City Building Permits

Roaring Spring Borough, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Blair County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

The borough website directs applicants to call the borough's Zoning Officer and Code Enforcement Officer for zoning and building information and publishes zoning forms and fees. PMCA's resource page also lists Roaring Spring Borough among municipalities served.

Department
Roaring Spring Borough office; Zoning Officer and Code Enforcement Officer
Address
616 Spang Street, Roaring Spring, PA 16673
Phone
Borough office 814-224-4814; Zoning Officer and Code Enforcement Officer Thomas Holsinger 814-660-3732
Website
https://www.roaringspring.net/zoning-information

Online Permit Portal

Open

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Review the borough zoning information page and download the zoning permit application, checklist, and fee sheet.
  2. Contact the Zoning Officer and Code Enforcement Officer to confirm whether the project also requires UCC permit review and whether PMCA is involved.
  3. Submit the required local application materials and any UCC permit package required for the project.
  4. Pay the applicable fees and complete inspections before final approval.

Source: Roaring Spring Borough office; Zoning Officer and Code Enforcement Officer

General Requirements

Borough page publishes zoning permit and sign applications and directs applicants to the code officer for zoning and building information

Required Documents

  • Zoning permit application, borough checklist, and any supporting UCC permit materials required by the code officer or PMCA
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code with local zoning administration
Contractor requirements
Pennsylvania HICPA registration applies where required

Fees

Plan check fee
Through the applicable UCC permit issuer if required
Permit fee formula
See borough zoning fee sheet and any PMCA UCC charges
Reinspection fee
Not clearly summarized on the reviewed borough pages
Payment note
Confirm with the borough office and code officer before filing

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Pennsylvania UCC exemptions remain the best verified public baseline

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Coordinate with the borough code officer and any designated UCC agency (other)

Typical inspection sequence: Borough zoning review, UCC review if needed, permit issuance, 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 Roaring Spring Borough office; Zoning Officer and Code Enforcement Officer before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Roaring Spring Borough Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Roaring Spring Borough, PA?
Borough page publishes zoning permit and sign applications and directs applicants to the code officer for zoning and building information
How much does a building permit cost in Roaring Spring Borough, PA?
Fees are calculated as: See borough zoning fee sheet and any PMCA UCC charges. Plan check fee: Through the applicable UCC permit issuer if required.
How do I apply for a building permit in Roaring Spring Borough, PA?
1. Review the borough zoning information page and download the zoning permit application, checklist, and fee sheet. 2. Contact the Zoning Officer and Code Enforcement Officer to confirm whether the project also requires UCC permit review and whether PMCA is involved. 3. Submit the required local application materials and any UCC permit package required for the project. 4. Pay the applicable fees and complete inspections before final approval.
What work is exempt from building permits in Roaring Spring 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 Roaring Spring Borough, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Coordinate with the borough code officer and any designated UCC agency.

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