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Q: How do I apply for a business license in the city?

Obtain a business license application from the City of Coatesville Permits and Licensing Department or download the form from the official city website. Visit Permits and Licensing to view forms for business licensing formation. Additionally, you can view our "Doing Business" Guide for getting started. This will allow you to download the document that details the steps to keeping your business licenses valid and up-to-date.

Q: How do I access public transportation in Coatesville?

Access information about public transportation in Coatesville, including bus routes and schedules, through the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) website. To download the Coatesville 135 Bus Schedule, click here . For additional SEPTA information, you can visit their website here at https://www5.septa.org/travel/routes/bus-route-0135/ . You can also down the Find my Stop tool , to obtain information quickly about next arrivals.

Q: How do I reserve a park pavilion for an event?

To reserve a park pavilion for an event, contact the City Parks and Recreation Department at 610-384-0300 and submit a reservation request with the Finance Department. All events are subject to approval by the city. You may also contact the City for any permits, licensing, and necessary forms to plan an event.

Q: How do I dispute a parking ticket?

Parking ticket disputes can be submitted in writing to the City of Coatesville Administration Office or through the online dispute form on the city's website. Please advise, this form must be completed and submitted within 48 hours of issuance of parking ticket . If you would like additional information regarding parking tickets, costs, and fees, please review the ecodes for parking meters or parking regulations . Parking tickets are paid at the Borough Hall at 1 City Hall Place, Suite #200. Coatesville, PA 19320-3488.

Q: How do I sign up for emergency alerts from the city?

Sign up for emergency alerts from the city by visiting the official website and accessing the emergency alert section on the Police Department page. There are several ways to sign up for City alerts. Anonymous Tips via Phone App As of 2013, the City of Coatesville Police Department offers a FREE smart phone app, “CoatesvillePD Tips” providing citizens the ability to submit anonymous tips to the police department. This app can be downloaded free from your phone app store and used with Android and iPhone devices. City Alerts Citizens can register for FREE to receive alerts regarding road closures, community events, emergencies, safety concerns, etc. either by text or email. Click below to register. Sign Up For Alerts here .

Q: How do I report a streetlight outage?

Street lights in the suburbs are owned and maintained by the municipality or by PECO. If a street light is out, please call the public works department and they will either repair the light or will notify PECO directly. Report streetlight outages to the City of Coatesville Public Works Department by calling 610-384-0300 . For outages, you can view the PECO outage tracker at https://www.peco.com/outages/experiencing-an-outage/outage-map .

Q: How do I register to vote in Coatesville?

You can register to vote in Coatesville by visiting the Chester County Voter Services website, where you'll find voter registration information and forms. Visit the website at https://www.chesco.org/156/Voter-Services .

Q: How do I apply for a building permit in the city?

To apply for a building permit, visit the City of Coatesville Building and Codes Department and request the permit form(s) and application at City Hall from the hours of 9:00am - 4:00. The administrative offices are often closed from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. To access the forms for building permits online, visit Permits and Licensing on the City's official website.

Q: How do I find information about local schools in Coatesville?

Explore information about local schools in Coatesville on the Coatesville School District website or by contacting the district administration office. To find out more information about the school district, you can visit https://www.casdschools.org/ or the City's website here .

Q: How do I renew my vehicle registration locally?

Vehicle registration renewals can be completed online or locally at the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, or online through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation website. To renew online you will need your registration plate number, title number, insurance information, odometer reading, a valid credit card, and a printer. At the end of the transaction, you will be given the opportunity to print a receipt and a permanent registration credential. PennDOT will no longer mail a registration card for registrations renewed online. For additional services and locations for driver license, photo centers and similar services, you can view services and their locations here .

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