FAQs
Who do I send my real estate payment to? Who is the Perkiomen Township tax collector for the real estate tax And how can I contact that person?
Perkiomen Township Tax Collector – David Runyun
P.O. Box 26681, Collegeville, PA 19426
E-Mail Address – Perktcdrunyan@gmail.com
Phone # – 610-547-5532
Website: taxcollectordave.com
Who is the Perkiomen Township Collector for the Earned Income Tax and how do I contact them?
Berkheimer Associates – The contact numbers are 610-599-3138 or 1-866-701-7205
What is the tax rate for the earned income tax and how is it divided between the Township and the School District?
The Earned Income Tax Rate is 1.525%. Township is 0.625 and Perkiomen Valley School District is 0.900.
Do I need a tax certificate for the sale of my property? If yes, to whom do I request it from and is there a charge?
YES, You need to contact Perkiomen Township Tax Collector David Runyan for the tax certification and ask him what the charge would be.
When are the Real Estate Tax Bills sent out for Perkiomen Township and Montgomery County. When is the 2% discount period. When is the face period? When is the penalty period. This is for the real estate taxes for the above reference entities.
The Real Estate Tax Bills for Perkiomen Township and Montgomery County are sent out March 1st of each year. The 2% discount period is March & April; the face period is May & June; the penalty period is July – December.
What happens if my Real Estate Taxes as not paid by the end of the year?
The Perkiomen Township Tax Collector will file a lien with the Montgomery County Tax Claim Bureau by January 15 th of the next year.
When are the real estate tax bills sent out for the Perkiomen Valley School District?
The Real Estate Tax Bills for the Perkiomen Valley School District are sent on July 1 st .
What is the real estate tax based on?
The Real Estate Tax is based upon the Assessment of your property. The Assess value is set by Montgomery County Board of Assessment.
What is General Code and where can I find the link for this?
General Code is a codification of the Township’s Ordinances. A link to General Code can be
found on the homepage of the Township’s website, www.perkiomentownship.org
Does the Township have a noise ordinance and where can they find that information?
YES, the Township has a Noise Ordinance, and it can be found by going to General Code’s link located on the Township’s website.
Who should I call if I find a dead deer?
Contact the Pennsylvania Game Commission for the Southeast Region at 1-833-742-4868 – For dead deer located on a state road contact the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation – District 6 at 610-205-6700.
When is a Construction Permit required?
Residential Construction Permits are required for structural work performed within, on, or as
an addition to a dwelling or residential premises, including, but not limited to, additions, structural alterations, decks, porches, swimming pools, and demolition. If residential work does not require a construction permit, all work must still comply with the applicable Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes in effect at the time the work is performed.
Commercial Construction Permits are required for all regulated construction work, including, but not limited to, new buildings, additions, alterations, repairs, accessible routes and features, and fire protection systems. Construction documents shall be submitted for review, and permits shall be obtained for all applicable disciplines, including Building, Electrical, Mechanical/HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection.
When is a Zoning Permit required?
Zoning Permits are required for accessory structures, including, but not limited to, sheds, greenhouses, and detached garages. Zoning Permits are also required for the installation of fences, patios, and other impervious surfaces placed on a lot, including courts or similar improvements used for sports and recreational activities. In addition, Zoning Permits are required for signs, in-law quarters, home occupations, and no-impact home-based businesses.
Play Structures: Perkiomen Township does not regulate residential play structures, such as swing sets or treehouses.
Driveways: The construction of a new driveway or the expansion or alteration of an existing driveway requires a Highway Occupancy Permit. Before issuing such permit, the plan will be reviewed for zoning compliance.
Is a use in occupancy permit required, if so when is it required and who should I contact regarding this? If required, how long is this good for?
Use and Occupancy Permits: A Use and Occupancy Permit is required upon the transfer of ownership of any improved property in Perkiomen Township containing a building or dwelling. The property must be inspected and a Use and Occupancy Permit/Certificate issued in connection with the transfer.
Applications should be submitted to the Perkiomen Township Code Enforcement Department. The Code Enforcement Department will contact the applicant, or the designated contact listed on the application, within thirty (30) days of the scheduled settlement date to arrange for the required inspection.
Once a Use and Occupancy Permit/Certificate is issued, the transfer of ownership must occur within sixty (60) days of the date of issuance for the Permit/Certificate to remain valid. If the transfer occurs within this sixty (60)-day period, the Use and Occupancy Permit/Certificate remains valid for the duration of the current ownership. A new Use and Occupancy Permit/Certificate is required upon any subsequent transfer or sale of the property.
What are the hours that the Township Administration Building is open?
The Township Administration Building is open Monday through Friday – 8:30 am to 4:30 pm