Shed & Garage Permits in Bensalem Township
Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Everything you need to know about getting a permit for a shed, garage, or other accessory structure in Bensalem Township.
Permit Requirements
A permit from the Department of Building and Planning is required before you put up a shed, garage or other accessory building.
Work cannot start until the permit is issued.
Electrical, plumbing or mechanical work needs separate trade permits.
Setbacks
Side and rear yards: an accessory building may be no closer than 5 ft from the rear and side property lines, as long as it sits behind the main rear-facing wall of the house.
It cannot be placed closer to the street than the house itself, and must meet the front-yard distance for your zoning district.
Must sit at least 10 ft from any other structure.
On corner lots, keep the "clear sight triangle" clear of anything between 2 and 7 ft tall.
How to Apply
Apply at the Bensalem Township Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020 (Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m.).
Include a site plan showing the building location and distances to all property lines.
There is a drop-box at the south (side) entrance for after-hours paperwork.
Honestly? It's usually simpler than it looks
Before you hand this off to anyone, we'd encourage you to just call or stop by the Bensalem Township township office. The folks there handle shed and garage permits all the time — they'll give you the forms and walk you through filling them out. For a standard shed, most townships only need three things from you:
A certificate of insurance. Just ask and we'll email you a copy. It's easier to get than most people expect — see what one looks like.
A drawing / spec sheet of your building. We'll email you a copy of this too.
That's typically the whole list for a standard shed. Give it a shot yourself first — a lot of folks are pleasantly surprised at how quick it is. And if you get stuck or would just rather not deal with it, we're glad to help (see below).
We Deliver to Bensalem Township
White Pine Structures handles delivery and setup throughout Bucks County. We can also help you navigate the permit process — many of our customers in Bensalem Township have gone through this before and we know what to expect.
Disclaimer
This information is provided as a helpful reference and may not reflect the most current regulations. Always verify requirements directly with Bensalem Township's code enforcement or zoning office before starting your project. White Pine Structures is not responsible for permit application outcomes. Information last verified: September 2026.