A UCC Building Permit is required if you intend to construct, enlarge, convert, move, demolish or change the occupancy of any residential building or accessory structure regulated by the Uniform Construction Code. This includes:
- Any work on Commercial (Businesses or Industrial) structures & Multi-Family (3 or more) units
- All new construction
- Any addition containing living space
- Attached garages (including those attached by a breezeway)
- Any deck or ramp with a floor over 30” from the ground at any point
- Any roof addition or replacement/repair of framing when attached to the house
- Detached residential accessory structures over 1000 square feet. (some Agricultural buildings may be exempt, call for guidelines and an exemption form)
- Most residential renovations, interior and exterior.
- All in-ground swimming pools or above-ground pools that have more than 24” of water AND are permanent
- Any fence more than 6’ in height or any masonry or retaining wall more than 4’ in height
Before Starting Any Project, CALL:
- PA One-Call at 1.800.242.1776 or 811 at least 3 days before you start digging
- Your Local Borough or Township Office, even if your project does not require a UCC Building Permit, it may require Zoning or other approvals from the Municipality.
- Your County Soil Conservation District
- Your County Planning Commission
What will I need to get a UCC Building Permit?
- A completed UCC Building Permit Application (UCC Building Permit Application)
- A minimum of 2 sets of construction Prints for residential or 3 sets of construction prints for commercial.
- Although Residential plans do NOT need to be professionally drawn, after reviewing the prints the CKCOG should know how you are constructing the project and that you understand how the Building Code applies to your project.
- Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Family plans must be signed and sealed by a design professional.
Depending the location and scope of your project, you may also need:
- Zoning Permit/ Municipality Approval
- Water/Sewer Connections or an On-Lot Sewer System Permit
- Driveway Permit from your Municipality or PENNDOT
- Approved Subdivision or Land Development Plans
- A Valid Street Address from your County GIS Department
- Floodplain management regulations compliance
If you are unsure whether or not you need a UCC Building Permit or other approvals, please contact the CKCOG and we will be happy to be of assistance. Additional Building Code information, including detailed checklists and fee schedules are all available on the www.CKCOG.com website.
Contact information:
Phone: 570-522-1326
Fax:570-522-1327
Toll Free: 1-877-457-9401
Website: www.ckcog.com
Main Desk Email: permits@ckcog.com