Permits & licensing in Pennsylvania local government
What Pennsylvania city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about permits & licensing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
320 Pennsylvania meetings since 2024 covered permits & licensing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Pennsylvania with the most permits & licensing activity
- Media, PA (28)
- Allentown, PA (24)
- Sewickley, PA (22)
- West Chester, PA (21)
- Gettysburg, PA (17)
- Hanover, PA (16)
- Philadelphia, PA (15)
- Radnor, PA (14)
- Easton, PA (14)
- Pittsburgh, PA (12)
- Palmyra, PA (10)
- Ephrata, PA (9)
Latest matching meetings
Parking committee to vote on garage leases, elevator contract, and parking rule changes
The West Chester Parking Committee will meet to review reports, approve minutes, and vote on several items including a lease update for the Chestnut Street Garage, handicapped parking updates, an elevator maintenance contract, and an amendment to the residential parking permit program. The meeting also includes…
Shade Tree Commission to review tree work applications and programs
The Sewickley Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear the borough arborist's report on tree removal, planting, and maintenance programs, and review five applications for tree work at specific addresses. The agenda also includes responses to previous applicants and new business items.
Public hearing on liquor license transfer to Silver Ashes Hospitality Group
The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing regarding a liquor license transfer. The body is considering a request to move License No. R-6114 to a location in Pittsburgh.
Borough of Palmyra releases 2026 Rental Property Application
The provided document is a rental property application form rather than a meeting agenda. It outlines the requirements, fees, and duties for owners seeking a residential rental license in the Borough of Palmyra.
Historic board reviews six property alteration requests
The Historical & Architectural Review Board will hold its regular meeting to review six property alteration requests, including paint, windows, doors, siding, porch, roof, and sign changes. The board will also approve minutes from the July 28 meeting. No other substantive actions are listed.
Commission reviews five new grading permits and updates on riparian projects
The Radnor Township Shade Tree Commission will review five new grading permit applications, including one involving the removal of three trees at 317 Devon Ave. The meeting includes status updates on the Williams Riparian Project, the Warren Filipone Memorial Park Riparian Maintenance Project, and the Commemorative…
Council to weigh permit fee waiver, storage, and zoning changes
The Development Activities Committee will consider several action items, including a request to waive building permit fees, storage space for a police foundation, use of a borough property by Scouting America, and agreements for a subdivision at 237 East Fulton Street. They will also discuss draft ordinances on…
Council to vote on joining regional police department
The Oxford Borough Council is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to join the Southern Chester County Regional Police Department, subject to similar approvals by neighboring townships. The council will also vote on a payroll services contract, a special event permit for a Halloween parade, and a…
Council to decide on liquor license transfer and Herbst House demolition
The Sewickley Borough Council will hold a public hearing and vote on transferring a liquor license to Sewickley Hospitality Group at 424 Walnut Street. They will also consider a motion to deny demolition of the Herbst House at 200 Walnut Street, based on findings that the structure is salvageable and no economic…
Parking Committee to vote on Hotel Indigo lease, fee changes, and special event policy
The Parking Committee will vote on several items including a lease for Hotel Indigo requiring 55 spaces at Chestnut Street Garage, an updated fee schedule for New Street Lot allowing monthly permits at $95, and changes to the Special Event Parking Policy. They will also discuss excluding 222 N Walnut Street from the…
Historic Commission to review new door and deck at 133 N Main
The Manheim Borough Historic Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 2026 and review a request by Phil Fiore for 133 N Main to replace two windows with French doors and potentially add a deck on the north side of the building. The request is classified as Type II, 3. No other business is…
Historic Review Commission to review additions and design revisions
The Historic Review Commission will meet to discuss two specific property requests. The body will also hold discussions regarding Design Guidelines and the HRC Ordinance.
Shade Tree Commission to vote on tree removals and pruning permits
The Hanover Borough Shade Tree Commission will hold public hearings for proposed tree removals in public rights-of-way. The commission will also review 11 new permit applications for planting, pruning, or removing trees on various residential streets.
Council to vote on $4M bridge project increase and $1M public safety grant
Pittsburgh City Council will take final action on several finance and infrastructure items, including a $250,837 increase for the Charles Anderson Bridge project and a $1M grant to hire a public safety recruitment head. The meeting will also consider property sales, liquor license transfers, and adjustments to capital…
Committee to hold public hearing on liquor license transfer for Silver Ashes Hospitality Group
The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing to decide on a request to transfer a liquor license from McCrossins Landing Pub LLC in Monongahela to Silver Ashes Hospitality Group LLC in Pittsburgh. The transfer is pursuant to the Pennsylvania Liquor Code.
Radnor traffic committee to review crosswalk, speed hump, and parking requests
The Radnor Township Staff Traffic Committee will hear new traffic-related requests from residents, including a crosswalk light and speed humps on Chamounix Road, parking and curb concerns on West Wayne Avenue, a 5K permit, and several other traffic and parking issues. The committee will also review pending items from…
Planning Commission seeks conditional approval for Vato Solar project in Springfield Township
The Bradford County Planning Commission will consider several subdivision modification requests and new development applications. It will review and vote on conditional or preliminary approvals for multiple solar energy projects, including the Vato Solar facility at 5162 Springfield Rd. The commission will also…
Liquor Authority to consider QuikTrip alcohol license application
The Erie Liquor License Authority will review a new application for a fermented malt beverage and wine license for QuikTrip Corporation at 1425 Highland Dr. The meeting will also include the approval of the May 1, 2026, meeting minutes.
Historic board reviews property renovations, demolitions, and a proposed bus transit center
The Gettysburg Historic Architectural Review Board will review applications for exterior changes to historic properties, including roof replacements, siding updates, demolitions, and new structures. The board conducts design review only; any approved projects require final approval by Borough Council. This process…
Stormwater Authority to weigh school district request, gasification update
The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority will discuss a request from the Hanover Public School District involving a court case, engage with the University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center on a One Water Approach, receive an update on Earthcare Solutions' gasification project (solid waste and air quality…
Board to vote on switching nonresidential sewer billing to flat-rate system
The West Whiteland Township Board of Supervisors will consider adopting an ordinance that changes how nonresidential sewer bills are calculated, moving from a consumption-based (metered water) system to a flat-rate, classification-based system. The board will also vote on a resolution to set the new sewer fees for…
Data center zoning amendment heads to public hearing July 15
The Smart Growth Committee will note a July 15 public hearing on a zoning amendment to allow data centers and data center campuses as conditional uses in the Industrial District. The committee also continues discussing large party permits on private property and considers restrictions on gas-powered leaf blowers.
Council to conditionally approve alcohol sales at Concerts by the Creek event
The borough council will consider a conditional approval for Cartel Brewing & Blending to sell alcohol at the July 7, 2026 Concerts by the Creek event in Grater Park, pending a PLCB special occasion permit and insurance. The council will also vote on an agreement with Crossing Guard Services, LLC to outsource crossing…
Radnor HARB to review five Wayne renovation applications
The Radnor Historical & Architectural Review Board will review five applications for renovations and additions to properties in Wayne, Pennsylvania. The board will also approve minutes from its June 3, 2026 meeting. All items are for discussion and potential action.
Easton City Council to consider development and lease agreements
City Council will hold public hearings regarding a liquor license and CDBG. The body is deciding on several property agreements, including the Lynden Project and the Timothy House, as well as updates to city fees and parking restrictions.
Committee to discuss weekly trash pickup, film permit, garden, parking
The Properties and Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a potential switch to once-a-week trash pickup, a film permit request, community garden design, and planning for a parking garage. All items are under discussion; no decisions have been made.
Council considers Northside tax exemptions and new amusement device taxes
The Council will consider two major code amendments. One proposes real estate tax exemptions to encourage construction or adaptive reuse on the Northside, while the other establishes a new tax and licensing chapter for mechanical amusement devices.
City Council to authorize lease and development agreements
The Easton City Council will consider resolutions authorizing lease agreements with the Housing Authority of Easton and the Rock Church, approving a community block grant agreement with Northampton County, and authorizing development projects at 101 S. Third St. and Eddyside Pool.
New tax and licensing rules for mechanical amusement devices
The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding an ordinance to create a new chapter in the city code. This proposal would establish specific licensing requirements and a tax for mechanical amusement businesses.
Council to adopt 2035 Comprehensive Plan, consider parking changes
Council will vote on adopting the 2035 Comprehensive Plan, a long-range land-use guide. They will also consider amending the parking ordinance to add the 100 block of N. Lemon Street to the Residential Street Parking Program, approve a $2,500 contract for State Street curbside strategies, and ratify mass gathering…
Upper Darby Council to hear stormwater permit update, honor Girl Scout
The Upper Darby Township Council is meeting to conduct routine business, including approving the June 3, 2026 meeting minutes. The agenda includes a recognition of Korpo Kpadehyea for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award and an update from the Chief Administrative Officer on the Township's MS4 stormwater permit progress…
HARB to review critical projects on E. High and Baltimore streets
The Historic Architectural Review Board will consider two critical projects: a patio, masonry fireplace, and balcony columns at 26 E. High Street, and a carriage house facade reconstruction at 312 Baltimore Street. The consent agenda includes fencing installations at 222 Buford Avenue and 54 E. Middle Street. Staff…
Council to vote on Mount Washington rezoning to Residential-Mixed Use
The City Council will vote on a rezoning of 13 parcels in Mount Washington from Grandview Public Realm to Residential-Mixed Use, requiring a planning commission report. They will also decide on a $1 million agreement for the Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program, approve legal settlements totaling over…
Planning Commission to consider 17,500 SF grocery store on Brandywine Avenue
The Downingtown Borough Planning Commission will review a land development amendment for a 17,500-square-foot grocery store and parking lot reconfiguration on Brandywine Avenue. They will also consider a use variance for a memorial business at 700 E. Lancaster Avenue and discuss multiple zoning ordinance amendments…
Data Center Ordinance public hearing set for July 15
The Smart Growth Committee will discuss permitting requirements for large parties on private property, consider approving several HARB Certificate of Appropriateness applications for historic properties, and discuss supporting a grant for the West Chester Art District. The committee also announces a continued WCU…
Committee to vote on parking ordinance changes, discusses permit program
The Parking Committee will consider directing the solicitor to prepare amendments to Chapter 104 (Vehicles and Traffic) addressing timed parking and loading zones. A related public hearing is scheduled for June 17. The committee will also discuss the residential parking permit program, including weekend enforcement…
Council to consider 2035 Comprehensive Plan, café dining, signage
Media Borough Council will vote on adopting the 2035 Comprehensive Plan and consider amendments to the Seasonal Outdoor Café Dining Ordinance and perpendicular signage rules in the State Street District. The council will also review mass gathering permit applications for Juneteenth and Vacation Bible School events…
HARB reviews three home alteration applications in Radnor
The Radnor Historical & Architectural Review Board is meeting to review three applications for changes to homes in the township, including adding dormers, enclosing a porch, and renovating a home with a new garage. The board will also approve minutes from its May 6 meeting. No other substantive actions are on the…
Council to vote on eminent domain for West Chester Pike property
The Upper Darby Township Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance, including adopting a Safe Streets for All action plan, waiving licensing fees for special events, authorizing a cooperative purchasing agreement for fire vehicles, and holding a public hearing on acquiring a property at 7241…
Council to consider land development for Haymaker Park and Franklin Regional Sr. High School
The Council of the Municipality of Murrysville will hold a public hearing regarding a liquor license transfer. The body will also vote on land development plans and a request for proposals for waste services.