Port Carbon, PA · Schuylkill County
Code Enforcement Appeal Form
Property owners and applicants use this form to explain an appeal of a Port Carbon Borough code enforcement action.
What this form is
This form lets an applicant state the reason for appealing a code enforcement action and identify the address of the violation. The application must be filed with the Borough Secretary within 20 days of the enforcement action and include the violation notice and correspondence with the Borough. A $500 non-refundable fee, payable by check or money order to the Borough of Port Carbon, is required.
Who needs it
An applicant appealing a Port Carbon Borough code enforcement action must complete this form and attach the violation notice and Borough correspondence.
How to submit it
File the application with the Borough Secretary within 20 days of the enforcement action. Include the $500 non-refundable fee by check or money order payable to the Borough of Port Carbon.
About notarization
This form is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and prints their name, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is stated.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Code Enforcement Appeal Form PDF.
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Complete The Application
Enter applicant and violation address details, and briefly state the reason for the appeal.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Attach a copy of the notice of violation and all correspondence between the property owner and the Borough.
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Submit To The Borough
File with the Borough Secretary within 20 days of the enforcement action and include the $500 fee by check or money order payable to the Borough of Port Carbon.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Code Enforcement Appeal Form do?
- It lets an applicant explain the reason for appealing a code enforcement action and identify the address of the violation.
- How do I submit the Code Enforcement Appeal Form?
- File it with the Borough Secretary within 20 days of the enforcement action. Attach the violation notice and Borough correspondence, and include the $500 fee by check or money order payable to the Borough of Port Carbon.
- Do I need a notary for the Code Enforcement Appeal Form?
- No. The applicant signs and prints their name; the form does not state that an attachment or related step must be notarized or sworn.
- What happens if my appeal is approved?
- The applicant will be informed in writing of the hearing date and time. The applicant or a representative designated in writing must appear in person, or the appeal will be dismissed.