Zoning
The latest zoning map for Benton Township, Columbia County, PA can be downloaded using the link below.
| Updated zoning map for Benton Township | View |
| Zoning Fee Schedule (Resolution 03-25) | View |
| Application for Hearing | View |
Zoning Summary
For a more detailed overview of the zoning process please click the link (here) to jump lower down this page.
For all new housing construction at least 3 forms must be submitted:
- Zoning permit
- Driveway permit
- Sewage permit.
For additions to existing structures, or any new structure over 50 square feet, including a new shed, barn, gazebo or other permanent structure, residents must submit the following:
- Zoning permit.
Forms & Ordinances
The links below make it simple for residents to access the most commonly-needed forms. Each is described in more detail below the table – click the “Jump to Detail” link to jump to the section of interest.
| Form | Link | Date | Fee | Jump to Detail |
| Fence permit | Form | |||
| Driveway permit | Form | $35 | View detail | |
| Sewage permit | View detail | |||
| Zoning permit | Form | View detail | ||
| Building permit | Form |
Zoning Detail
For most questions about zoning you should contact the zoning/code officer Patti Labonte at 570-441-0745. Please note that Mr. Kocher is no longer zoning/code officer, so please contact Patti in all instances. Otherwise please contact the individual indicated in the specific section below.
Driveway Permit
A driveway permit must be submitted to any new temporary or permanent driveway. It must be approved prior to commencement of work. Additional information can be found in the appropriate Ordinance. It needs to be dropped off at the office or mailed to Benton Township.
Sewage Permit
This permit must be submitted and approved prior to commencement of work for all new and most replacement sewage systems. For more information on sewage permits please contact our SEO James McDevitt at 570-204-4638.
Subdivision Application
This permit must be submitted and approved prior to any subdivision impacting any property within the Township. For information on sub-divisions please contact the Columbia County Planning Commission at: 570-389-9146 during normal business hours.
Zoning Permit
This permit must be submitted and approved for any changes to the current zoning.