Native flowers: top left, Common blue violet (Viola sororia); top right, daisy fleabane (Erigeron philadelphicus); bottom left, downy yellow violet (Viola pubescens); bottom right, early azalea (Rhododendron prinophyllum)

On Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Township offices will be open during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.).

The Township Building is also a polling location for Precinct 690. Polls are open 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Township Road Paving to Begin mid-May

Notice -- Residents living on the following West Vincent Township roads/streets:

Adelphia Lane, Brian Way, Carriage Lane, Flowing Springs Road, Fox Run Road, Forest Glen Drive, Kimberbrae Drive, Hollow Road, Houndstooth Lane, Houndstooth Circle, Lily Pond Lane, Laymens Way, Malehorn Road, and Red Fox Lane.

Upcoming paving projects which will commence mid-May.



If your overgrown vegetation does not allow for the equipment to fit onto the roadway, it will be removed by the workers servicing the area prior beginning the work.

Read full details

Road Access/Driveway Ordinance - Recent Update

- T. Franey, Township Zoning Officer

The Driveway Ordinance adopted in February 2022 requires a permit (reviewed by the Township Engineer) for substantial improvement to a driveway in the township. 

Substantial improvement is defined as “Improvements to a driveway that shall be deemed to be substantial”: 

• Paving a driveway that has always been dirt or gravel,
• Installing a drainage pipe underneath the driveway to carry water along the road gutter,
• Grading or excavating within ten feet of the road right of way,
• Changing the original grading or design of the driveway,
• Any work that increases or otherwise affects stormwater flow or discharges within the cartway of any street.

Further definitions of improvements and how to help your permit be approved quickly.

Historic Birchrunville

- P. Benton, Historic Resources Committee

Birchrunville is recognized as the heart of West Vincent Township’s historic 19th century agricultural landscape and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 

The valley of Birch Run became known locally as “The Hollow” in the 18th century and was a center for mills serving surrounding farms. Nine mills are recorded along its banks in the 1870s, most of which had been operating 60-100 years by that time.  Read full article...

Discounted PECO Energy Assessments Exclusively for WVT Residents - Has Been Extended to September 1, 2023!

A home Energy Assessment is an effective and simple way to boost your year-round comfort and lower your energy costs by up to 20 percent.

Take part in our township’s clean energy initiative, save money, and ensure your home is energy efficient by scheduling a PECO Energy Assessment today.

The limited time offer has been EXTENDED-- West Vincent Township residents will receive an exclusive $10 discount on standard assessments when using promo code WVCEF. A $150 value for only $39! Residents who call or use on-line scheduling before September 1, 2023* to make an assessment appointment using the promo code WVCEF will qualify to have the $39 reimbursed by the township!

For more information and to schedule your assessment, visit

www.peco.com/assessment or call 888-573-2672 before September 1, 2023.

Full details and complete instructions.

Energy Efficient Solutions from PECO Can Help Any Business

As a small business owner, you’re a master juggler, balancing growth with expenditures. With so many balls in the air, energy efficiency can seem like a low priority. But now, there’s never been a better time to reach out to PECO Small Business Solutions to help your business save energy and money.



What does it look like when a business asks PECO to help them upgrade their energy efficiency? Read further for full details.

Visit https://solutions.peco-energy.com/small-business to see a full list of eligible energy efficiency solutions that might be right for your small business.

Litter Lifters of West Vincent - Saturday, May 20 - Route 100 Clean Up

Saturday, May 20, 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. (rain date Sunday, May 21) to clean up Route 100 between Blackhorse Road and Horseshoe Trail. 

The Litter Lifters of West Vincent adopted this section of Route 100 with PennDOT and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. 

Please arrive at 7:30 a.m., sharp. We welcome teens 15 and older. Park at Ludwigs Corner Fire Company.  Full details and volunteer information and instructions.

Chester County - Department of Facilities - Cooks Glen Bridge Repair

Chester County Bridge 195, Cooks Glen Road over French Creek, will be temporarily closed to traffic beginning on Monday, May 1, 2023.

The project is expected to take approximately four to six weeks to complete.

During this time, the bridge will be closed to all traffic.

Full details of the closing and DOF contact.

The second Household Hazardous Waste Event

Friday, JUNE 23, 2023 - Coatesville 

Coatesville CCIU Learning Center 1635 E. Lincoln Hwy. Coatesville, PA 19320

A PRE-REGISTRATION APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED!

The public can register and watch a guideline and informational slide show for the event on the CCSWA Registration Site. 

Future HHW events and list of accepted materials.

Visit the WV Sustainability Committee home page for more recycling information and resources.