Middle Department Inspection Agency was contracted to perform inspections and building code services for the Township. Schedule inspection The Building Code Official and Inspector, Patrick Duffy: 724-814-6502 Submit commercial plans To submit Commercial Plans online visit www.mdia.us
The Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance was adopted July 1995 to develop regulations and provide for the administration and enforcement thereof in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code; to insure that property boundaries are created correctly and to assist in guiding future growth and development of the Township. Contact the Zoning...
In August 2012, the Board of Supervisors enacted Ordinance No. 2012-02, Woodcock Township Floodplain Management Ordinance. The Ordinance was required pursuant to the provisions of the Pennsylvania Flood Plain Management Act, in order to establish regulations and requirements for construction, development and use of land within areas which are subject to flooding and to provide...
The Stormwater Management Ordinance was adopted April 12, 2011. The Ordinance adopted the regulations of the Pennsylvania Stormwater Management Act (Act 167 of 1978) and implemented the Crawford County Act 167 County-Wide Watersheds Stormwater Management Plan. Contact the Code Enforcement Officer to determine whether your project requires a permit. 814-763-3563 woodcocktwp@woodcocktownship.com
Zoning permits are required to be obtained before a building or structure is constructed, erected, moved, added to, or altered. No land shall be used, developed or occupied without zoning approval. Contact Zoning Officer Renee Hayes with any questions. (814) 763-3563 woodcocktwp@zoominternet.net
Earned Income Tax Berheimer & Associates is responsible for collection of earned income tax. Your employer remits directly to Berkheimer by withholding the 1% tax from your paycheck. Annually, you report to Berkheimer your earnings to coincide with what your employer submitted on your behalf. Contact Berkheimer
Septic Permits Mike Rinkevich is the Township's Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO) and can answer any septic questions you might have. Contact: (814) 873-4294 Sewer Permits Saegertown Area Sewer Authority is comprised of Saegertown Borough and Hayfield and Woodcock Townships. Contact: (814) 332-7404
Code Enforcement The Board of Supervisors have appointed a Code Enforcement Officer to be the person who administers and enforces the codes or ordinances of the township. Property maintenance and zoning violations are the most prevalent of any of the code violations in the township. These would include a dilapidated building or unsafe structure, excessive...
About The Woodcock Township Building Code Appeals Board meets when there is business to conduct. They review appeals from the PA Uniform Construction Codes at the request of contractors or property owners relating to building code restrictions and requirements.
About The Zoning Hearing Board is a quasi-judicial body that hears and renders decisions regarding specific types of land use actions. The Board functions like a court. The Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC) provides a specific set of rules that must be followed for applications submitted to the Zoning Hearing Board as does the Township's...
About The Planning Commission is an independent advisory body consisting of seven (7) township residents who are appointed by the Board of Supervisors, to ensure that the important issues of land use and future growth are balanced - by preserving property owner's rights while furthering the best interest of the public. The Planning Commission plays...
About There are a network of boards needed in order for the township to operate. Township residents volunteer their time to serve on these boards. Each board plays a different role based on the ordinances they are responsible for following and the carrying out of those objectives.
The Board of Supervisors are elected by the residents of the Township and serve 6-year staggered terms. In their elected capacity, they are responsible for the general governance of the Township and the execution of legislative, executive and administrative powers in order to ensure sound fiscal management and to secure the health, safety and welfare...
