Finished Basements: Is your basement permitted? Did you know that Relocation buyers cannot buy a home that does not have a permitted finished basement? Many people think that because they went and filled out a permit and paid the permit fee, their basement is permitted. Unless you had final inspections, this is not the case. Over the past two years, permitting has become harder as some townships now require a separate egress, whether you use the basement as bedroom space or not. Buckingham Township doesn't care when you finished your basement and what proof you have of the date. If it was not previously permitted, even if it was finished 5 years ago, you will have to add an outside egress. Plumstead is a little kinder. With proof of when it was finished they are willing to work with you.
Tell us your story and we'll try to provide answers for you. And a word to the wise . . . if you're about to finish your basement, add a deck or a shed, get a permit or you may have an unsaleable house.