Homeowners, buyers, sellers, and investors in Upper Darby Township should be aware of a new cost associated with property transfers. Beginning January 1, 2026, Upper Darby has implemented fees for residential Use and Occupancy (U&O) inspections, which are required during many home sales and rentals.
What Is Changing With U&O Inspections?
Under the new policy, a U&O permit fee must be paid at the time of application. The fee structure varies by property type:
Single-family homes: $110
Duplex properties: $135
These fees include:
One initial inspection
One re-inspection, if needed
This two-inspection structure was recommended by Realtors and SRA staff during discussions with township officials to help limit unexpected costs during a transaction.
Additional Inspection Fees
If a property requires more than one re-inspection, an additional $75 fee per inspection will apply.
Apartment buildings with three or more units, as well as commercial properties, fall under a separate fee schedule.
Cancellation and No-Show Fees
Upper Darby Township has also outlined penalties for inspection cancellations or access issues. A $100 fee will be assessed if:
An inspection is canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice
Access to the property is not granted
The applicant fails to appear for the scheduled inspection
These fees are important for sellers and landlords to keep in mind when coordinating inspections during a transaction.Homeowners, buyers, sellers, and investors in Upper Darby Township should be aware of a new cost associated with property transfers. Beginning January 1, 2026, Upper Darby has implemented fees for residential Use and Occupancy (U&O) inspections, which are required during many home sales and rentals.
What Is Changing With U&O Inspections?
Under the new policy, a U&O permit fee must be paid at the time of application. The fee structure varies by property type:
Single-family homes: $110
Duplex properties: $135
These fees include:
One initial inspection
One re-inspection, if needed
This two-inspection structure was recommended by Realtors and SRA staff during discussions with township officials to help limit unexpected costs during a transaction.
Additional Inspection Fees
If a property requires more than one re-inspection, an additional $75 fee per inspection will apply.
Apartment buildings with three or more units, as well as commercial properties, fall under a separate fee schedule.
Cancellation and No-Show Fees
Upper Darby Township has also outlined penalties for inspection cancellations or access issues. A $100 fee will be assessed if:
An inspection is canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice
Access to the property is not granted
The applicant fails to appear for the scheduled inspection
These fees are important for sellers and landlords to keep in mind when coordinating inspections during a transaction.
Source: Upper Darby Township; 1/1/2026
