City Building Permits

Butler Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Butler Township, Pennsylvania. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Pennsylvania Adams County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Department
Butler Township; Building Permit Officer James Zerfing, MDIA
Address
2379 Table Rock Rd, PO Box 339, Biglerville, PA 17307
Phone
Township 717-677-6712; MDIA Camp Hill 717-761-5340
Website
http://www.butlertwp.us

Online Permit Portal

Open Direct MDIA forms and email/electronic plan review

Platform: Direct MDIA forms and email/electronic plan review • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Confirm township zoning approval and whether a local application is required before MDIA review.
  2. Complete the township or MDIA permit application and prepare a full PDF plan set if electronic review is used.
  3. Email the application and plans to MDIA or use the municipality's submission path; MDIA says files under 10 MB may be emailed and larger packages may use a link or Dropbox.
  4. MDIA forwards the building permit application to the municipal Building Code Official for authorization to begin UCC review.
  5. After review approval, submit any required hard copy plans to the township, pay fees, obtain the permit placard, and then schedule inspections.

Typical processing time: MDIA says the UCC review clock does not begin until the municipal Building Code Official accepts the application for UCC review

General Requirements

MDIA permit form covers new buildings, additions, alterations, repairs, demolition, relocation, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, energy, foundation-only work, and changes of use

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • municipal approval path
  • complete construction documents
  • and floodplain/historic information if applicable
Permit validity
State UCC default timing applies

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • No Butler Township-specific exempt-work list was found in reviewed sources
  • State UCC exemptions appear to govern where applicable

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Through MDIA and township contacts after permit issuance (other)
Inspection hours
Not clearly published in Butler Township-specific reviewed sources

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Butler Township; Building Permit Officer James Zerfing, MDIA before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Butler Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Butler Township, PA?
MDIA permit form covers new buildings, additions, alterations, repairs, demolition, relocation, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, energy, foundation-only work, and changes of use
How do I apply for a building permit in Butler Township, PA?
1. Confirm township zoning approval and whether a local application is required before MDIA review. 2. Complete the township or MDIA permit application and prepare a full PDF plan set if electronic review is used. 3. Email the application and plans to MDIA or use the municipality's submission path; MDIA says files under 10 MB may be emailed and larger packages may use a link or Dropbox. 4. MDIA forwards the building permit application to the municipal Building Code Official for authorization to begin UCC review. 5. After review approval, submit any required hard copy plans to the township, pay fees, obtain the permit placard, and then schedule inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Butler Township, PA?
Typical processing time is MDIA says the UCC review clock does not begin until the municipal Building Code Official accepts the application for UCC review.
What work is exempt from building permits in Butler Township, PA?
The following work is generally exempt: No Butler Township-specific exempt-work list was found in reviewed sources; State UCC exemptions appear to govern where applicable.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Butler Township, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Through MDIA and township contacts after permit issuance.

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