Municipal Information

Montgomery County - West Conshohocken Borough

General Information

Type of Government
Borough

Home Rule:
No

Hours of Operation:
8 AM - 4:30 PM, M-F

Address:
112 Ford Street
West Conshohocken, PA 19428

Contact Information
Website https://westconsho.com/
Phone (610) 828-9747
Fax (610) 940-5847

Residential Resale Inspection Information

Point of Sale Inspection Required: Yes
Inspection Fee: $75

Exterior
Sidewalks and curbs - Sidewalks may not pose a safety hazard for the public and curbs must be in good condition and not adversely affect the direction of storm water to storm inlets.
Handrails - Are required on at least one side where the stairs contain 4 or more risers. Heights shall be no more than 38" and no less than 34". All handrails must be securely fastened. Commercial uses require handrails on both sides of stairways.
Rubbish - The property must be maintained in a neat, sanitary and safe condition. This means no discarded materials (including unlicensed and/or unregistered vehicles) lying around, no standing water, etc.
House numbers  - The street number must be posted in minimum 4 inch numbers and visible from the street.
High grass and weeds - Grass, weeds and foliage shall be cut to a height of not more than 6". Wild flowers and planted landscape materials are exempt from this requirement.
Exterior stairs All stairs and platforms (landings, decks, etc.) more than 30" above another surface must be protected with guards which will not permit the passage of a sphere more than 4" in diameter. Railing heights for residential structures shall be not less than 36" above the floor or grade for platforms and not less than 34" above the treads on stairs. Guards for commercial uses shall be not less than 42" above grade. All guards must be capable of supporting a sudden impact from a slip or fall.
Other
  • The exterior of the structure must be in good condition, structurally sound and watertight (walls, roofs, porches, decks, etc.). The grade must slope away from the building.
  • Any carports with more than 2 sides shall comply with attached garage requirements listed below.
  • Chimney - Structurally sound, no missing bricks or opening in mortar joints of masonry. Mechanical chimney free from rust and capped, safe and in operating order. Chimney inspection by a licensed chimney inspector.

Interior
Smoke alarm - At least one smoke detector shall be located on each floor (including basement), within each bedroom and directly adjacent to the bedrooms. Detectors should be 120 volt with battery back-up and interconnected so all sound if one activates. If 120 volt detectors were not installed during construction, battery operated detectors may be utilized.
Handrails - Are required on at least one side where the stairs contain 4 or more risers. Heights shall be no more than 38" and no less than 34". All handrails must be securely fastened. Commercial uses require handrails on both sides of stairways.
Ceilings  
Carbon monoxide detectors - A hard-wired carbon monoxide (CO) detector must be located not closer than 15" to a source of combustion (heater, water heater, wood stove, etc.)
Heating systems  
GFCIs - Shall be located on all kitchen counters, bathrooms, laundries and any source of water within 6'. In lieu of GFCI for a clothes washer connection, a single plug outlet may be used.
Exit Doors  - All egress (exit) doors shall be openable without the use of keys. No double-cylinder locks.
Walls - Walls, ceilings and floors shall be free of holes, water damage and mold.
Flooring  
Other Enclosed accessible space under stairs shall be protected by 1/2" drywall. This includes all areas-walls and underside of stairs.
Other Any attached garage shall be completely separated from the residence by at least 1/2" drywall on the garage side. If there is any habitable space above the garage, that area must be completely covered from the garage by 5/8" Type X drywall. Any doors leading from the house into the garage must be 1 3/8" solid core wood or steel or 20-minute rated fire doors.
Other No screen doors or doors with windows may be in the opening separating the house and garage.
Other Electrical panels shall have a clear space of 36" in front of panel. All wiring shall be in good condition and panel shall not have any openings where wires, breakers or fuses have been removed. 100 amp electrical service required by Borough ordinance.
Other All junction boxes, switches and receptacles shall have covers.
Other Extension cords shall not be substituted for permanent wiring, placed under rugs or furniture, or run inside walls.
Other Clothes dryers must be vented to the exterior of the residence and have no sharp bends or crimps in the discharge vent duct.
Other All water heaters and boilers shall be equipped with temperature/pressure relief valves including a pipe to direct any discharge from these valves to a point no less than 6" from the floor.
Other Written proof or certification that the heating unit for the building, structure or dwelling unit is in good and safe operating condition from a heating inspector.
Other Written proof or certification that the chimney is in good and safe operating condition.

Other:

  • Inspection requests must be submitted 14 days before settlement.
  • Property must meet current property and maintenance code adopted by the Borough.
  • NOTE - Earned income tax forms completed by buyers/renters before issuance of U&O.
  • Contact borough for the most up to date heating and chimney certification requirements.
  • List is not all inclusive.

Certificates Required:

  • Chimney
  • Heater

Additional Information:

Residential Resale Form:
Download Form

Residential Resale Comments:

Follow Download Form for link to permit forms

Rental Property Inspection Information

Fees & License Information
Inspection Fee: $75
Rental Property Registration/License Required: Yes
Cost of Registration/Licensure: $75
Registration Valid For: 1 year

Exterior:
Roof  

Interior:

Other:

  • SAME INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS AS RESIDENTIAL RESALE.
  • Rental inspection required upon change of tenant or change of ownership.
  • Rental inspection is required before issuance of rental license.

Certificates Required:

n/a

Additional Information

Comments:

Rental License Application -  https://westconsho.com/codeenforcement

Sign Ordinances and Solicitation Rules

Rules
Open House Directional Signs:
  • Only for 24 hours prior to open house. Private property only.
For Sale/Sold Signs:
  • Real Estate signs are permitted to be up two weeks before sale and removed immediately following settlement. Private Property only.

School District

Name: Upper Merion Area

Tax Information

Millage Rate

Tax Applicable For Year
Millage Rate (County):
Real Estate Mills Municipal:
1.18
2026
Real Estate Mills School District:
Total Millage Rate:
   

Tax Collector -

Jerry Conicello,  Real Estate Tax Collector
Jconicello@westconsho.com   (610) 828-9747 ext. 5

Realty Transfer Percent
PA State Transfer Percent:
Realty Transfer Percent Municipal: 0.5
Realty Transfer Percent School District:
Total Realty Transfer Percent:

Other Tax Information
Per Capita Tax:
Earned Income Municipal (%): 1
Earned Income School District (%):
Local Services Tax: $52

Homestead Exclusions
County:
School District:
Municipal: --

Building Codes and Zoning

Building Code Requirements:

  • International 2009
  • National - Electrical Code- 2007

Uniform Construction Code (UCC): Many local governments have adopted use and occupancy ordinances. Increasingly, code officials are citing non-permitted uses and or structures during their inspections. The following lists the enforcement policies as they relate to a residential resale inspection. Please see link below for more information regarding Pennsylvania's statewide building code, the Uniform Construction Code (UCC).
PA Labor and Industry Building Codes Homepage                         

  • Non-permitted decks that have been installed: Owner must remove or get a permit and ensure structure is compliant with codes
  • Non-permitted finished basements: Owner must remove or get a permit and ensure structure is compliant with codes
  • Non-permitted fences, sheds, or other structures: Owner must remove or get a permit and ensure structure is compliant with codes
  • MEANS OF EGRESS FOR FINISHED BASEMENT IS REQUIRED 4/13
  • In the future we intend to adopt NFPA standard 211, Chapters 13 &/or 14, which regulate fireplace and heater chimney maintenance.

Property Maintenance Requirements:

  • IPMC 2009

Municipal Staff

https://westconsho.com/staff 

Elected Officials

https://westconsho.com/electedofficials 

Members:  7 Council Members and 1 Mayor

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(Municipal data last updated April 23, 2026)

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