City Building Permits

Cumberland Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Adams County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Department
Cumberland Township; Permit/Zoning by Pennsylvania Municipal Code Alliance
Address
1370 Fairfield Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325; county page notes temporary office at 730 Chambersburg Rd
Phone
Township 717-334-6485; PMCA 717-496-4996 ext. 172
Website
https://cumberlandtwppa.gov

Online Permit Portal

Open CommunityCore for PMCA

Platform: CommunityCore for PMCA • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Verify township land-use approval requirements before UCC submittal.
  2. File through CommunityCore or a PMCA application packet.
  3. Submit plans, site plan, and supporting documents.
  4. PMCA reviews for UCC compliance and coordinates issuance.
  5. Pay fees, receive the permit, and request inspections through PMCA.

Typical processing time: State UCC review periods generally govern complete PMCA applications

General Requirements

Pennsylvania UCC triggers apply to regulated building and system work

Required Documents

  • PMCA application
  • plans/specifications as needed
  • site plan
  • municipal approvals
  • and workers compensation information
Permit validity
State UCC default timing applies

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • State UCC exemption list applies; no township-specific exempt-work page was located

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • PMCA online inspection request page (other)
Inspection hours
Before 3:00 PM generally next business day; after 3:00 PM generally 2 business days out

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Cumberland Township; Permit/Zoning by Pennsylvania Municipal Code Alliance before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cumberland Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Cumberland Township, PA?
Pennsylvania UCC triggers apply to regulated building and system work
How do I apply for a building permit in Cumberland Township, PA?
1. Verify township land-use approval requirements before UCC submittal. 2. File through CommunityCore or a PMCA application packet. 3. Submit plans, site plan, and supporting documents. 4. PMCA reviews for UCC compliance and coordinates issuance. 5. Pay fees, receive the permit, and request inspections through PMCA.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Cumberland Township, PA?
Typical processing time is State UCC review periods generally govern complete PMCA applications.
What work is exempt from building permits in Cumberland Township, PA?
The following work is generally exempt: State UCC exemption list applies; no township-specific exempt-work page was located.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Cumberland Township, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: PMCA online inspection request page.

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