City Building Permits

Ford City Borough, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Ford City Borough, Pennsylvania. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Pennsylvania Armstrong County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Ford City publicly states Chris Yanoff handles code enforcement and occupancy inspections, while borough permit forms ask whether a Bureau Veritas permit is also required

Department
Ford City Borough; Code Enforcement/Zoning Officer and Building Permit Officer/Codes Enforcement Officer listed as Chris Yanoff
Address
1000 4th Ave., Ford City, PA 16226
Phone
724-763-3081
Website
https://fordcityborough.org/council/ ; https://fordcityborough.org/departments/police-department/

Online Permit Portal

Open Ford City website document library

Platform: Ford City website document library • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Start with the borough zoning permit application and determine whether the project also requires Bureau Veritas review.
  2. Submit the borough application with plot plan, floor plans if applicable, and project details.
  3. If the form indicates Bureau Veritas review is required, complete the Bureau Veritas permit package too.
  4. Schedule borough occupancy or code inspections as directed by the office.

Typical processing time: No general turnaround posted

Source: Ford City Borough; Code Enforcement/Zoning Officer and Building Permit Officer/Codes Enforcement Officer listed as Chris Yanoff

General Requirements

Borough zoning permit form covers erect, repair, alter, extend, remove, demolish, and occupy; Ford City also states occupancy inspections are handled by the code enforcement officer, and some projects require Bureau Veritas review

Required Documents

  • Borough zoning application, plot plan, floor plans where applicable, estimated construction cost, and Bureau Veritas application when marked required
Permit validity
Not clearly published on the reviewed public pages
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code with borough zoning and occupancy enforcement
Contractor requirements
Pennsylvania HICPA registration over $5,000; additional workers' compensation documents may be required when Bureau Veritas review applies

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Not publicly posted
Plan check fee
Not publicly posted
Permit fee formula
Not publicly posted
Reinspection fee
Not publicly posted
Payment note
Confirm with the borough office; Bureau Veritas fees apply where the borough form indicates Bureau Veritas review is required

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • No comprehensive Ford City exempt-work list was found on the reviewed public pages

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Call the borough office for occupancy inspections (other)
  • other inspections depend on whether Bureau Veritas review is triggered (other)
Inspection hours
Not publicly posted

Typical inspection sequence: Varies by whether the project is borough-only zoning/occupancy or also routed through Bureau Veritas for UCC review

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Ford City Borough; Code Enforcement/Zoning Officer and Building Permit Officer/Codes Enforcement Officer listed as Chris Yanoff before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ford City Borough Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Ford City Borough, PA?
Borough zoning permit form covers erect, repair, alter, extend, remove, demolish, and occupy; Ford City also states occupancy inspections are handled by the code enforcement officer, and some projects require Bureau Veritas review
How much does a building permit cost in Ford City Borough, PA?
The minimum permit fee is Not publicly posted. Fees are calculated as: Not publicly posted. Plan check fee: Not publicly posted.
How do I apply for a building permit in Ford City Borough, PA?
1. Start with the borough zoning permit application and determine whether the project also requires Bureau Veritas review. 2. Submit the borough application with plot plan, floor plans if applicable, and project details. 3. If the form indicates Bureau Veritas review is required, complete the Bureau Veritas permit package too. 4. Schedule borough occupancy or code inspections as directed by the office.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Ford City Borough, PA?
Typical processing time is No general turnaround posted.
What work is exempt from building permits in Ford City Borough, PA?
The following work is generally exempt: No comprehensive Ford City exempt-work list was found on the reviewed public pages.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Ford City Borough, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Call the borough office for occupancy inspections, other inspections depend on whether Bureau Veritas review is triggered.

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