I am installing a new driveway; what are the specifications that I must follow?
  • When installing a new driveway, the minimum requirement for the thickness of the concrete is 4 inches. However, it is recommended that the concrete be poured to a 6-inch thickness so it is compatible with the 6" thickness requirement of a sidewalk.
  • The township standard for a blacktop driveway is 2 inches of compacted top over 4 inches of stone or 4 inches of recycled concrete. An inspection of the stone must be done before the top is rolled to reveal any deficiencies.
  • Materials that are permitted to be used for a driveway are Concrete, Blacktop, or Brick Pavers/Belgium Block. It must be dust-free.  Stone or gravel driveways are not permitted.
  • In front of the driveway, you must have a 6 inches thick concrete sidewalk and apron.
  • Driveway overlay must be tack coated and keyed (12 inches minimum) at both limits.
  • A driveway cannot be more than 20 feet wide.
  • Any widening of your driveway requires a plot plan with your application. The driveway must be 5 feet from the property line. However, if the driveway already exists and is less than 5 ft from the property line, it is grandfathered. Any widening of your driveway less than 5 ft from the property line requires an administrative waiver from the Land Use Office in addition to a plot plan.
  • Permits are good for one year from date of issue.

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1. Do I need a permit to replace my driveway, sidewalk or curb and if so what is the fee?
2. Do I need a permit to seal my driveway?
3. Do I need two separate permits for a shared driveway?
4. How long after getting a driveway / apron / sidewalk / curb permit, must the work start?
5. I am installing a new driveway; what are the specifications that I must follow?
6. What are the specifications and PSI (pounds per square inches) for a sidewalk?
7. Who is responsible for maintaining the curb and sidewalk?
8. Do I need to schedule an inspection of my sidewalk / driveway after the concrete is poured?
9. How do I schedule a driveway, sidewalk, curb, or apron inspection before the concrete is poured for the forms?