Applewold Borough, PA — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

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

Street address

8 Hickory Street, Kittanning, PA 16201; Bureau Veritas, 204 Butler Road, Suite 3, Kittanning, PA 16201

Phone

Borough 724-543-1224; Bureau Veritas 724-548-1414

applewoldboro@windstream.net

Coverage

Borough-level UCC building permits are handled through Bureau Veritas

Online portal

Bureau Veritas permit application PDF

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Resource ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Applewold Borough

PA UCC permit triggers apply to structural work, additions, demolitions, occupancy changes, and regulated electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or gas work

Scope of work

Permit?

Same statewide residential UCC exemptions listed for Apollo Borough apply unless local ordinance is more restrictive

Exempt

Exempt Same statewide residential UCC exemptions listed for Apollo Borough apply unless local ordinance is more restrictive

Required documents

Bureau Veritas application, municipal approval, plans/specs when required, plot/site plan, insurance or exemption documents, and any applicable floodplain or highway approvals

Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code, with the January 1, 2026 statewide triennial update effective subject to PA L&I's accessibility injunction notice
Permit validity: 180-day commencement and abandonment rule, maximum 5-year validity under PA UCC
Owner-builder: Owner or authorized agent may apply
Contractor requirements: Pennsylvania HICPA registration over $5,000 and workers' compensation documentation where applicable

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Residential review is subject to the Pennsylvania UCC 15-business-day rule unless extended in writing

01

Obtain any needed municipal zoning or utility approvals first.
02

Complete the Bureau Veritas application and municipal signoff section.
03

Submit plans, site plan, workers' compensation documentation, and related outside approvals to Bureau Veritas.
04

Pay fees and wait for permit issuance before starting work.

Typical processing time: Residential review is subject to the Pennsylvania UCC 15-business-day rule unless extended in writing

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

§ 04

Fee schedule

Applewold Borough building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

See Bureau Veritas Armstrong schedule, including $480 minimum new home and $250 minimum residential addition

Plan check fee

Included in permit fee

Permit fee formula

Square-foot fees for new homes and valuation pricing for alterations/additions

Reinspection fee

Up to 3 reinspections included within reason; refund requests are reduced by 30 percent for plan review/administration

State training fee is extra

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Through Bureau Veritas after permit issuance (other)

Inspection hours: Not publicly posted

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

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Applewold Borough permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Applewold Borough, PA? ▸

PA UCC permit triggers apply to structural work, additions, demolitions, occupancy changes, and regulated electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or gas work

02 How much does a building permit cost in Applewold Borough, PA? ▸

Building permit fees in Applewold Borough, PA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is See Bureau Veritas Armstrong schedule, including $480 minimum new home and $250 minimum residential addition. Fees are calculated as: Square-foot fees for new homes and valuation pricing for alterations/additions. Plan check fee: Included in permit fee.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Applewold Borough, PA? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Applewold Borough, PA, follow these steps: 1. Obtain any needed municipal zoning or utility approvals first. 2. Complete the Bureau Veritas application and municipal signoff section. 3. Submit plans, site plan, workers' compensation documentation, and related outside approvals to Bureau Veritas. 4. Pay fees and wait for permit issuance before starting work.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Applewold Borough, PA? ▸

Building permit processing times in Applewold Borough, PA typically run Residential review is subject to the Pennsylvania UCC 15-business-day rule unless extended in writing. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Applewold Borough, PA? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Applewold Borough, PA. The following work is generally exempt: Same statewide residential UCC exemptions listed for Apollo Borough apply unless local ordinance is more restrictive. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Applewold Borough, PA? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Applewold Borough, PA via: Through Bureau Veritas after permit issuance.

last verified April 2026 source Applewold Borough; UCC building permit officer listed as Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. ↗ entry id permits/pennsylvania/armstrong/applewold-borough

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Applewold Borough; UCC building permit officer listed as Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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