Permits are required for most construction or alterations that affect structure, safety systems, utilities, or egress. This includes adding walls, changing structural elements, moving utilities (water, gas, electrical, plumbing), and other significant work.

To schedule an inspection, submit a request through the permit portal or contact the Township permit office by phone or email: permits@kennett.pa.us or call 610-388-1300.

It depends!

Fences exceeding 4 feet in height in the front yard or exceeding 6 feet in height in the side and rear yards require a fence permit.

Gates across a driveway require a fence permit.

Retaining walls under 4 feet in height requires a zoning permit. When a retaining wall exceeds 4 feet in height, a building permit and zoning permit are required.

No, if you are only replacing the roof without making structural changes.

No — as long as the windows are the same size and there are no structural changes.

Yes. Basement finishing work is subject to permitting because it often involves electrical, plumbing, and safety systems..

Yes. A zoning permit and other approvals may be required — contact the zoning office for guidance.

Typically, two copies of plans are required for most permits.

Call PA One Call (811) to have utility lines marked before excavation.

Yes. Common work that typically does not require a permit includes interior/exterior painting, flooring, cabinets/counters, non-structural siding replacement, and certain minor electrical or HVAC work. 

Only if the work involves moving or modifying electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, or structural elements.

Yes — a demolition permit is required.