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Permit Extension Act Part II: Tolling Provisions Apply To Uniform Condominium And Planned Community Acts

The amendments to the Permit Extension Act (“PEA”), Act 31 of 2015, have now specifically included condominium and planned community Declarations within the tolling provisions of the PEA … Read Full Article

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Amendment Clarifies PA’s Permit Extension ACT

Amendments to Pennsylvania’s Permit Extension Act have clarified provisions suspending the expiration dates of certain approvals obtained by developers and property owners. On July 10th Governor Wolf signed into law Act 31 of 2015 which amends Pennsylvania’s Permit Extension Act, 53 P.S. § 11703.1 et seq. The change of most interest to developers/property owners …. …

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Beer Distributors May Now Expand Inventory to Include 12-Packs

By: Theodore F. Claypoole The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board issued an “advisory opinion” on Friday, March 6, 2015, stating that distributors are permitted to sell brewed beverages by the 12-pack. Prior to this opinion, it was generally understood that distributors were only allowed to sell beer by the case or keg. The LCB …

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Open-End Construction Loan Mortgage Amendment to Pennsylvania Mechanics’ Lien Law

By: Theodore F. Claypoole In response to the Pennsylvania Superior Court’s decision in Commerce Bank v. Kessler, Governor Corbett signed into law Act 117 of 2014 on July 9, 2014, which amends the Pennsylvania Mechanics’ Lien Law. In Commerce Bank v. Kessler, the Superior Court held that one hundred percent (100%) of the …

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IRS Introduces New Form 1023-EZ

By: Theodore F. Claypoole The Internal Revenue Service has released a shorter application form for non-profit organizations applying for tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3). Form 1023-EZ (Streamlined Application for Recognition of Exemption Under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code) simplifies the process of obtaining Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Form 1023-EZ is three …

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Direct Relation Test Challenged in PA Supreme Court – Why Disclosure for Confession is Essential

A recent case challenging the denial of a petition to open a confessed judgment has been granted appeal by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.  The case of Graystone Bank v. Grove Estates, 58 A.3d 1277, 2012 PA Super 274 (2012) has been appealed to determine the validity of the warrant of attorney which did not appear on the signature page of the agreement.

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How is the Government Shutdown Affecting Brand New Businesses?

Despite the IRS message that certain operations, including the IRS website, would remain available during the government shutdown, we have been unable to obtain Employer Identification Numbers for the last several days, either online or by phone.

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Department of State Warns Businesses of “Annual Meeting Disclosure Statement” Scam

By: Theodore F. Claypoole On March 26, 2013, the Pennsylvania Department of State issued the following press release: Department of State: Department of State warns businesses of “Annual Meeting Disclosure Statement” scam. HARRISBURG — Secretary of the Commonwealth Carol Aichele today warned Pennsylvania corporations about a bogus mailing some firms …

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Commonwealth Pipeline Coming to Chester County, Pennsylvania

By: William J. Burke, III Commonwealth Pipeline is looking to construct an interstate natural gas pipeline from Lycoming County that is planned to pass through several northern Chester County Townships (which may include Upper Uwchlan, East Nantmeal, Warwick, and possibly others). The timing and the route – and perhaps the pipeline itself – are …

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West Chester Student Housing Prohibition

By: Donald C. Turner The West Chester Borough Council passed a resolution on February 15, 2012 instructing its solicitor to prepare an amendment to the West Chester Zoning Ordinance that would eliminate student homes as a permitted use in the Town Center zoning district. See: http://westchester.patch.com/articles/borough-recommends-a-stop-to-new-student-housing As a result those town center …

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