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East Franklin Township

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

Code adoption
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

East Franklin Township; UCC building permit officer listed as Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

Street address
106 Cherry Orchard Avenue, Kittanning, PA 16201; Bureau Veritas, 204 Butler Road, Suite 3, Kittanning, PA 16201
Coverage
Township UCC permits are handled through Bureau Veritas
Online portal
Bureau Veritas permit application PDF
Bureau Veritas permit application PDF
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for East Franklin Township

Standard PA UCC permit triggers apply

Same statewide residential UCC exemptions listed for Apollo Borough apply unless local ordinance is more restrictive
  • Exempt Same statewide residential UCC exemptions listed for Apollo Borough apply unless local ordinance is more restrictive
Required documents
  • Bureau Veritas application, township signoff, plans/site plan, workers' compensation documentation, and outside approvals as applicable
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code
Permit validity
PA UCC default 180-day and 5-year rules
Owner-builder
Owner or authorized agent may apply
Contractor requirements
Pennsylvania HICPA registration over $5,000; workers' compensation documentation where applicable
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Residential review generally follows the PA UCC 15-business-day rule

  1. 01
    Secure township approvals as needed.
  2. 02
    Complete the Bureau Veritas application and township signoff.
  3. 03
    Submit plans/site plan and insurance/exemption documents to Bureau Veritas.
  4. 04
    Pay fees, receive permit, and schedule inspections.

Typical processing time: Residential review generally follows the PA UCC 15-business-day rule

Source: East Franklin Township; UCC building permit officer listed as Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

East Franklin Township building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Bureau Veritas Armstrong schedule applies
02
Plan check fee
Included in permit fee
03
Permit fee formula
Same Bureau Veritas Armstrong schedule used in Apollo Borough
04
Reinspection fee
Up to 3 reinspections included within reason

State training fee extra

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Through Bureau Veritas (other)
Inspection hours
Not publicly posted

Typical sequence: Foundation; systems; frame/masonry; wallboard where applicable; final

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about East Franklin Township permits

01 Do I need a building permit in East Franklin Township, PA?
Standard PA UCC permit triggers apply
02 How much does a building permit cost in East Franklin Township, PA?
Building permit fees in East Franklin Township, PA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Bureau Veritas Armstrong schedule applies. Fees are calculated as: Same Bureau Veritas Armstrong schedule used in Apollo Borough. Plan check fee: Included in permit fee.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in East Franklin Township, PA?
To apply for a building permit in East Franklin Township, PA, follow these steps: 1. Secure township approvals as needed. 2. Complete the Bureau Veritas application and township signoff. 3. Submit plans/site plan and insurance/exemption documents to Bureau Veritas. 4. Pay fees, receive permit, and schedule inspections.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in East Franklin Township, PA?
Building permit processing times in East Franklin Township, PA typically run Residential review generally follows the PA UCC 15-business-day rule. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in East Franklin Township, PA?
Not all construction work requires a permit in East Franklin Township, 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 East Franklin Township, PA?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in East Franklin Township, PA via: Through Bureau Veritas.
last verified April 2026 source East Franklin Township; UCC building permit officer listed as Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. ↗ entry id permits/pennsylvania/armstrong/east-franklin-township

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