Hollidaysburg Borough, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

The borough states Community Development handles zoning and building permits, code enforcement, historic preservation matters, and new development. Most work in the borough requires a Building/Zoning permit.

Department

Borough of Hollidaysburg Community Development Department

Address

401 Blair Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

Phone

814-695-7543

Email

aholodnik@hollidaysburgpa.org

Website

https://hollidaysburgpa.org/Departments/Community-Development

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Review the borough's Community Development page and the citizen guide to applying for a building and zoning permit.
2. Prepare the Building/Zoning Permit Application and attach a site plan where required. The 2025 form specifically calls for a plan for new construction, additions, driveways, sidewalks, and fences.
3. Submit the application and pay the applicable borough zoning and building fees.
4. For Historic District properties, obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness through HARB and Borough Council before applicable exterior work.
5. Complete building code inspections, pay any remaining charges, and obtain final approval before occupancy or use.

Source: Borough of Hollidaysburg Community Development Department

General Requirements

The borough states most work will require a Building/Zoning permit

Required Documents

• Building/Zoning Permit Application, site plan where required, and any historic-district materials where applicable

Building code

Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code administered by the borough

Owner-builder

Not clearly summarized on the reviewed borough pages

Contractor requirements

Pennsylvania HICPA registration applies where required

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Zoning permit fee for alteration to existing use or structure under $5,000 is $20.00; historic district COA fee is $20.00

Plan check fee

Residential and commercial inspections and plan reviews are charged per attached schedules plus 20 percent administrative fee

Permit fee formula

Zoning fee for alterations over $5,000 is 1 percent of total project cost; residential and commercial building inspection and plan review fees are charged under attached schedules plus a 20 percent administrative fee, plus the $4.50 state fee

Reinspection fee

Refer to the borough fee schedule and attached inspection schedules; not all charges were summarized in machine-readable form

Payment note

The citizen guide states checks are payable to the Borough of Hollidaysburg

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• For Historic District properties, even work that might otherwise appear minor may still require COA and zoning review if it affects the exterior
• Pennsylvania UCC exemptions remain the best verified public baseline

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Through the Community Development office and the borough's building code inspection process (other)

Inspection hours

Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Borough application and review, HARB review if applicable, permit issuance, inspections, final approval

Follow borough fee schedule and inspection requirements

Additional Resources

• Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code administered by the borough
• Zoning information: View zoning info
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• License lookup guide: Pennsylvania Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Pennsylvania Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Pennsylvania hub: Pennsylvania Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Hollidaysburg Borough Building Permit FAQ

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

The borough states most work will require a Building/Zoning permit

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

The minimum permit fee is Zoning permit fee for alteration to existing use or structure under $5,000 is $20.00; historic district COA fee is $20.00. Fees are calculated as: Zoning fee for alterations over $5,000 is 1 percent of total project cost; residential and commercial building inspection and plan review fees are charged under attached schedules plus a 20 percent administrative fee, plus the $4.50 state fee. Plan check fee: Residential and commercial inspections and plan reviews are charged per attached schedules plus 20 percent administrative fee.

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

1. Review the borough's Community Development page and the citizen guide to applying for a building and zoning permit. 2. Prepare the Building/Zoning Permit Application and attach a site plan where required. The 2025 form specifically calls for a plan for new construction, additions, driveways, sidewalks, and fences. 3. Submit the application and pay the applicable borough zoning and building fees. 4. For Historic District properties, obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness through HARB and Borough Council before applicable exterior work. 5. Complete building code inspections, pay any remaining charges, and obtain final approval before occupancy or use.

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

The following work is generally exempt: ; For Historic District properties, even work that might otherwise appear minor may still require COA and zoning review if it affects the exterior; Pennsylvania UCC exemptions remain the best verified public baseline.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Hollidaysburg Borough, PA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Through the Community Development office and the borough's building code inspection process.

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