How much does a building permit cost in Greenfield Township, PA?

The minimum permit fee is Township permit fee $40.00; township demolition permit has no fee. Fees are calculated as: Township local permits use flat fees shown on the public pages; UCC agency fees depend on PMCA or CCIS schedule. Plan check fee: Through PMCA or CCIS for UCC permits as applicable.

How do I apply for a building permit in Greenfield Township, PA?

1. Determine whether the work needs only a township permit or a UCC permit. Greenfield distinguishes between township-only permits and UCC permits. 2. For township permits, complete the Greenfield Township Building Permit Application and include a site plan. 3. For UCC permits, choose either PMCA or CCIS as the inspection agency and complete that agency's permit application. 4. Obtain supporting approvals that may include E and S review, NPDES, HOP, sewer capacity letter, water service coordination, and a Blair County 9-1-1 address notification. 5. Submit the full package, pay the applicable fees, post the placard, and complete inspections.

What work is exempt from building permits in Greenfield Township, PA?

The following work is generally exempt: Replacement of siding is treated as a minor change under UCC routine maintenance and upkeep; Fence panels under 6 feet require only a township permit, not a UCC permit; Decks under 30 inches high require a township permit rather than a UCC permit; Pools with shallow or lower wall conditions follow the township's posted fence and ladder rules.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Greenfield Township, PA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Through the township for township permits and through PMCA or CCIS for UCC permits.

City Building Permits

Greenfield Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Blair County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Greenfield has its own township building permit process for non-UCC local permits and expressly states residents may choose between PMCA and CCIS for UCC building permits.

Department: Greenfield Township administrative office for township permits; residents may choose Pennsylvania Municipal Code Alliance or Commonwealth Code Inspection Services for UCC building permits
Address: 477 Ski Gap Road, PO Box 313, Claysburg, PA 16625
Phone: 814-239-5313 option 2
Email: akuntz@greenfieldtownshippa.gov
Website: https://www.greenfieldtownshippa.gov/township-building-permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open Township website documents plus PMCA or CCIS external permit systems

Platform: Township website documents plus PMCA or CCIS external permit systems • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Determine whether the work needs only a township permit or a UCC permit. Greenfield distinguishes between township-only permits and UCC permits.
For township permits, complete the Greenfield Township Building Permit Application and include a site plan.
For UCC permits, choose either PMCA or CCIS as the inspection agency and complete that agency's permit application.
Obtain supporting approvals that may include E and S review, NPDES, HOP, sewer capacity letter, water service coordination, and a Blair County 9-1-1 address notification.
Submit the full package, pay the applicable fees, post the placard, and complete inspections.

Source: Greenfield Township administrative office for township permits; residents may choose Pennsylvania Municipal Code Alliance or Commonwealth Code Inspection Services for UCC building permits

General Requirements

Township page says decks under 30 inches need a township permit; attached decks or decks over 30 inches need a UCC permit; sheds, utility and pole buildings need a permit; fences under 6 feet need only a township permit; demolition or removal also needs a permit

Required Documents

Township building permit application, site plan, address notification letter, and project-specific outside approvals
UCC permit packages depend on PMCA or CCIS forms

Permit validity: Township permit projects need to start within 6 months and be completed within 12 months
Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code through PMCA or CCIS, plus township local permit rules
Owner-builder: Renters may apply, but the property owner's signature is required
Contractor requirements: Pennsylvania HICPA registration applies where required

Fees

Minimum permit fee: Township permit fee $40.00; township demolition permit has no fee
Plan check fee: Through PMCA or CCIS for UCC permits as applicable
Permit fee formula: Township local permits use flat fees shown on the public pages; UCC agency fees depend on PMCA or CCIS schedule
Payment note: Pay the township for township permits and the chosen agency for UCC permits

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Replacement of siding is treated as a minor change under UCC routine maintenance and upkeep
Fence panels under 6 feet require only a township permit, not a UCC permit
Decks under 30 inches high require a township permit rather than a UCC permit
Pools with shallow or lower wall conditions follow the township's posted fence and ladder rules

Inspections

How to Schedule

Through the township for township permits and through PMCA or CCIS for UCC permits (other)

Typical inspection sequence: Township intake and site approvals, UCC agency permit issuance if needed, placard posting, inspections, final approval

Follow the selected agency's procedures

Additional Resources

Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code through PMCA or CCIS, plus township local permit rules
Zoning information: View zoning info
Reference
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License lookup guide: Pennsylvania Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Pennsylvania Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Pennsylvania hub: Pennsylvania Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Greenfield Township administrative office for township permits; residents may choose Pennsylvania Municipal Code Alliance or Commonwealth Code Inspection Services for UCC building permits before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Greenfield Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Greenfield Township, PA?: Township page says decks under 30 inches need a township permit; attached decks or decks over 30 inches need a UCC permit; sheds, utility and pole buildings need a permit; fences under 6 feet need only a township permit; demolition or removal also needs a permit
How much does a building permit cost in Greenfield Township, PA?: The minimum permit fee is Township permit fee $40.00; township demolition permit has no fee. Fees are calculated as: Township local permits use flat fees shown on the public pages; UCC agency fees depend on PMCA or CCIS schedule. Plan check fee: Through PMCA or CCIS for UCC permits as applicable.
How do I apply for a building permit in Greenfield Township, PA?: 1. Determine whether the work needs only a township permit or a UCC permit. Greenfield distinguishes between township-only permits and UCC permits. 2. For township permits, complete the Greenfield Township Building Permit Application and include a site plan. 3. For UCC permits, choose either PMCA or CCIS as the inspection agency and complete that agency's permit application. 4. Obtain supporting approvals that may include E and S review, NPDES, HOP, sewer capacity letter, water service coordination, and a Blair County 9-1-1 address notification. 5. Submit the full package, pay the applicable fees, post the placard, and complete inspections.
What work is exempt from building permits in Greenfield Township, PA?: The following work is generally exempt: Replacement of siding is treated as a minor change under UCC routine maintenance and upkeep; Fence panels under 6 feet require only a township permit, not a UCC permit; Decks under 30 inches high require a township permit rather than a UCC permit; Pools with shallow or lower wall conditions follow the township's posted fence and ladder rules.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Greenfield Township, PA?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Through the township for township permits and through PMCA or CCIS for UCC permits.

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