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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Hollidaysburg Borough
The borough states most work will require a Building/Zoning 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
- Exempt For Historic District properties, even work that might otherwise appear minor may still require COA and zoning review if it affects the exterior
- Exempt Pennsylvania UCC exemptions remain the best verified public baseline
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
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Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Review the borough's Community Development page and the citizen guide to applying for a building and zoning permit.
- 02 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.
- 03 Submit the application and pay the applicable borough zoning and building fees.
- 04 For Historic District properties, obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness through HARB and Borough Council before applicable exterior work.
- 05 Complete building code inspections, pay any remaining charges, and obtain final approval before occupancy or use.
Source: Borough of Hollidaysburg Community Development Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Hollidaysburg Borough building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
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
02
Plan check fee
Residential and commercial inspections and plan reviews are charged per attached schedules plus 20 percent administrative fee
03
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
04
Reinspection fee
Refer to the borough fee schedule and attached inspection schedules; not all charges were summarized in machine-readable form
The citizen guide states checks are payable to the Borough of Hollidaysburg
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
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Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
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 sequence: Borough application and review, HARB review if applicable, permit issuance, inspections, final approval
Follow borough fee schedule and inspection requirements
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Hollidaysburg Borough permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Hollidaysburg Borough, PA? ▸
The borough states most work will require a Building/Zoning permit
02 How much does a building permit cost in Hollidaysburg Borough, PA? ▸
Building permit fees in Hollidaysburg Borough, PA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. 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.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hollidaysburg Borough, PA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Hollidaysburg Borough, PA, follow these steps: 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.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Hollidaysburg Borough, PA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit 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. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hollidaysburg Borough, PA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hollidaysburg Borough, PA via: Through the Community Development office and the borough's building code inspection process.
last verified April 2026
source Borough of Hollidaysburg Community Development Department ↗
entry id permits/pennsylvania/blair/hollidaysburg
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Borough of Hollidaysburg Community Development Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.