Catasauqua, PA · Lehigh County
Use & Occupancy Application
Property owners, occupants, or other applicants use this application to request approval for a proposed new, changed, temporary, or accessory property use.
What this form is
This application requests Borough approval before a property, building, or space can be occupied. It asks for property and responsible-party details, proposed and previous uses, occupancy plans, operating information, and planned renovations. Include a plan of the proposed area; if renovations or additions are planned, the form says to also apply for a Building Permit, and site work requires a Grading Permit.
Who needs it
Property owners, occupants, or other applicants planning a new, changed, temporary, or accessory use must apply before occupying the property, building, or space.
How to submit it
Submit the application with the required plan and attachments, and include payment in cash or by check payable to Borough of Catasauqua. The form lists Borough of Catasauqua, 90 Bridge St., Catasauqua, PA 18032.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; both the occupant and property owner sign and date it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Use & Occupancy Application PDF.
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Complete the Application
Provide property, responsible-party, proposed-use, occupancy, and renovation information.
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Gather the Plan and Attachments
Include a plan of the proposed area and any attachments made part of the application.
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Sign and Pay
Have both the occupant and property owner sign and date the application; include cash or check payable to Borough of Catasauqua.
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Submit to the Borough
Submit the application and materials to Borough of Catasauqua, 90 Bridge St., Catasauqua, PA 18032.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Catasauqua Use & Occupancy Application for?
- It requests Borough approval for a proposed use or occupancy of a property, building, or space. Approval is required before occupancy.
- Who must sign the application?
- The form requires signatures and dates from both the occupant and the property owner.
- Do I need a notary for the Use & Occupancy Application?
- No. This application has no notary block; both the occupant and property owner sign and date it. The form identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Use & Occupancy Application?
- Submit the application with the plan of the proposed area and attachments, and include payment in cash or by check payable to Borough of Catasauqua. The form lists 90 Bridge St., Catasauqua, PA 18032.