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 Building & Planning Department Office.  Incomplete forms will delay processing.  

FEE SCHEDULE
• Resolution 2022-74 Fee Schedule Various Permits, Inspections & Fees – 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 (Keystone Collection 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.

• Impervious Surface Sheet - calulation sheet for maximum impervious surface and maximum building coverage.

• Curb, Apron, & Sidewalk Specifications – includes the Township ordinance regarding concrete work and construction examples.
 

• Residential Insulation Requirements – requirements for insulation as set by the 2018 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 and Application – 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 - Also see Sign Permit Application Procedures
• 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
• Residential Change of Occupancy Permit Application  – includes application and sample “Hold Harmless” letter.
• 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 (Keystone Collection form) – required by all who reside and/or work in Bristol Township.

• Rental Inspection Application And Requirements

• Multiple Family Dwelling Use & Occupancy Application

FIRE PREVENTION PERMITS - Sprinkler, Alarm, Chimney, etc…
• Sprinkler Application
• 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
• Chimney Check List

• Special Event Permit Application

SUBDIVISION / LAND DEVELOPMENT

• Conditional Use Application
• Application Permit to Alter Land

• Subdivision and Land Development Petition Procedures
• Zoning Determination Application
• Zoning Change Procedure
• Procedures for Zoning Appeals
• Street Vacation Procedure
• Road Opening Permit

Road Specifications & Design Standards

 
VEHICLE TOWING INFORMATION – regarding disabled vehicles on residential properties.

RESIDENTIAL PERMIT PARKING APPLICATION

ZONING MAP

Bristol Township Zoning Map

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

Comprehensive Plan 2008

Land Use Map