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1. Can I request public records from Drumore Township?

Public records, resolutions and ordinances, and other information can be requested by submitting the Records and Information Request Form to the Open Records Officer. Records and Information Request Form

2. What are the business hours for the Township Office?

The Township Administrative Office has hours on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12:15 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (or by appointment) with the exception of holidays, business meetings, seminars, and severe weather conditions.

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1. What is the population of Drumore Township?

The current population of Drumore Township is 2,560 people as of the 2010 census.

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1. Fireworks FAQ provided by PA State Police

House Bill 542 was signed into law on October 30, 2017. Under the new law, the Fireworks Act of 1939 was repealed and replaced in its entirety. (New Fireworks Law). However, the questions and answers below highlight the most noteworthy changes. 

Q: Which fireworks are Pennsylvania residents now allowed to purchase and use?
Consumers can now purchase and use “Class C” or “consumer-grade” fireworks that include firecrackers, Roman
Candles, bottle rockets, and similar fireworks that contain a maximum of 50 milligrams of explosive material. The
expansion includes those fireworks that were previously only available to out-of-state residents.
“Display fireworks,” which are classified as including salutes that contain more than two grains or 130 milligrams of
explosive materials, and professional-grade aerial shells containing more than 60 grams of pyrotechnic compositions,
are still only to be used by professionals with a permit from the municipality where the display will take place.

Q: Who can purchase fireworks?
Anyone 18 years of age or older can purchase them.

Q: What are the restrictions on where they can be used?
They cannot be ignited or discharged on a public or private property without express permission of the property
owner.
They cannot be discharged from or within a motor vehicle or building.
They cannot be discharged toward a motor vehicle or building.
They cannot be discharged within 150 feet of an occupied structure, whether or not a person is actually present.
They cannot be discharged while the person is under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or another
drug.
Also, it is recommended that you check with your local municipality, as you may also be subject to applicable local
ordinances.

Q: Where can the fireworks be purchased?
They can be purchased at any licensed facility, including temporary ones. The licenses are issued by the
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Examples of temporary facilities include tents or other structures found in
parking lots. These temporary structures can sell fireworks between the dates of June 15-July 8, and December 21-
January 2 each year.

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1. How do I reserve a pavilion at Drumore Park?

Drumore Park has 2 pavilions available for reservation - the Eshleman pavilion, which is located on the left side of the park, and the Douts pavilion, which is located on the right side of the park. Please contact the Roads/Park Department @ 717-548-2660 or email drumoretwp@epix.net to make your reservation. Reservations will be posted on the Drumore Park Reservation calendar located on this website. The Township  implemented a fee of $50.00 to reserve a pavilion.This fee is due at least 3 days prior to your reservation.

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1. Does Drumore Township have a Residential Open Burning Ordinance?

Drumore Township does not currently have a residential open burning ordinance. Please refer to the following fact sheet for more information on residential burning or visit PA DEP's website.

PA DEP Residential Open Burning Fact Sheet

2. What are setbacks?

The term setback means the required distance separating a building or structure from a property line. Setback regulations for buildings are included in the Zoning Ordinance (Article 403). If you have any questions, please contact our Zoning Officer @ 717-786-0355.

3. What businesses can I operate on my property?

First, determine the zoning district your property is located in by checking the zoning map or calling the Zoning Officer @ 717-786-0355. Next, look up the permitted uses for your zoning district. If your use is not listed in the permitted use section, check the conditional use section to determine if your use requires a Conditional Use Permit.

4. Where can I access public property information?

Lancaster County's Online Services provide a convenient and centralized way to access documents recorded in their office. You have the ability to search records and electronically recorded documents. Additional information about the site is available at www.LancasterDeeds.com. Onlot Sewage Management documents are maintained by the Township.

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1. Where can I find tax and property related information for my realtor or title company?

Please see related document under Tax Collector on Home page.

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1. How do I establish utility service or trash removal service for an existing residence?

Contact the utility company or trash removal service directly to make arrangements for service.

2. Who do I contact for cable / internet problems?

If you are having problems with your cable or internet service, please contact the cable or internet provider directly.

3. What are the hours for the Roads/Public Works Department?

The Township Roads and Park Department current schedule is Monday to Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with the exception of holidays.

4. If there is a dead animal on a road, who takes care of removing it?

According to PennDOT, large animals, such as deer, bear, and elk, are the responsibility of the Game Commission. If these or any other dead animals are found on a state road or bridge, the local PennDOT office should be contacted and arrangements will be made for their removal.

     2105 Lincoln Highway East
     Lancaster, PA 17602
     Office Phone: 717-299-7621
 

According to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, road-killed deer should be reported directly to the region office that serves the county where the animal is located. A variety of entities handle road-killed deer removal throughout the state and the region office can clarify the proper authorities to notify based on the location of the animal.

Southeast Region
Berks, Bucks, Chester, Dauphin, Delaware, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Montgomery, Northampton, Philadelphia, Schuylkill counties
253 Snyder Road
Reading, PA 19605
Phone: 610-926-3136, 610-926-3137

Local Game Warden – Dennis R Warfel – dewarfel@pa.gov

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1. What is Drumore Township's municipal tax?

Drumore Township assesses taxes on real estate. The current tax millage rate is .8459 (for a property with a base assessment of $100,000 the base tax would be approximately $8.46). Each property owner is mailed a municipal tax bill by March 1 of each year. If your taxes are in escrow with your Mortgage Company or Bank, it is your responsibility to forward a copy to them for payment. If you do not receive a bill, it is also your responsibility to contact our Municipal Tax Collector, Linda Martin, @ 717-548-2392 to receive a copy of your bill. 

If there is an address change, or you have a question concerning your assessment, please call the Lancaster County Assessment Office at 717-299-8381. The County's current tax millage rate is 2.911.

2. What is Drumore Township's local earned income tax and PSD code?

The current local earned income tax rate is 1.65% for residents and the Political Subdivision Code (PSD) is 361603. This tax is required to be withheld by employers from the earned income of each employee and remitted to a local tax collector appointed by the municipality and school district (Lancaster County Tax Collection Bureau). The School District receives 1.15% of the tax and the Township receives .5%.

Self-employed individuals are required to make estimated quarterly payments for earned income taxes due. Annual tax returns are required to be submitted to the LCTCB by April 15.

3. What is Drumore Township's realty transfer tax?

Real Estate transferred within the Township is subject to a 2% tax on the value transferred. The State receives 1%. The Township and School District share 1%. Transfer tax is collected by the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds.

4. What is the Solanco School District tax?

The Solanco School District assesses taxes on real estate on a July 1 to June 30 fiscal year basis. The 2017-2018 tax millage rate is 12.8109 (for a property with a base assessment of $100,000 the base tax would be $1281.09). Tax notices are mailed to property owners on or about July 1st of each year. The taxes are collected by the Solanco School District. If you have any questions, call 717-786-8401. Unpaid taxes are turned over to Portnoff Law Associates for collection.

PROPOSED 2018-2019 MILLAGE RATE –10.4590
•MILLAGE RATE REDUCTION OF 2.35 MILLS FROM 2017-2018
•MILLAGE RATE NOT FINALIZED UNTIL JUNE 4, 2018 MEETING