Building Permit information

Uniform construction code

The Borough of Mount Penn has adopted the Uniform Construction Code and underneath that law uses the International Residential Code 2018, International Building Code 2018, National Electric Code, International Mechanical Code 2018, and International Plumbing Code 2018 for inspections.

The Uniform Construction Code requires that permits be acquired by an owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a residential or commercial building or erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace an electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system. A quick list of common projects that do not require permits is included below.

Some projects will require one permit, but there are times when a project is required to be inspected under two or more codes that requires additional permits. If you have questions about what permits are needed, you may contact the Borough Office, or you may use the Permit Checklist button for a simple form to guide you which permits you may need.

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Permit Forms below

Building permits

Electrical Permits

Building Permits are for the Construction, Alteration, or Demolition of Commercial or Residential Structure. Variations of those requirements apply to erecting, enlarging, repairing, moving, or changing the occupancy of a structure or facility.

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Electrical Permits

Electrical Permits are for the Construction, Alteration, or Demolition of Electrical System. Variations of those requirements apply to erecting, installing, enlarging, altering, repairing, removing, converting or replacing an Electrical System.

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Mechanical and hvac permits

Mechanical Permits, also known as HVAC Permits, are for the Construction, Alteration, or Demolition of Electrical System. Variations of those requirements apply to erecting, installing, enlarging, altering, repairing, removing, converting or replacing a Mechanical System.

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Plumbing Permits

Mechanical and hvac permits

Plumbing Permits are for the Construction, Alteration, or Demolition of Electrical System. Variations of those requirements apply to erecting, installing, enlarging, altering, repairing, removing, converting or replacing a Plumbing System.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at admin@mtpennborough.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What types of permits does Borough of Mt Penn issue?

Borough of Mt Penn issues a wide range of permits including building permits, zoning permits, and special event permits. Please visit our Permits page for a detailed list.

What is the processing time for a permit application?

The processing time varies depending on the type of permit you are applying for, but for Residential Permits it is up to three weeks, and for Commercial Permits it is up to a month for review. Please refer to the specific permit page for more information.

What work does not require a permit?

Fences that are no more than 6 feet high (Fences shorter than 6-feet must still receive a Zoning Permit).
Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet in height measured from the lowest level of grade to the top of the wall unless the wall supports a surcharge
Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1.
Sidewalks and driveways that are 30 inches or less above adjacent grade and not placed over a basement or story below it.
Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than 24 inches deep.
Swings and other playground equipment accessory to a one- or two-family dwelling.
Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not 'project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support.
Installation of an uncovered deck where the floor of the deck is no more than 30 inches above grade.
Installation or rearrangement of communications wiring.

Building Permit information

Uniform construction code

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Permit Forms below

Building permits

Electrical Permits

Electrical Permits

Electrical Permits

Electrical Permits

Electrical Permits

Mechanical and hvac permits

Mechanical and hvac permits

Mechanical and hvac permits

Plumbing Permits

Mechanical and hvac permits

Mechanical and hvac permits

Frequently Asked Questions

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