Where is the Borough Hall/Office located?

Borough Hall is located at 700 Summit Avenue off of Route 611 between Greenwood Avenue and Harper Avenue in the front of the Police Station. Borough Hall is open from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday.

Where is the post office?

The Post Office is located at 601 West Avenue and can be contacted at 1-800-275-8777. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 9:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

Where is the closest social security office?

The Social Security Office is located at 115 West Avenue-Suite 302, east of the Jenkintown Rail Road Station, and can be contacted at 1-800-772-1213. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Where is the closest IRS office?

The IRS office in the area is located at 801 York Road, north of the Noble Rail Road Station, and can be contacted at 215-887-6134. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Why was my trash not picked up?

Trash must be place at the curb no later than 7:00 AM on the day of the collection. Only 6 bags or cans of household generated trash will be taken per collection day. If these criteria were met, and your trash was not picked up, please contact Borough Hall. Trash cans may be placed at the curbside no sooner than 5:00 PM the evening before collection and must be removed by 7:30 PM on the evening of collection.

How do I get a new recycling bucket?

Recycling Buckets can be obtained free of charge at Borough Hall.

How do I get rid of bulk items/white goods?

The Public Works Department offers a special collection every other Tuesday with the exception of Holidays. A maximum of four items will be collected for a minimum fee of $15.00, but the fee varies depending upon the items that are collected. The fee is non-refundable and only those items that are on the list will be collected. You must arrange and pay for a special collection no later than 3:00 PM the Monday before the collection.

The County collects hazardous materials on four days throughout the year. Please call or visit Borough Hall to determine the schedule.

Can I pay my trash bill at Borough Hall?

Yes.

I believe that my trash bill is incorrect, what do I do?

If you believe that you have received an incorrect bill, please call Borough Hall.

When is yard debris collected?

Yard debris is collected in the biodegradable bags throughout the year on Tuesdays for all households. Curbside leaf collection occurs from October through December, a schedule of which will be sent to each household prior to the start of the collections and posted on the Public Works page.

What do I need a permit for?

A permit is required for all work with the exception of painting, wallpapering, and carpeting and must be obtained prior to beginning any work.

How do I obtain a permit?

Permit applications can be obtained at Borough Hall or on the Codes and Forms page. Applications can be submitted in person at Borough Hall or via mail at P.O. Box 2176. No application will be accepted without proof of insurance, the permit fee, and any necessary plans and specifications. Please see the detailed Borough Policies on this website on the Code Enforcement page for further information.

Do I need a permit for a yard sale?

Permits are not required at this time for a yard sale. Please be advised that you are not permitted to post any signage for a yard sale on sign, light, or utility poles.

Do I need a permit for a dumpster/Can I put a dumpster in the street?

Permits are not required for a dumpster. Dumpsters, however, cannot be placed in the street. They must be placed on the property and may not interfere with the public right of way.

How do I find out if an address is in the Borough?

Call Borough Hall at 215-885-0700.

How do I find out who owns a property?

Call the Montgomery County Recorder of Deeds at 610-278-3000 or go to the Montgomery County website.

How do I begin a business?

In order to operated a business or rental property in the Borough, one must first complete a Zoning and Use Permit Application, which can be obtained at Borough Hall or on the Codes and Forms page. There is a $25.00 application fee. If the Zoning and Use Permit Application is approved, you may begin the process of opening your business.

How do I obtain a business license?

When an approved Zoning and Use Permit Application is mailed back to the applicant it will contain a Business License Application and a Business Privilege Tax Form. The Business License Application must be completed, and payment of the $10.00 license fee must be remitted immediately. The Business Privilege Tax Form must be completed, and the estimated tax due must be remitted, within forty (40) days of opening.

What are the local Borough taxes?

The local taxes for residents are the real estate tax, the per capita tax, and the earned income tax. Local taxes for businesses are the business privilege tax and the occupational privilege tax.

What are the tax rates?

You can find more information about Tax Rates by visiting our Tax page.

Can I pay my taxes at Borough Hall?

Only Per Capita and Business Privilege and/or Mercantile Taxes can be paid at Borough Hall. Real Estate Taxes must be mailed to or paid to the Tax Collector at 500 Rodman Avenue. For all other taxes listed above, you must contact the Jenkintown School Administration.

How do I reach the Tax Collector?

The Tax Collector, Michael O’Neill, can be reached at 215-887-4775 Monday through Thursday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

How do I find out who my Council Members are?

There are twelve members of Council, three of whom represent one of the four wards. To determine the Council members representing your ward, please consult the ward voting map on the Maps page and the list of Council Members on the Officials and Committees page.

Where do I vote?

See the ward voting map on this website on the Maps page to determine where you vote.