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Community and Governmental Affairs

Community and Governmental Affairs, Committee of Borough Council, Doylestown, PA

Resolutions & Proclamations

Resolutions & Proclamations by the Borough of Doylestown.

Elnora 'Noni' West

Elnora 'Noni' West, Ward 1, Borough Council

Jack O'Brien, Council President

Jack O'Brien, Council President, Ward 2, Borough Council

Connor O'Hanlon

Connor O'Hanlon, Ward 3, Borough Council

Ben Bell

Ben Bell, Ward 1, Borough Council

Borough Bulletin

Doylestown Borough’s Award Winning Newsletter

Flood Plain Map

On March 16, 2015, FEMA adopted new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) for Bucks County. These maps are used to delineate areas prone to flooding. In addition to being used for building and construction requirements, FIRMs are used by mortgage companies to determine whether or not flood insurance is required. Prior to March 16, 2015, the FEMA FIRMs in effect were adopted in 1999.

Resident Requests

Let us help you with common resident requests.

Recycling Rules

The Borough of Doylestown requires commercial establishments including offices, and multifamily residences to provide recycling separate from trash.

Opening a Business

Doylestown Borough has several ordinances that impact opening or relocating a business in town. This guide is designed to help you navigate the process. You will need to view a copy of the Doylestown Borough Code of Ordinances. It is available on line or in our offices. We recommend you check zoning information before signing a lease.

2019 Preliminary Budget Approved

2019 Preliminary Budget Approved November 19, 2018

Sidewalk Dining

Information about sidewalk dining rules.

Noise

Noise is the most common complaint the Borough gets about restaurants and bars. Specifically, issues often arise surrounding three issues.

Restaurant Rules

Doylestown enjoys an abundance of restaurants. For the convenience of proprietors we have prepared this list of the most common questions we get with regard to restaurant operation. For questions about an individual situation please call us.

Restaurants / Bars

Doylestown enjoys an abundance of restaurants. For the convenience of proprietors we have included pages covering the most common questions we get with regard to restaurant operation. For questions about an individual situation please call us.

Licenses / Renewals

There are several licenses that Doylestown Borough issues annually.

Permanent Signs

The provisions of the Borough of Doylestown Code of Ordinance, PAUCC, and the ICC Property Maintenance Code, shall control the design and installation of signs.

Temporary & A-Frame Signs

Permits are required for temporary signs such as those announcing a grand opening or a special event. Temporary signs shall not exceed 12 square feet in area.

Signs

Before installing or posting a temporary or permanent sign, businesses must obtain a sign permit. The primary function of regulating signage to promote the general welfare and public interests of the community, including consideration of public safety, consistency with the comprehensive plan, aesthetic compatibility, and economic vitality.

ParkMobile

Historical and Architectural Review Board

Historical and Architectural Review Board, Boards & Commissions, Borough of Doylestown, PA

Boards & Commissions

​Doylestown Borough has a number of boards and commissions that act to advise our local government. They are established by Code of Ordinance, and members are appointed and reappointed by Borough Council.

Historic District

The Borough has an appointed Historic and Architectural Review Board (HARB) in accordance with the State Act which enables the designation of Historic Districts in Pennsylvania.

Home Businesses

Police Reports

Police reports and accident reports can be requested from the police department Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. There is a $15 fee per report, which can be paid using cash, check, or a major credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover).

Documents/Forms

Need a document or form but don't know where to look? The easiest way to find it is to use the search function in the upper right corner of the site.

Business Requests

Building Permit Inspections

​It is the responsibility of the owner, applicant, and his/her construction representative to ensure that inspections are scheduled and completed. Any work that requires an inspection shall not be concealed without approval of the Building Inspector.

Parks

The Borough of Doylestown owns and maintains eleven municipal parks, totaling over 80 acres. Parks are open every day from dawn till dusk.