Pleasantville Borough, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Pennsylvania L&I lists Pleasantville Borough as an OPT-OUT municipality. Under the UCC, L&I handles commercial enforcement, while residential code enforcement must be performed by a certified third-party agency hired by the owner or contractor.

Department

Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, Bureau of Occupational and Industrial Safety for commercial UCC enforcement; certified third-party agency chosen by the owner or contractor for residential UCC enforcement

Address

Department of Labor and Industry, UCC Division, 651 Boas Street, Room 1613, Harrisburg, PA 17121-0750

Phone

State UCC line not listed on the reviewed municipal elections page; use the PA UCC site contact paths. One certified Bedford County third-party option is PMCA Bedford Office at (814) 310-2326.

Email

State UCC triennial questions page lists RA-LI-UCC-Triennial@pa.gov , one certified Bedford County third-party option is pmcabedford@pacodealliance.com

Website

https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dli/programs-services/labor-management-relations/bureau-of-occupational-and-industrial-safety/uniform-construction-code-home

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Determine whether the project is residential or commercial, because opt-out municipalities split enforcement by occupancy type.
2. For commercial work, use Pennsylvania L&I UCC filing procedures and forms for state commercial plan review and permit issuance.
3. For residential work, hire a certified third-party agency that is authorized to work in Bedford County; PMCA is one listed option on the state third-party agency list.
4. Submit the application, plans, site plan, workers compensation documents, and any required municipal land use approval to the correct reviewer.
5. Follow Pennsylvania UCC timing rules; standard residential applications are generally reviewed within 15 business days, sealed residential submissions within 5 business days, and other UCC permit applications within 30 business days unless extended by agreement.
6. Pay the reviewer fees, obtain the permit, keep it on site, and schedule inspections with L&I or the selected third-party agency.
7. Obtain final approval or certificate of occupancy where applicable before occupancy.

Typical processing time: Pennsylvania UCC timing is generally 15 business days for standard residential permits, 5 business days for certain sealed residential submissions, and 30 business days for other UCC permits; reviewer-specific intake timing may vary.

Source: Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, Bureau of Occupational and Industrial Safety for commercial UCC enforcement; certified third-party agency chosen by the owner or contractor for residential UCC enforcement

General Requirements

Pennsylvania UCC permit triggers still apply in opt-out municipalities; what changes is the enforcing authority, not the substantive permit trigger.

Required Documents

• Application form
• site plan
• plans or supporting drawings as required by project type
• workers compensation information or waiver
• and any required local land use approval.

Permit validity

A permit becomes invalid if work does not begin within 180 days of issuance or is suspended or abandoned for 180 days; a permit may not remain valid for more than 5 years from issue date unless extended in writing.

Building code

Pennsylvania UCC. Pennsylvania L&I lists this municipality as opt-out, and no local pre-July 1, 1999 amendments were shown on the municipal elections table.

Owner-builder

Homeowners may act as owner-builders and may claim a workers compensation exemption only if they do all work themselves without hiring others to assist.

Contractor requirements

Pennsylvania has no general statewide contractor license for most construction work, but home improvement contractors on covered jobs over $5,000 must register under HICPA. Local trade licensing requirements were not consistently published in reviewed Bedford County municipal sources.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Not publicly identified from one countywide source

Plan check fee

Varies by reviewer

Permit fee formula

Varies by reviewer and permit type

Reinspection fee

Varies by reviewer; PMCA public packet language states additional fees may apply for failed or missed inspections

Payment note

Confirm payment rules with L&I for commercial work or with the selected residential third-party agency.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Fences not over 6 feet high
• Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting surcharge or impounding regulated liquids
• Water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons with qualifying height-to-width ratio
• Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade and not over a basement or story below and not part of an accessible route
• Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
• Certain shallow above-ground prefabricated pools under 24 inches deep and 5,000 gallons
• Swings and other playground equipment accessory to 1- and 2-family dwellings
• Window replacement without structural change
• Minor electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work listed in 34 Pa. Code Chapter 403, including specified fixture and leak repairs

Inspections

How to Schedule

Scheduling deadline

Reviewer-specific; if PMCA is selected for residential work, the Bedford Office is listed as open 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and online requests submitted before 3:00 PM are generally targeted for the next business day

Typical inspection sequence: Permit issuance, then applicable footing or foundation, framing, rough trade, insulation or energy, and final inspections depending on project scope

Reviewer-specific; PMCA states additional fees may apply for failed or missed inspections

Additional Resources

• Building code: Pennsylvania UCC. Pennsylvania L&I lists this municipality as opt-out, and no local pre-July 1, 1999 amendments were shown on the municipal elections table.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• License lookup guide: Pennsylvania Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Pennsylvania Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Pennsylvania hub: Pennsylvania Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Pleasantville Borough Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Pleasantville Borough, PA?

Pennsylvania UCC permit triggers still apply in opt-out municipalities; what changes is the enforcing authority, not the substantive permit trigger.

How much does a building permit cost in Pleasantville Borough, PA?

The minimum permit fee is Not publicly identified from one countywide source. Fees are calculated as: Varies by reviewer and permit type. Plan check fee: Varies by reviewer.

How do I apply for a building permit in Pleasantville Borough, PA?

1. Determine whether the project is residential or commercial, because opt-out municipalities split enforcement by occupancy type. 2. For commercial work, use Pennsylvania L&I UCC filing procedures and forms for state commercial plan review and permit issuance. 3. For residential work, hire a certified third-party agency that is authorized to work in Bedford County; PMCA is one listed option on the state third-party agency list. 4. Submit the application, plans, site plan, workers compensation documents, and any required municipal land use approval to the correct reviewer. 5. Follow Pennsylvania UCC timing rules; standard residential applications are generally reviewed within 15 business days, sealed residential submissions within 5 business days, and other UCC permit applications within 30 business days unless extended by agreement. 6. Pay the reviewer fees, obtain the permit, keep it on site, and schedule inspections with L&I or the selected third-party agency. 7. Obtain final approval or certificate of occupancy where applicable before occupancy.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Pleasantville Borough, PA?

Typical processing time is Pennsylvania UCC timing is generally 15 business days for standard residential permits, 5 business days for certain sealed residential submissions, and 30 business days for other UCC permits; reviewer-specific intake timing may vary..

What work is exempt from building permits in Pleasantville Borough, PA?

The following work is generally exempt: Fences not over 6 feet high; Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting surcharge or impounding regulated liquids; Water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons with qualifying height-to-width ratio; Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade and not over a basement or story below and not part of an accessible route; Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work; Certain shallow above-ground prefabricated pools under 24 inches deep and 5,000 gallons; Swings and other playground equipment accessory to 1- and 2-family dwellings; Window replacement without structural change; Minor electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work listed in 34 Pa. Code Chapter 403, including specified fixture and leak repairs.

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