As of April 3, 2019, residential single hauler trash and recycling service in New Britain Borough will be in effect and contracted with Waste Management.
As a new resident, you will need to contact Waste Management at 800-869-5566to set up new service at your address. Please mention you are a New Britain Borough resident.
Learn more about the Borough’s residential trash/recycling collection policy, commercial trash collection policy, and what materials are considered recyclable by visiting our Trash / Recycling Page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an ordinance pertaining to _________?
Borough code and all borough ordinances are available online at https://www.ecode360.com/NE3059 or for more Recent Ordinances please click here. You can use either the table of contents to find the subject you’re looking for or enter a keyword into the search bar.
Where do I go to vote?
The New Britain Borough polling place is the Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church at 321 W Butler Avenue located next to the Town Center shopping center. Polls are open from 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Who do I call about a dead deer/animal?
Road-killed deer should be reported directly to the Pennsylvania Game Commission 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.
If you need help with a dead deer, please call the Pennsylvania Gaming Commission at 1-833-PGC-WILD or 1-833-PGC HUNT or 1-833-742-9453 or 1-833-742-4868.
It will usually take them 72 hours for them to resolve the situation.
Please do not call the Borough Office… thank you.
Who do I contact about road issues or potholes?
If you have a roadway concern, you can contact the borough office at (215) 348-4586.
Please Note: Butler Avenue (Old Route 202) is a state road managed by PennDOT.
To report problems / potholes along this road please call 1-800-349-7623.
Who do I contact about trees of concern on private/public property?
If a tree is of concern on a private property, it’s the homeowners’ responsibility.
If a tree is of concern on public property/street, please call the borough office at (215) 348-4586. Depending where the tree originated, depends on the owners’ responsibility.
Property Questions
Does the borough require residential use & occupancy permits?
Yes. The Borough requires a U&O permit for both residential & commercial properties. U&O permit forms can be found on the borough website’s Code & Zoning Page under Permit Applications.
My property needs some work done. Do I need a permit?
Yes, additional information can be found in Borough Code.
Building and zoning permit applications are available for download on our Code & Zoning Page.
If you have any questions, please contact the Borough office at (215) 348-4586.
