Bensalem Township Phone Directory
Bensalem Township is the largest municipality in Bucks County by population. It borders the northeast section of Philadelphia and is home to about 62,000 residents. The township includes the communities of Bensalem, Trevose, Oakford, Cornwells Heights, Eddington, and Andalusia. The Bensalem phone directory lists contacts for township offices, the police and fire departments, the building and planning office, and county agencies. Residents use these listings to reach local government services, request public records, and find the right office for permits, taxes, and other needs in the Bucks County area.
Bensalem Quick Facts
Bensalem Township Government Contacts
The Bensalem Township municipal building is at 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020. This location holds the main offices for township administration, building and planning, and the clerk. The township clerk can be reached at 215-633-3607 for questions about recorded documents.
The Building and Planning Department handles zoning, permits, and land development. The office number is 215-633-3644, and the fax is 215-633-3753. The department reviews building applications and manages the Zoning Hearing Board process. Applications for zoning appeals are available at the municipal building and on the township website.
Bensalem Township is governed by a Board of Commissioners. Meetings are open to the public. Agendas and minutes are public records. The township posts ordinances and resolutions on its website for residents to review.
Note: Bensalem is home to Parx Casino and Racing, one of the largest casino gaming complexes in Pennsylvania, and Neshaminy Mall, one of the largest shopping malls in the Philadelphia area.
Bensalem Police Phone Directory
The Bensalem Township Police Department is at 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020. The business phone number is 215-633-3700. For emergencies, always dial 911. The department handles all law enforcement within the township.
The police department offers fingerprinting services to the public. These are used for background checks, employment, and licensing. Call the main number to ask about hours and scheduling.
The Bensalem Township Fire Department can be reached at 215-633-3617 for non-emergency calls. Fire emergencies go through 911. The Bensalem phone directory for public safety covers both departments with direct contact numbers.
If arrested in Bensalem Township, cases go to the Bucks County Courthouse. The Bucks County Correctional Facility handles detention. The Pennsylvania State Police serve areas outside the township and can be reached at 1-800-932-0586 for emergencies.
Bucks County Phone Directory for Bensalem
Bucks County provides county-level services for Bensalem Township. The Bucks County government website lists departments with phone numbers and office locations. The county courthouse is in Doylestown, the county seat.
The Bucks County Recorder of Deeds is at 55 East Court Street, Doylestown, Pennsylvania 18901. The phone number is 215-348-6209. All property deeds, mortgages, and liens for Bensalem are recorded at this office. Recording fees vary by document type. For example, a standard deed recording includes state transfer tax, recording fees, and local school district realty tax.
Vital records for Bensalem residents come from the Bucks County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court. Birth, marriage, death certificates, and divorce decrees are available there. You need a completed application form, valid photo ID, and the appropriate fee.
The Bensalem phone directory for county offices helps residents find the right contact for property records, court filings, and vital records. County and township offices serve different functions, so check which level of government holds the records you need.
Bensalem Phone Directory for Public Records
Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law (65 P.S. 67.101) gives residents the right to request records from Bensalem Township and all other government agencies. Every record is presumed public unless a specific exemption applies. The law lists 30 exemptions under Section 708(b), including personal identifying information and criminal investigative records.
Requests must be in writing and specific enough for the agency to find the records. You can submit them in person, by mail, email, or fax. The township has five business days to respond. A 30-day extension is possible if records need redaction, are stored remotely, or require legal review.
Standard copies cost $0.25 per page for black and white. If the expected total exceeds $100, the agency may require prepayment. You do not need to state why you want the records or how you will use them.
If your request is denied, you can appeal to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records within 15 business days. The OOR is at 555 Walnut Street, Suite 605, Harrisburg, PA 17101. The phone number is 717-346-9903. The OOR also offers mediation as an alternative to formal appeals.
Note: Criminal history background checks for Bensalem residents go through the Pennsylvania State Police at 717-783-5494, not through local offices.
State Services for Bensalem Residents
Bensalem residents access state agencies through the Pennsylvania State Portal at pa.gov. The portal links to every state department. Official state websites end in "pa.gov" or "pennsylvania.gov."
- PA State Police emergency: 1-800-932-0586
- PA State Police criminal history: 717-783-5494
- PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services: 1-800-932-4600
- PA Department of Health vital records: 724-656-3100
- PA Department of Corrections RTK: 717-728-7763
The PA Department of Health maintains vital records. Birth certificates are on file from 1915 and death certificates from 1906. The PA Department of State handles business entity records and professional licensing for all of Pennsylvania.
The Bensalem Township Library has local and state government documents, historical records, and other public information. The library can help with online searches for government contacts and public records. The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts at 717-795-2000 provides information on court records statewide.
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