Borough of Wyomissing

UCC permit required before construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, movement, demolition, or change in occupancy of residential or commercial buildings; for regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing systems; for pools, hot tubs, and spas; for detached structures over 1,000 square feet; and before occupancy where a UCC certificate of occupancy is required. Commercial building projects also generally require a miscellaneous/zoning permit.

• Exempt Emergency repairs or replacement of equipment done before permit issuance if application is filed within 3 business days after the repair or replacement
• Exempt Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, flooring, cabinets, countertops, and similar finishing work
• Exempt Swings and playground equipment accessory to a one- or two-family dwelling
• Exempt Replacement of glass in a window or door
• Exempt Same-opening window, door, garage door, storm window, and storm door replacements without framing changes
• Exempt Roof material replacement not exceeding 25 percent of roof area in any 12-month period
• Exempt Replacement of existing siding
• Exempt Installation of additional roll or batt insulation
• Exempt Minor listed electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC work per the borough's UCC exemptions handout

Note: Fences no more than 6 feet high, retaining walls not over 4 feet high, sidewalks and driveways 30 inches or less above grade, prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep, and uncovered decks no more than 30 inches above grade still require a Miscellaneous Permit.

Building code

Pennsylvania UCC

Owner-builder

Owner or owner's authorized agent may obtain permits under the UCC framework.

Contractor requirements

PA home improvement registration and trade-specific state requirements apply where applicable. No separate municipal contractor licensing program on the main permit page.

1. 01
   Identify the permit type: dumpster/storage, temporary use/sign, residential miscellaneous/zoning, residential building, commercial building, or operational permit.
2. 02
   Download the correct PDF application and follow the instructions on that form.
3. 03
   Assemble supporting documents and fees, including plot plans where required.
4. 04
   Deliver the packet to Borough Hall in person, place it in the drop box, or mail it to Borough Hall. Include a stamped self-addressed envelope with correct postage if return mailing is needed.
5. 05
   Borough staff and its third-party reviewers route the application to Kraft or McCarthy as applicable.
6. 06
   Permit is issued after review. Permits are not issued immediately.

Typical processing time: Several business days for dumpsters, temporary use/signs, and operational permits; up to 2 weeks for miscellaneous/zoning permits.

Source: Permits, Zoning & Codes Enforcement; Kraft Municipal Group; McCarthy Engineering ↗

Submit appropriate fees with the permit application. Mailed return envelopes must include correct postage. No online payment or online submission option is accepted.

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

• Kraft Municipal Group (residential) or borough fire staff (fire inspection) (phone)

Typical sequence: Depends on permit type and UCC scope. Borough does not publish one unified sequence on the main page.