City of Beaver Falls

The city enforces the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code and requires permits for building, zoning, demolition, change of use, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, signage, dumpsters, demolition, curb cuts, and occupancy-related forms listed on the city code page.

Note: No city-specific exempt work list was published on the reviewed Beaver Falls pages or permit forms; verify minor maintenance and nonstructural work directly with the code office before starting.

Building code

PA UCC. City page lists the 2018 I-Codes, but Pennsylvania's UCC triennial update took effect January 1, 2026; confirm with the city or its third party reviewer which code edition applies to a given filing date during the transition period.

Permit validity

The application states permits may become null and void and revocable for violations; no standard expiration term was published in the reviewed city materials.

Owner-builder

Application may be signed by the owner or authorized agent.

Contractor requirements

Pennsylvania home improvement contractor registration applies for covered residential work; workers compensation proof is required by the application.

1. 01
   Contact the Code Enforcement and Rental Registration office to confirm zoning and permit requirements and pull the correct city form.
2. 02
   Complete the city UCC/Building Permit Application with owner, contractor, design professional, work description, and estimated fair market value.
3. 03
   Submit plans and any supporting municipal approvals required for the site; curb cut, sewer, water, and land development approvals may also be required.
4. 04
   Obtain the UCC building permit through the city's third party agency after zoning and local prerequisites are satisfied.
5. 05
   Pay plan review, inspection, zoning, and state fees before permit issuance.
6. 06
   Post the permit, complete required inspections, and obtain a certificate of occupancy before occupancy where applicable.

Source: Department of Code Enforcement and Rental Registration, City of Beaver Falls ↗

Application indicates multiple fee components are collected before issuance

• Through the city's third party UCC inspection agency after permit issuance (phone)

Typical sequence: Permit posting, required trade and building inspections, then final inspection and certificate of occupancy before use where applicable