Zoning Ordinance
In May of 1993, Strasburg Borough enacted a new Zoning Ordinance. The current Zoning Ordinance includes amendments codified through September 2020. The Zoning Officer issues permits related to the Zoning Ordinance. A five-member Zoning Hearing Board decides cases concerning variances and special exceptions.
Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance
The Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance was enacted in 1995 and includes amendments codified through January 2011. The Borough utilizes a five-member Planning Commission whose function is to review all subdivision and land development plan submittals.
Storm Water Management Ordinance
The Strasburg Borough Stormwater Management Ordinance was adopted June 22, 2004. The intent of the Ordinance is to protect persons and property from the detrimental effects of stormwater runoff through the establishment of standard concerning the design, approval, and maintenance of related stormwater management facilities and activities.
Permits
If you are planning any project, you should contact the Zoning Officer to see if a zoning permit is required. Applications for permits must be made on forms available at the Borough Office or by downloading them from our Applications page. Each application must be accompanied by a plot plan with construction specifications, if applicable.
Zoning Permits
Zoning Permits are required by the Borough for, but not limited to, the following: new construction, additions, alterations, in-ground and above-ground pools, storage sheds, decks and fences. In addition to Zoning Permits, the Statewide Building Code went into effect as of July 1, 2004, and Building Permits are also required.
The Borough Zoning Officer is Barry Wagner. If you have questions for the Zoning Officer, he may be reached by e-mail at brwconsultants@outlook.com
Note: Permits must be submitted to the Strasburg Borough Office, not the Zoning Officer. You may submit permits to the Strasburg Borough Office in-person or by mail. For electronic submissions, call the office and an e-mail address will be provided.
Building Permits
Building permit submittal involves structural details including depth of footings, design of foundations, wall, floor and roof construction details, electrical and plumbing components, insulation and exterior and interior sheathing. The issuance of a building permit necessitates subsequent field inspections to verify compliance with the approved plans. Field inspections will be coordinated through the building inspector. A certificate of compliance will be issued by the Borough once all final inspections have been completed.
Building Permits are required for, but not limited to, the following: new construction, additions, alterations, in-ground and above-ground pools, window/door replacement, decks (more than 30″ above grade), water heater replacement and anything electrical or plumbing related, just to name a few.
The Borough Building Inspector is Pete Kingsley Jr. If you have questions for the Building Inspector, he may be reached by phone at 717-278-0964 or by e-mail at petek@commonwealthcode.com.
Note: Permits must be submitted to the Strasburg Borough Office, not the Zoning Officer. You may submit permits to the Strasburg Borough Office in-person or by mail. For electronic submissions, call the office and an e-mail address will be provided.
Historic District
Historic District Permits are required for any improvement to a home within the Historic District that is visible from the street. You may call the Borough Office at 717-687-7732 for more information regarding Historic District Permits.
To learn more about the Borough’s Historic District and the Historical Architectural Review Board, please stop by the Borough office or download a copy of the HISTORIC DISTRICT BROCHURE.