Oxford, PA · Chester County

No notary required

Zoning Permit – Shed, Fence, Patio, Deck, Walkway

Oxford property owners use this zoning permit application to describe a proposed shed, fence, patio, deck, walkway, or other listed improvement.

What this form is

This application requests property and owner information, project details, dimensions, impervious surface area, cost, and contractor details for listed improvements. It also requires a site plan showing property lines, existing and proposed improvements, setbacks, and other features. A storm water management application is required if the project exceeds 1,000 square feet; after work is complete, the applicant must call the Codes Department to schedule a final inspection.

Who needs it

Oxford property owners proposing a listed accessory structure or improvement, such as a shed, fence, patio, deck, walkway, or parking area, use this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Oxford zoning permit application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Enter property, owner, project, dimensions, impervious surface, cost, and contractor information, then sign and date.

  3. 3

    Prepare The Site Plan

    Include one copy of a site plan with the property lines, existing and proposed improvements, setbacks, and required dimensions.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Borough

    Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Oxford zoning permit application?
No. The application has an owner or applicant signature and date line, but no notary block; the signer just signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Oxford zoning permit application?
The form lists the Borough of Oxford address and Codes Office contact details. Check the city website for current submission instructions.
What should I include with the application?
Include one copy of a site plan showing property lines, setbacks, existing buildings and impervious surfaces, and the proposed structure or improvement, with dimensions to property lines.
When is a storm water management application required?
The form says a storm water management application is required if the project is over 1,000 square feet.

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This Zoning Permit – Shed, Fence, Patio, Deck, Walkway doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Oxford form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.