Marple, PA — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Enforcement Department

Street address

227 S Sproul Road, Broomall, PA 19008-2397

Phone

610-356-4040

Contact form is published

Coverage

Township code enforcement handles permits, zoning, inspections, resale inspections, and contractor licensing in Marple Township.

Online portal

Code Enforcement

CivicPlus document center and forms page

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Marple

Township states a permit is required for most construction work; code enforcement reviews building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire, and grading permits.

Scope of work

Permit?

Ordinary repairs under the Pennsylvania UCC

Exempt

Exempt Ordinary repairs under the Pennsylvania UCC

Note: Public-facing Township page does not publish a standalone exempt-work list. Township instead directs applicants to submit permits for most construction work.

Required documents

Application form
Signed contractor-homeowner contract
Plans or scope of work
All contractors' certificates of insurance naming Marple Township as certificate holder
Physical copy of contractor PA HIC

Building code: Pennsylvania UCC as administered by Township code enforcement
Contractor requirements: Contractor License Application is published; Township also requires insurance and PA HIC copy with permit packets.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Download the Generic Permit and any scope-specific forms from Code Enforcement.
02

Prepare one completed permit form for each trade and submit all trade permits as one packet per project.
03

Include signed contract, scope/plans, contractor insurance, and PA HIC documentation.
04

Submit the packet with payment to Code Enforcement.
05

Complete inspections and any occupancy or resale approvals required by scope.

Source: Code Enforcement Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Marple building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Fence permit $40 flat; above-ground pool $100 flat; residential plan review $50 per unit

Plan check fee

Residential plan review $50 per unit; commercial plan review $150 per hour

Permit fee formula

New construction and residential additions/alterations/repairs generally $30 per $1,000; commercial, institutional, industrial, and multifamily work generally $40 to $50 per $1,000 depending on category

Reinspection fee

$150

Permit form states all permits must be submitted with payment

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Through Code Enforcement after permit issuance (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Typical sequence: Trade and building inspections by permit type, plus resale or use and occupancy inspections when applicable

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Marple permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Marple, PA? ▸

Township states a permit is required for most construction work; code enforcement reviews building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire, and grading permits.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Marple, PA? ▸

Building permit fees in Marple, PA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Fence permit $40 flat; above-ground pool $100 flat; residential plan review $50 per unit. Fees are calculated as: New construction and residential additions/alterations/repairs generally $30 per $1,000; commercial, institutional, industrial, and multifamily work generally $40 to $50 per $1,000 depending on category. Plan check fee: Residential plan review $50 per unit; commercial plan review $150 per hour.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Marple, PA? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Marple, PA, follow these steps: 1. Download the Generic Permit and any scope-specific forms from Code Enforcement. 2. Prepare one completed permit form for each trade and submit all trade permits as one packet per project. 3. Include signed contract, scope/plans, contractor insurance, and PA HIC documentation. 4. Submit the packet with payment to Code Enforcement. 5. Complete inspections and any occupancy or resale approvals required by scope.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Marple, PA? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Marple, PA. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary repairs under the Pennsylvania UCC. Note: Public-facing Township page does not publish a standalone exempt-work list. Township instead directs applicants to submit permits for most construction work. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Marple, PA? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Marple, PA via: Through Code Enforcement after permit issuance.

last verified April 2026 source Code Enforcement Department ↗ entry id permits/pennsylvania/delaware/marple-township

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

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