Board, Commissions, Authority

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Council also appoints community members to a board, commissions, and an authority, each of which meets independently as required. They include:

Zoning Hearing Board
Planning Commission
Police Civil Service Commission
Souderton Industrial Development Authority

Zoning Hearing Board

Council appoints Zoning Hearing Board members to consider appeals, challenges, variances and special exceptions to provisions of the Souderton Borough Zoning Ordinance. When required, the Zoning Hearing Board holds public hearings on the second Tuesday of the month upon submission of a completed application and filing fee. Contact the Borough Office for additional information and assistance.

Planning Commission

The Souderton Planning Commission is an advisory board to Borough Council, responsible for reviewing subdivision and land development plans prior to submission to Borough Council. The Planning Commission meets on the third Wednesday of each month—if there is scheduled business.

Police Civil Service Commission

When new police officer candidates or promotions are needed in the Souderton Police Department, the Police Civil Service Commission administers testing. They also address appeals regarding disputes or disciplinary actions between police officers and management.

Souderton Industrial Development Authority

Operating independently from the borough, The Souderton Industrial Development Authority assists developers with financing for industrial and large commercial projects. Requests for funding are not limited to borough locations. Solicitor Robert G. Bricker at 215-723-4374 can provide further information.