CHESTER, Pennsylvania

CITY HALL
1 FOURTH ST.
CHESTER, PA 19013
610-447-7700

 

Housing Inspections

 

All buildings must be inspected prior to any occupancy or change of occupancy. For owner occupied single-family homes, a certificate of occupancy must be obtained before moving into the property. For all rental properties either a certificate of occupancy or an annual multi-family dwelling license must be obtained prior to renting the property to tenants. Prior to renting a single-family home or a property containing two rental units, the owner must obtain a certificate of occupancy. Any rental property containing two rental units must obtain an annual multi-family dwelling license.

To obtain either a certificate of occupancy or a multi-family dwelling license, you must submit your request to the Housing Inspection office to arrange for an inspection of your property.

Fee Schedule:
Certificate of Occupnacy                 $75
Second Inspection, if required          $35
Third & Subsequent Inspections       $30
Multi-Family Dwelling Liscence         $75 annually, plus $15 ispection fee per unit
Additional Ispections, if required       $35 per unit for 2nd inspection; $30 per unit for each subsequent inspection
Duplicate Licenses                            $20
Late Fee, if not paid in 10 days         $10

 

Please call 610-447-7760 for the Housing Division