Chambersburg Phone Directory Listings

The Chambersburg phone directory provides public contact details for this borough in south-central Pennsylvania. Chambersburg is the county seat of Franklin County and has about 21,000 residents. It is the largest borough in the county and serves as the center of local government. This directory helps you search for phone numbers tied to borough offices, county agencies, and community services. All listings draw from public records maintained by the borough and Franklin County.

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Chambersburg Borough Phone Directory

Chambersburg has a unique distinction among Pennsylvania boroughs. It is one of only a few boroughs in the state that operates its own electric utility. The borough government manages electric, gas, water, and sewer services in addition to the usual departments like police, fire, and public works.

Borough offices handle permits, code enforcement, zoning, and parks. Each department has its own phone number. The borough council meets on a regular schedule, and agendas and minutes are public records. Most offices are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours.

Because Chambersburg is the county seat of Franklin County, many county offices are also located here. One trip to the downtown area can cover both borough and county needs. The Franklin County courthouse is within walking distance of borough hall.

The Pennsylvania state portal lists additional services available to Chambersburg residents, from license renewals to grant searches.

Pennsylvania state portal serving the Chambersburg phone directory

The state portal groups services by topic. It is a good backup when local numbers are hard to find.

Public Records in the Chambersburg Directory

Chambersburg follows the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, codified at 65 P.S. 67.101. This law gives the public access to government records unless a specific exemption applies. The borough has a designated open records officer.

To request records, submit a written request to the borough. Include specific details about the records you want. The borough has five business days to respond. An extension of up to 30 days is possible for complex requests. You do not need to state your reason for requesting records.

Franklin County maintains its own open records program for county-level data. Property records, court records, tax records, and other county files are available through the county offices in Chambersburg.

The Pennsylvania Office of Open Records handles appeals when a request is denied. The OOR is at 555 Walnut Street, Suite 605, Harrisburg, PA 17101. They process thousands of appeals each year.

Note: Standard copy fees for public records are $0.25 per page for black and white copies on 8.5 by 11 inch paper.

Chambersburg Court and Property Records

Court records in Franklin County are held by the Court of Common Pleas. The courthouse is in downtown Chambersburg. It handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases. You can search court dockets online through the Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us.

Property records are maintained by the Franklin County Recorder of Deeds. These include deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. You can request copies in person, by mail, or by phone. The Recorder of Deeds office is in the county courthouse.

Tax records are held by the county Assessment Office. Property owners and prospective buyers often use these records to check assessed values and tax history. The Assessment Office has its own phone line for inquiries.

Vital Records in Chambersburg

Birth and death records for Chambersburg residents are held by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Birth records from 1915 and death records from 1906 are on file with the state. The Division of Vital Records is at P.O. Box 1528, New Castle, PA 16103, phone 724-656-3100.

Marriage licenses in Franklin County are issued through the county offices in Chambersburg. Divorce decrees are filed with the Prothonotary at the courthouse. Fees vary by record type, so call ahead to confirm.

For certified copies of vital records, the state charges $20 per copy. Always verify current fees and processing times before submitting a request.

Chambersburg Community Phone Numbers

The Chambersburg phone directory includes community resources beyond government offices. Nonprofits, the Franklin County Library System, schools, and health centers all have publicly listed numbers. These groups serve the whole Chambersburg area.

Franklin County Library System
Chambersburg Police Department (non-emergency)
Franklin County courthouse offices
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

Chambersburg has a strong community presence. Local organizations, churches, and civic groups are well-established here. Many have listed phone numbers on the borough or county website.

Note: Chambersburg is one of the few municipalities in Pennsylvania that provides electric service directly to its residents through a borough-owned utility.

State Offices Serving Chambersburg

State agencies provide services to Chambersburg and Franklin County residents. The Pennsylvania State Police can be reached at 1-800-932-0586 for non-emergency matters. Accident reports can be requested from the barracks serving the Chambersburg area.

The Pennsylvania Department of State keeps business records for all registered entities. The Department of Health has regional offices that serve Franklin County. The Attorney General's Office also accepts Right-to-Know requests.

The 2025 Commonwealth Telephone Directory lists phone numbers for all state agencies. You can order a copy at 717-704-1029. It covers every state office that serves Chambersburg and Franklin County.