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City building permits

Lehighton Borough

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

Code adoption
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Lehighton Borough

Street address
1 Constitution Avenue, P.O. Box 29, Lehighton, PA 18235
Coverage
Applies within Lehighton Borough; the borough's zoning, planning, and code enforcement page identifies Barry Isett and Associates as the UCC permit and inspection contact.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Lehighton Borough

The borough's code enforcement page states building permits are reviewed through Barry Isett and Associates and zoning permits are handled through the borough.

Required documents
  • Project-specific application forms
  • Plans
  • Valuation
  • Owner and contractor information
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code
Contractor requirements
Pennsylvania HICPA registration applies where required.
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Contact Lehighton Borough zoning staff or Barry Isett and Associates to confirm required approvals.
  2. 02
    Complete the zoning permit and any applicable UCC permit forms.
  3. 03
    Submit plans, contractor information, and project details to the borough and the code agency as directed.
  4. 04
    Pay the required fees.
  5. 05
    Receive permit approval and complete all required inspections before final occupancy or use.

Source: Lehighton Borough ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Through Barry Isett and Associates (third-party)
§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Lehighton Borough permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Lehighton Borough, PA?
The borough's code enforcement page states building permits are reviewed through Barry Isett and Associates and zoning permits are handled through the borough.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Lehighton Borough, PA?
To apply for a building permit in Lehighton Borough, PA, follow these steps: 1. Contact Lehighton Borough zoning staff or Barry Isett and Associates to confirm required approvals. 2. Complete the zoning permit and any applicable UCC permit forms. 3. Submit plans, contractor information, and project details to the borough and the code agency as directed. 4. Pay the required fees. 5. Receive permit approval and complete all required inspections before final occupancy or use.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Lehighton Borough, PA?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Lehighton Borough, PA via: Through Barry Isett and Associates.
last verified April 2026 source Lehighton Borough ↗ entry id permits/pennsylvania/carbon/lehighton-borough

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Lehighton Borough before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.