Frequently Asked Questions

On this page you will find a list of questions and answers that frequently occur, and which we hope will be of assistance to you.  If you have a question that is not covered here, or you cannot find in our website, please don't hesitate to visit our Contact Us page and either give us a call or complete our online form.  Thanks!

Taxes      Zoning, Permits, and Contracting       Recycling      Miscellaneous 

Taxes

Q: Does Hempfield Township have a wage tax?

A: Yes, Hempfield Township has a 1% Earned Income Tax payable quarterly to Keystone Municipal Collection. For more information or to obtain forms, contact Keystone Municipal Collection at 1-866-539-1100.

Q: Does Hempfield Township have an Occupation Privilege Tax?

A: The Occupation Privilege tax has been replaced by the Local Services Tax.  The local services tax is $52 / year per person. For more information, contact Keystone Municipal Collection at 1-866-539-1100.

Q: Does Hempfield Township have a Per Capita Tax?

A: Yes, Hempfield Township yearly imposes on each resident over the age of 18 a Per Capita Tax of $10.00 (plus an additional $5.00 imposed by the Hempfield Area School District). For more information, contact Keystone Municipal Collection at 1-866-539-1100.

Q: What do I do if more than one of my employers deducts the Local Services Tax?

A: Local Services Tax is payable only once each calendar year. If more than one employer deducts from your wages, make copies of your pay stubs showing the deduction and submit them to Keystone Municipal Collection. You will be refunded the duplicate payment. For more information, contact Keystone Municipal Collection at 1-866-539-1100.

Q: How do I get a tax certification letter to apply for the Pennsylvania Senior Citizen Property Tax Rebate?

A: Contact the Hempfield Township Tax Collector at (724) 837-8437 to obtain a certification letter.

Learn more about Taxes in Hempfield Township.

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Zoning, Codes, Permits, and Contracting

Q: How big of a shed can be built without having a tax increase?

A: One hundred and forty-three (143) square feet or less.

Q: Is a building permit required for an above-ground pool?

A: Yes.

Q: Can a fence be placed on the property line and is a permit required?

A: Yes on both accounts.

Q: Is a permit required to build a retaining wall?

A: No.

Q: Is a permit required to install new windows or siding?

A: No.

Q: Is a permit required to replace shingles on a roof?

A: No.

Q: Is a permit required to pave or concrete an existing driveway?

A: No.

Q: Is a subdivision required to give a son or daughter a piece of your property to build a house?

A: Yes.

Q: Are contractors allowed to start working at 7 a.m.?

A: Yes, contractors are permitted to work from dawn to dusk year round.

Learn more about Zoning, Codes, Permits in Hempfield Township.

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Recycling and Leaf Collection

Q: What does Hempfield Township recycle?

A: Newspaper and Newspaper inserts; Magazines; Junk mail and envelopes; Office and school paper (color paper also); Cardboard(cut down to 36 inch pieces); Boxboard(cereal, cracker boxes etc); Brown paper grocery bags; Aluminum cans; Tin and steel cans(rinsed); Plastic milk jugs Plastic bottles (with necks only); Phonebooks; Glass jars and bottles.

Q: Are leaf bags available?

A: No. They can purchase at local hardware store- example Lowes or Home Depot 

Learn more about Recycling in Hempfield Township.

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Miscellaneous

Q: Who do I call to have a dead deer removed from a road?

A: For state maintained roads contact PennDot at (724) 832-5387. For township maintained roads contact the Pennsylvania Game Commission at (724) 238-5639.

Q: When is Election Day?

A: Primary elections are normally held on the third Tuesday in May of each year. General elections are normally held on the next Tuesday after the first Monday in November of each year.

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