Welcome to West Nottingham Township

Like many municipalities, West Nottingham Township has adopted a zoning ordinance and building code. This means that property owners need to obtain a zoning permit for all projects, and possibly a building permit. Why do you need to obtain permits before beginning a project? A zoning permit is necessary to make sure that what you want to do is permitted in the zoning district in which you live. It also allows the Zoning Officer to determine whether your project is going to require other permits such as a building permit and/or a stormwater permit. A building permit is necessary to ensure that your project is being constructed in accordance with the adopted building code, for the safety of you and your family, guests, and future owners. Additionally, some insurance companies will not cover work or damages caused by faulty work done without the proper permits and inspections. Permits improve safety by allowing the building code official (BCO) to identify potentially flawed construction or unsafe conditions that could possibly result in injury. By following building code guidelines, your project will meet minimum safety standards. The required building code inspections will act as checks and balances, resulting in a safe project you don’t have to worry about. If you fail to obtain the proper permits for a project, the township will be forced to take action. This may involve additional fees, demolition of the project, or court action. For more information, please contact the Zoning Officer at (610) 932-4072 ext. 302.

2024 marked the 6th year of the township's septic pump out ordinance. All properties in pump zone 3 should have pumped by December 31, 2024. If you are in pump zone #3 and have not pumped, you should do so immediately or face enforcement. The pump zone for your property can be found on your 2024 tax bill under the "Location" heading. Properties in pump zone 1 are due in 2025. It is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure that the township receives a copy of the pump out receipt. Receipts can be submitted by mail (P.O. Box 67, Nottingham, PA 19362), fax (610-932-6110), email (WNTSeptage@zoominternet.net), or drop them off at the municipal building. For more information, call 610-932-4072 ext. 300.

The Board of Supervisors will hold monthly meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month beginning at 7:00 p.m. Meeting dates for 2025 are as follows: Jan. 28, Feb. 11 and 25, Mar. 11 and 25, April 8 and 22, May 13 and 27, Jun. 10 and 24, Jul. 8 and 22, Aug. 12 and 26, Sep. 9 and 23, Oct. 14 and 28, Nov. 11 and 25, and Dec. 9 and 23.

The Planning Commission will meet at 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. Meeting dates for 2025 are Feb. 4, Mar. 4, Apr. 1, May 6, Jun. 3, Jul. 1, Aug. 5, Sep. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, and Dec. 2.

The Historical Commission will meet at 2:00 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. Meeting dates for 2025 are as follows: Feb. 20, Mar. 20, Apr. 17, May 15, Jun. 19, Sep. 18, Oct. 16, and Nov. 20. There are no meetings in July, August, and December.

The Board of Supervisors may use any of the above scheduled meetings to conduct and/or discuss any business that may be necessary prior to their regular monthly meetings.

All meetings will be held at the Municipal Building, 100 Park Road in Nottingham, PA. Additionally, the Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission meetings may be attended remotely via Zoom, an online conferencing application.

Information on joining these meetings remotely will be available on the township’s website, www.wnt-gov.org, and posted on the municipal building. If you have any questions, please contact the Secretary at 610-932-4072 ext. 300.