Apollo Borough, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Borough-level UCC enforcement for Apollo is handled through Bureau Veritas as the listed building permit officer

Department

Apollo Borough; UCC building permit officer listed as Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

Address

Borough office, 809 N. Warren Ave., Apollo, PA 15613; Bureau Veritas, 204 Butler Road, Suite 3, Kittanning, PA 16201

Phone

Borough 724-478-4201; Bureau Veritas 724-548-1414

Email

boroughmanager@apollopa.net

Website

https://www.apollopa.net ; https://www.co.armstrong.pa.us/images/departments/planning/planning/municipaldirectory.pdf

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Confirm local zoning, sewage, floodplain, road access, and any other municipal approvals.
2. Complete the Bureau Veritas permit application and municipal prior approval sheet.
3. Submit the application, plot/site plan, construction documents, workers' compensation documentation, and any supporting outside permits to Bureau Veritas.
4. Pay the required fee, receive permit issuance, and post the permit before work starts.

Typical processing time: Pennsylvania UCC residential applications must be granted or denied within 15 business days unless extended in writing; certificate of occupancy is due within 5 business days after a compliant final inspection

Source: Apollo Borough; UCC building permit officer listed as Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

General Requirements

PA UCC permits are required before constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, moving, demolishing, changing occupancy, or installing or replacing regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems

Required Documents

• Completed Bureau Veritas application, municipal prior-approval signoff, plans/specifications as needed, site plan, workers' compensation certificate or exemption affidavit, and any floodplain or PennDOT approvals

Permit validity

Permit becomes invalid if work does not begin within 180 days or is abandoned for 180 days; permit may not remain valid more than 5 years from issue date

Building code

Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code; Pennsylvania's triennial update was published November 8, 2025 with an effective date of January 1, 2026, while PA L&I states 2018 accessibility standards remain in force due the Commonwealth Court injunction

Owner-builder

Owner or authorized agent may apply; workers' compensation exemption documentation is required where applicable

Contractor requirements

Pennsylvania home improvement contractor registration applies to jobs over $5,000; workers' compensation documentation is required with permit submission where applicable

Fees

Minimum permit fee

New one- and two-family home minimum $480; modular single or doublewide minimum $280; residential addition minimum $250; Bureau Veritas may charge below a $60 minimum at the code official's discretion

Plan check fee

Included in the Bureau Veritas permit fee schedule

Permit fee formula

New one- and two-family dwellings are $0.40 per square foot; manufactured/mobile homes are $0.30 per square foot; alterations, additions, decks, porches, signs, repairs, and similar work are $70 for the first $1,000 and $10 per additional $1,000

Reinspection fee

Up to 3 reinspections are included within reason; extra reinspection charges may be imposed by agreement; refunds require a written request and are reduced by 30 percent for plan review and administrative time

Payment note

Bureau Veritas fee schedule states permit is not valid until fees are collected; state training fee is extra

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Fences not over 6 feet high
• Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge
• Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade and not over a basement or story below
• Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep; playground equipment accessory to a 1- or 2-family dwelling; uncovered decks not more than 30 inches above grade
• Ordinary repairs are exempt unless they involve structural cuts, egress changes, or additions/relocation of plumbing, mechanical, gas, sewer, drainage, or electrical systems

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Contact Bureau Veritas after permit issuance (other)

Inspection hours

No public inspection window was posted in the sources reviewed

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation; plumbing, mechanical, and electrical; frame and masonry; wallboard; final

Additional Resources

• Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code; Pennsylvania's triennial update was published November 8, 2025 with an effective date of January 1, 2026, while PA L&I states 2018 accessibility standards remain in force due the Commonwealth Court injunction
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Reference
• Reference
• License lookup guide: Pennsylvania Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Pennsylvania Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Pennsylvania hub: Pennsylvania Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Apollo Borough Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Apollo Borough, PA?

PA UCC permits are required before constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, moving, demolishing, changing occupancy, or installing or replacing regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems

How much does a building permit cost in Apollo Borough, PA?

The minimum permit fee is New one- and two-family home minimum $480; modular single or doublewide minimum $280; residential addition minimum $250; Bureau Veritas may charge below a $60 minimum at the code official's discretion. Fees are calculated as: New one- and two-family dwellings are $0.40 per square foot; manufactured/mobile homes are $0.30 per square foot; alterations, additions, decks, porches, signs, repairs, and similar work are $70 for the first $1,000 and $10 per additional $1,000. Plan check fee: Included in the Bureau Veritas permit fee schedule.

How do I apply for a building permit in Apollo Borough, PA?

1. Confirm local zoning, sewage, floodplain, road access, and any other municipal approvals. 2. Complete the Bureau Veritas permit application and municipal prior approval sheet. 3. Submit the application, plot/site plan, construction documents, workers' compensation documentation, and any supporting outside permits to Bureau Veritas. 4. Pay the required fee, receive permit issuance, and post the permit before work starts.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Apollo Borough, PA?

Typical processing time is Pennsylvania UCC residential applications must be granted or denied within 15 business days unless extended in writing; certificate of occupancy is due within 5 business days after a compliant final inspection.

What work is exempt from building permits in Apollo Borough, PA?

The following work is generally exempt: Fences not over 6 feet high; Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge; Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade and not over a basement or story below; Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep; playground equipment accessory to a 1- or 2-family dwelling; uncovered decks not more than 30 inches above grade; Ordinary repairs are exempt unless they involve structural cuts, egress changes, or additions/relocation of plumbing, mechanical, gas, sewer, drainage, or electrical systems.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Apollo Borough, PA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact Bureau Veritas after permit issuance.

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