City Building Permits

North Buffalo Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Armstrong County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Township UCC permits are handled through Code.Sys

Department
North Buffalo Township; building permit officer listed as Code.Sys
Address
149 McHaddon Road, Kittanning, PA 16201; Code.Sys, 321 Grant Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15209
Phone
Township 724-543-5035; Code.Sys 877-821-0337
Website
https://code-sys.com/contact-us/ ; https://www.co.armstrong.pa.us/images/departments/planning/planning/municipaldirectory.pdf

Online Permit Portal

Open Code.Sys New Project Submittal / payment portal

Platform: Code.Sys New Project Submittal / payment portal • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Obtain township approvals if required.
  2. Submit the Code.Sys application and plans through the website or by direct office contact.
  3. Include insurance/exemption documents and outside approvals.
  4. Pay fees and schedule inspections after issuance.

Typical processing time: Code.Sys says complete projects are generally processed in 24 to 48 hours

Source: North Buffalo Township; building permit officer listed as Code.Sys

General Requirements

PA UCC baseline applies

Required Documents

  • Application, plans/site plan as needed, insurance/exemption documentation, and outside approvals as applicable
Permit validity
PA UCC default 180-day and 5-year rules
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code
Owner-builder
Owner or authorized agent may apply
Contractor requirements
Pennsylvania HICPA registration over $5,000; workers' compensation documentation where applicable

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
Code.Sys states online payment is available without login

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • No township-specific public exempt-work list was found; statewide PA UCC exemptions are the best verified baseline

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Through Code.Sys (other)
Inspection hours
Not publicly posted

Typical inspection sequence: Standard PA UCC inspections generally apply

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the North Buffalo Township; building permit officer listed as Code.Sys before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

North Buffalo Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in North Buffalo Township, PA?
PA UCC baseline applies
How much does a building permit cost in North Buffalo Township, 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 North Buffalo Township, PA?
1. Obtain township approvals if required. 2. Submit the Code.Sys application and plans through the website or by direct office contact. 3. Include insurance/exemption documents and outside approvals. 4. Pay fees and schedule inspections after issuance.
How long does it take to get a building permit in North Buffalo Township, PA?
Typical processing time is Code.Sys says complete projects are generally processed in 24 to 48 hours.
What work is exempt from building permits in North Buffalo Township, PA?
The following work is generally exempt: No township-specific public exempt-work list was found; statewide PA UCC exemptions are the best verified baseline.
How do I schedule a building inspection in North Buffalo Township, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Through Code.Sys.

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