City Building Permits

Duncansville Borough, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Blair County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

The borough zoning page states applicants may drop off zoning applications at the borough office and identifies Commonwealth Code as the inspection agency for UCC work.

Department
Duncansville Borough Zoning Office; Inspection Agency listed as Commonwealth Code
Address
315 14th Street, Duncansville, PA 16635
Phone
814-695-9548 ext. 3
Website
https://duncansvillepa.gov/zoning/

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Download the borough zoning permit application from the zoning page.
  2. Submit the completed application to the borough office during business hours or through the mail slot after hours.
  3. Coordinate UCC review and inspections with the borough's listed inspection agency, Commonwealth Code.
  4. Pay the applicable local and agency fees and receive the permit.
  5. Complete required inspections and obtain final approval before occupancy or use.

Source: Duncansville Borough Zoning Office; Inspection Agency listed as Commonwealth Code

General Requirements

Borough zoning review applies to regulated work; UCC-regulated construction also routes to the listed inspection agency

Required Documents

  • Permit application and supporting materials as required by the borough and Commonwealth Code
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code with Commonwealth Code listed as inspection agency
Contractor requirements
Pennsylvania HICPA registration applies where required

Fees

Payment note
Confirm payee and payment method with the borough office and inspection agency

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Pennsylvania UCC exemptions remain the best verified public baseline

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Through Commonwealth Code after permit intake and issuance (other)

Typical inspection sequence: Borough zoning application, UCC review by Commonwealth Code, permit issuance, required inspections, final approval

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Duncansville Borough Zoning Office; Inspection Agency listed as Commonwealth Code before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Duncansville Borough Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Duncansville Borough, PA?
Borough zoning review applies to regulated work; UCC-regulated construction also routes to the listed inspection agency
How do I apply for a building permit in Duncansville Borough, PA?
1. Download the borough zoning permit application from the zoning page. 2. Submit the completed application to the borough office during business hours or through the mail slot after hours. 3. Coordinate UCC review and inspections with the borough's listed inspection agency, Commonwealth Code. 4. Pay the applicable local and agency fees and receive the permit. 5. Complete required inspections and obtain final approval before occupancy or use.
What work is exempt from building permits in Duncansville Borough, PA?
The following work is generally exempt: ; Pennsylvania UCC exemptions remain the best verified public baseline.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Duncansville Borough, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Through Commonwealth Code after permit intake and issuance.

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