jaspector
§ PA Clearfield County
City building permits

DuBois City

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

Code adoption
Pennsylvania UCC
Min. permit fee
Not publicly identified
Last verified
April 2026
On this page 6
§ 01

Permit authority

City of DuBois Planning and Zoning Office for local land-use review; Pennsafe Building Inspection Services for posted building permit application packets

Street address
City of DuBois, 16 West Scribner Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801; Pennsafe Building Inspection Services, 175 Beaver Drive, P.O. Box 486, DuBois, PA 15801
Phone
City 814-371-2000; Pennsafe 814-375-1111
Email
korbi.slocum@duboispa.gov or terri.bracken@duboispa.gov
Coverage
The city handles local planning and zoning functions. Pennsafe hosts municipality-specific DuBois permit packets, which indicates a retained third-party UCC review and inspection role.
Online portal
Permit portal
Pennsafe Building Inspection Services permit forms site
Website
Department website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for DuBois City

Permits are required for regulated construction and systems work under the UCC unless exempt, with city zoning review as applicable

State residential UCC exemptions apply where the work fits Pennsylvania's exemption list.
  • Exempt State residential UCC exemptions apply where the work fits Pennsylvania's exemption list.

Note: No city-specific exempt-work list was found in reviewed public sources.

Required documents
  • Completed Pennsafe municipal packet, site plan, construction documents, and any local prior approvals or outside agency approvals
Building code
Pennsylvania UCC
Permit validity
Pennsylvania UCC 180 day commencement and inactivity limits, with maximum permit life not to exceed 5 years
Owner-builder
No city-specific owner-builder rule was found in reviewed public sources
Contractor requirements
Pennsylvania HICPA registration for covered home improvement contractors over $5,000; Pennsafe packets may require insurance or workers compensation documents
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: No city-specific estimate was posted on the reviewed local pages; Pennsylvania UCC default review deadlines apply unless extended in writing

  1. 01
    Contact the city first to confirm zoning, floodplain, and local approvals.
  2. 02
    Obtain the correct City of DuBois permit packet from Pennsafe.
  3. 03
    Prepare the packet with application, site plan, construction documents, and any city prior approvals.
  4. 04
    Submit the packet to Pennsafe and pay the required fees.
  5. 05
    Wait for issuance before starting work.
  6. 06
    Schedule required inspections with Pennsafe and complete final approval or occupancy sign-off.

Typical processing time: No city-specific estimate was posted on the reviewed local pages; Pennsylvania UCC default review deadlines apply unless extended in writing

Source: City of DuBois Planning and Zoning Office for local land-use review; Pennsafe Building Inspection Services for posted building permit application packets ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

DuBois City building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not publicly identified
02
Plan check fee
Not publicly identified
03
Permit fee formula
Not publicly identified on reviewed city pages
04
Reinspection fee
Not publicly identified

Confirm payee and filing method with Pennsafe before submission

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Through Pennsafe after permit issuance (other)
Inspection hours
Not publicly identified on the reviewed public pages

Typical sequence: Municipal prior approval if needed, then footing/foundation, framing, rough trades, and final inspection depending on scope

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about DuBois City permits

01 Do I need a building permit in DuBois City, PA? ▸
Permits are required for regulated construction and systems work under the UCC unless exempt, with city zoning review as applicable
02 How much does a building permit cost in DuBois City, PA? ▸
Building permit fees in DuBois City, PA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not publicly identified. Fees are calculated as: Not publicly identified on reviewed city pages. Plan check fee: Not publicly identified.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in DuBois City, PA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in DuBois City, PA, follow these steps: 1. Contact the city first to confirm zoning, floodplain, and local approvals. 2. Obtain the correct City of DuBois permit packet from Pennsafe. 3. Prepare the packet with application, site plan, construction documents, and any city prior approvals. 4. Submit the packet to Pennsafe and pay the required fees. 5. Wait for issuance before starting work. 6. Schedule required inspections with Pennsafe and complete final approval or occupancy sign-off.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in DuBois City, PA? ▸
Building permit processing times in DuBois City, PA typically run No city-specific estimate was posted on the reviewed local pages; Pennsylvania UCC default review deadlines apply unless extended in writing. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in DuBois City, PA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in DuBois City, PA. The following work is generally exempt: State residential UCC exemptions apply where the work fits Pennsylvania's exemption list.. Note: No city-specific exempt-work list was found in reviewed public sources. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in DuBois City, PA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in DuBois City, PA via: Through Pennsafe after permit issuance.
last verified April 2026 source City of DuBois Planning and Zoning Office for local land-use review; Pennsafe Building Inspection Services for posted building permit application packets ↗ entry id permits/pennsylvania/clearfield/dubois
Report a correction

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of DuBois Planning and Zoning Office for local land-use review; Pennsafe Building Inspection Services for posted building permit application packets before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

§   Adjacent

Other jurisdictions in Clearfield County.

Same county, different permit office. Click for that jurisdiction's full guide.

All Clearfield County jurisdictions →