Welcome to
Charlestown Township!
Our township is about 25 miles west of Philadelphia and very close to Valley Forge National Historical Park. It is rich in the history of Pennsylvania. The township is about 12.515 square miles (8,010 acres) in area.
Burning Ban
BURNING BAN
A temporary burn ban is being put in place, effective immediately. A follow up announcement will be made once conditions improve. During this burn ban, all outdoor burning activities, including campfires, bonfires, fire pits, and agricultural burning, are strictly prohibited. We understand that this burn ban may inconvenience some of our plans, but our top priority is the safety of our community.
Events
Save These Dates!
The WET Trial
Well Water Study
Researchers at Temple University are looking for families who drink water from a private well for a paid study.
They are interested in keeping children safe from illnesses that can be spread by drinking water from private wells.
Families will receive a free whole-home UV water treatment system (value of device + installation = $1,000).
Families can participate from home. To be part of this NIH-funded study, families must have a child three years old
or younger and live in select Pennsylvania or New Jersey counties.
For more information, visit their website at www.wettrial.org,
call them at (215) 204-5124, or email them at wettrial@temple.edu.
Recycle Alkaline Batteries
We Need Your Help
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee works to protect and conserve the natural resources of Charlestown and advises the township. This work needs caring residents who wish to preserve and protect Charlestown's beautiful environment to join a seven-person committee. Please contact: EAC@charlestown.pa.us.
Meeting Agendas
- Board of Supervisors: November 4
- Planning Commission: November 12 [Revised]
- Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC): November 11
- Historical & Architectural Review Board; September 18
- Parks & Recreation: November 21
Recent Documents
- Draft 2025 Budget
- Fall Newsletter
- Board of Supervisors: October 7 Minutes
- Board of Supervisors: October 21 Budget Work Session Minutes
- Planning Commission: October 8 Minutes
- Parks & Recreation: September 19 Minutes
- Historical Review Board: July 17 Minutes
- Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC): October 14 Minutes
Bids & RFPs
Hearings
Decisions
Notices
News Emails
Office Hours
9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
During inclement weather or emergency events affecting our area, the Township Office follows the Great Valley School District schedule for closings and late openings.
Public Participation Policy
Participitation is governed by Resolution 1053-2024 – Order of Business and Public Participation Policy.
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Phone Us:
(610) 240-0328 Fax
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Visit or Mail Us:
Malvern, PA 19355
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Closings/
Openings
- Travel Advisory: The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission announced that the westbound Turnpike (I-76) will close Sunday, November 17 for milling and paving under the Commission’s $214 million project to reconstruct the highway between mileposts 312 and 316 in Chester County.
- PECO will be working to improve its infrastructure along Route 29 and nearby roads. Their Reliability & Resiliency Plan letter describes the work.
- The Pennsylvania Turnpike has sent a summer update to the
Turnpike Reconstruction and Widening Project.
- The PA Turnpike Commission is planning to widen a local section of the Turnpike from two to three lanes with a target 2027 opening.
- Road Hazard? Visit the PennDOT District 6 interactive Customer Care Center or call the Chester County Maintenance office at (484) 340-3200.
- Pennsylvania Turnpike Milepost 316-319 (Charlestown Twp.) – Construction and Expansion MP316-319 Project Overview
Help Us Report Potholes on State Roads
- Call 1-800-FIX-ROAD or the District 6 Office at 484-340-3201
- Go to this link to submit a Roadway Concern:
customercare.penndot.gov/
This easy to use interface will provide you with an email confirmation of your entry and provide you with a tracking number for your complaint.