Welcome To Upper Allen Township
A Township Of The First Class
Announcements & News
Road Closure Notice-McCormick Road
McCormick Road, between Arcona Road and Lisburn Road, is expected to be closed Wednesday, December 13, 2023. This portion of roadway will be closed from approximately 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The road closure time could be extended, if necessary. Detour signs will be posted at the two intersections along McCormick Road. If the road […]
Proposed PPL Transmission Line
PPL Electric has submitted an application to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) for approval for a new 115 kV transmission line between the Williams Grove substation in Upper Allen Township and the Allen substation in Monroe Township. PPL is proposing this new transmission line to resolve voltage magnitude and voltage drop violations for multiple […]
Sign Ordinance Updates
The Township’s sign regulations have not been significantly updated since 2006. The Township is considering amending its requirements for what types of temporary and permanent signs can be permitted. The current proposal incorporates new best practices, updates for compliance with federal and state court decisions involving signage, new and updated sign definitions, an expanded and […]
Want to learn more about upcoming ordinance amendments?
From time to time, the Township must amend its ordinances, also known as our local laws. Ordinance changes can occur for a variety of reasons, including changes in state or federal laws which affect local municipalities, meeting the ever-changing needs of the community, official requests from residents or developers, and more. The Township has a […]
Leaf Collection Schedule for 2023
Beginning on October 9, and continuing through December 8, our Public Works Department will be conducting our annual leaf pickup. Note that all scheduling is weather dependent â if winter weather arrives, leaf collection may be suspended for the remainder of each year. If leaves are not picked up on your posted day, our crews […]
Tax Collector Updates
Clarification on Acceptance of Personal Checks in the Tax Office â Please note that personal checks will always be accepted in the Tax Office for payment of County/Township and School real estate taxes EXCEPT during the period December 14 through December 31 of each year. During that period, only cashierâs checks, certified checks or money […]
HARB Vacancy – Volunteer Wanted (Registered Architect)
The township is seeking a registered Architect fill a vacancy on the Historical Architectural Review Board (HARB). HARB is a volunteer advisory board consisting of seven members who review exterior structural changes and signage on properties located within the Townshipâs Municipal Historic Districts. HARB reports its findings and recommendations to the Board of Commissioners regarding […]
Upper Allen Township receives $450,000 Grant to build new trails at Generations Park!
Upper Allen Township is pleased to announce that the Township will be awarded a $450,000 grant from Cumberland County. Funding from the grant will be used to construct over 1 mile of walking and biking trails at the 60-acre Upper Allen Generations Park, located at 1340 E. Lisburn Road. In 2021, the Township hosted a […]
York County Bridge 247 Replacement Project
Bridge No. 247 over the Yellow Breeches Creek will be replaced. The bridge is located on North Grantham Road and Mill Road. The project involves replacing the existing structurally deficient bridge to provide safe and efficient crossing over the Yellow Breeches Creek that can carry legal loads and retain connectivity between the York County and […]
Reminder to Township Residents
The discount period for paying your County/Municipal Real Estate tax bill is fast approaching! After April 30, we will be in the âfaceâ period and the 2% discount will no longer apply. Tax payments may be mailed to Sharon Shipman, Tax Collector, 275 Cumberland Parkway, #325, Mechanicsburg 17055, dropped off at the box outside the […]
Beautiful Upper Allen Township Parks
Aspen Park
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Center Square Park
Country Estates Park
Fisher Park
Friendship Park
Grantham Park
McCormick Park
Millers Crest Park
Mt. Allen Park
Rosegarden Park
Simpson Park
Spring Run Acres Park
Swimming Pool
UA Dog Park at Daybreak
