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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Green Township
County prior approval is required for new impervious surface, and township/UCC approval is required for regulated construction, alteration, demolition, and system work.
Fences no more than 6 feet high
Retaining walls no more than 4 feet unless supporting surcharge
Certain water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons
Sidewalks and driveways not over a basement
Shallow prefabricated pools
Playground equipment
Some window awnings
Low uncovered decks
Communications wiring
- Exempt Fences no more than 6 feet high
- Exempt Retaining walls no more than 4 feet unless supporting surcharge
- Exempt Certain water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons
- Exempt Sidewalks and driveways not over a basement
- Exempt Shallow prefabricated pools
- Exempt Playground equipment
- Exempt Some window awnings
- Exempt Low uncovered decks
- Exempt Communications wiring
Note: County stormwater, sewage, floodplain, and access permits may still apply even where UCC work is exempt.
Required documents
- County application
- Sketch or site plan
- Sewage permit if applicable
- Floodplain and highway approvals if applicable
- Workers compensation form where applicable
- Any supporting plans requested by the code officer
- Building code
- Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code; Green Township is OPT-IN with amendments.
- Permit validity
- State UCC 180-day start and inactivity rules and 5-year outside limit apply.
- Owner-builder
- The UCC allows owner or agent filing, and the county forms include workers compensation owner exemption language.
- Contractor requirements
- State HICPA registration applies to home improvement contractors over $5,000.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Pennsylvania UCC timelines are 15 business days for residential and 30 business days for commercial permits unless extended by agreement.
- 01 Contact the Green Township Building Permit/Code Enforcement Officer to confirm whether the project needs township permit review and what supporting approvals apply.
- 02 Prepare the Forest County Municipal Permit/Prior Approval Application, a sketch showing structures and setbacks, and any sewage, floodplain, highway, or workers compensation materials required for the project.
- 03 File the county stormwater application and fee with Forest County Conservation District and Planning.
- 04 After the county signs the stormwater portion, the permit is routed to Green Township to complete the building permit process.
- 05 The township code enforcement officer reviews for local issuance and any UCC inspections.
- 06 Keep the permit on site and contact the officer for completion and inspection closeout.
Typical processing time: Pennsylvania UCC timelines are 15 business days for residential and 30 business days for commercial permits unless extended by agreement.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Green Township building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25.00
02
Plan check fee
$300.00
03
Permit fee formula
County stormwater uses impervious-area thresholds; Green Township building permit fees were not clearly posted.
County materials require fee payment before plan approval.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 814-516-5339 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Typical sequence: Inspections are handled as directed by the local code official under the UCC.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Green Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Green Township, PA? ▸
County prior approval is required for new impervious surface, and township/UCC approval is required for regulated construction, alteration, demolition, and system work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Green Township, PA? ▸
Building permit fees in Green Township, PA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: County stormwater uses impervious-area thresholds; Green Township building permit fees were not clearly posted.. Plan check fee: $300.00.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Green Township, PA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Green Township, PA, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Green Township Building Permit/Code Enforcement Officer to confirm whether the project needs township permit review and what supporting approvals apply. 2. Prepare the Forest County Municipal Permit/Prior Approval Application, a sketch showing structures and setbacks, and any sewage, floodplain, highway, or workers compensation materials required for the project. 3. File the county stormwater application and fee with Forest County Conservation District and Planning. 4. After the county signs the stormwater portion, the permit is routed to Green Township to complete the building permit process. 5. The township code enforcement officer reviews for local issuance and any UCC inspections. 6. Keep the permit on site and contact the officer for completion and inspection closeout.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Green Township, PA? ▸
Building permit processing times in Green Township, PA typically run Pennsylvania UCC timelines are 15 business days for residential and 30 business days for commercial permits unless extended by agreement.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Green Township, PA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Green Township, PA. The following work is generally exempt: Fences no more than 6 feet high; Retaining walls no more than 4 feet unless supporting surcharge; Certain water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons; Sidewalks and driveways not over a basement; Shallow prefabricated pools; Playground equipment; Some window awnings; Low uncovered decks; Communications wiring. Note: County stormwater, sewage, floodplain, and access permits may still apply even where UCC work is exempt. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Green Township, PA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Green Township, PA via: 814-516-5339.
last verified April 2026
source Building Permit/Code Enforcement Officer, Green Township; Forest County Conservation District and Planning for county stormwater prior approval ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Permit/Code Enforcement Officer, Green Township; Forest County Conservation District and Planning for county stormwater prior approval before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.