Rental Property Inspection Requirements
• Rental License Application
• Berkheimer (Tax) Form for Renters

FIRE PREVENTION PERMITS - Sprinkler, Alarm, Chimney, etc…
• Business Establishment Information Form
• Fire Permit Application
• Chimney Reline Permit Application – required for construction of chimney.
• Fire Alarm Installation Application – provides information and forms necessary to apply for a fire alarm permit.
• Special Suppression System Application

SUBDIVISION / LAND DEVELOPMENT
• Application Permit to Alter Land 
• Land Development Petition Procedures
• Subdivision Petition Information
• Zoning Determination Application
• Zoning Change Procedure
• Procedures for Zoning Appeals
• Street Vacation Procedure
• Road Opening Permit
 
VEHICLE TOWING INFORMATION – regarding disabled vehicles on residential properties.