How much does a building permit cost in Harmony Township, PA?

The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: County stormwater is flat by impervious area; Harmony township/UCC fees were not clearly posted in a current public schedule.. Plan check fee: $300.00.

How do I apply for a building permit in Harmony Township, PA?

1. Contact Harmony Township or Derrick D. Beach to schedule an appointment and confirm what township, sewage, and county approvals apply. 2. Complete the posted Harmony Township building permit packet, which is the shared Forest County Municipal Permit/Prior Approval Application form. 3. Attach the required sketch, sewage or highway permits if applicable, and the UCC Recreational Cabin Affidavit if the project is a recreational cabin. 4. File the county stormwater portion and fee with Forest County Conservation District and Planning. 5. After county stormwater approval, Harmony Township completes the local building permit review and signs the permit. 6. Notify the issuing officer upon completion so required inspections can be closed out.

What work is exempt from building permits in Harmony 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: Harmony's local sewage, county stormwater, or other municipal controls may still apply even when UCC work is exempt.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Harmony Township, PA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: 814-463-7783.

City Building Permits

Harmony Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Forest County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Harmony Township is an OPT-IN municipality with amendments. Applicants should call for an appointment; county stormwater approval still applies before permit issuance.

Department: Building Permit Officer, Harmony Township; Forest County Conservation District and Planning for county stormwater prior approval
Address: Harmony Township Community Center, 95 Center Circle Street, PO Box 208, West Hickory, PA 16370; Forest County Courthouse, 526 Elm Street, Box 3, Tionesta, PA 16353
Phone: 814-463-7783
Email: harmonytwp@zoominternet.net
Website: https://www.harmony-township.org/permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open Harmony Township Permits

Platform: WordPress page with downloadable PDF forms • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Contact Harmony Township or Derrick D. Beach to schedule an appointment and confirm what township, sewage, and county approvals apply.
Complete the posted Harmony Township building permit packet, which is the shared Forest County Municipal Permit/Prior Approval Application form.
Attach the required sketch, sewage or highway permits if applicable, and the UCC Recreational Cabin Affidavit if the project is a recreational cabin.
File the county stormwater portion and fee with Forest County Conservation District and Planning.
After county stormwater approval, Harmony Township completes the local building permit review and signs the permit.
Notify the issuing officer upon completion so required inspections can be closed out.

Typical processing time: State UCC timelines are 15 business days for residential permits and 30 business days for commercial permits unless extended by agreement.

Source: Building Permit Officer, Harmony Township; Forest County Conservation District and Planning for county stormwater prior approval

General Requirements

New construction and other regulated work require the shared county/municipal permit process, and any new impervious surface needs county stormwater review.

Required Documents

Shared Forest County permit application
Sketch showing buildings and distances to property lines
Sewage permit if applicable
Highway permit if applicable
Floodplain information if applicable
Workers compensation documentation when applicable
Cabin affidavit if applicable

Permit validity: State UCC 180-day start/inactivity rule and 5-year outer validity limit apply.
Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code; Harmony Township is OPT-IN with amendments.
Owner-builder: No special Harmony owner-builder rule was posted beyond the shared workers compensation and recreational cabin affidavit forms.
Contractor requirements: HICPA registration applies for home improvement contractors over $5,000.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $25.00
Plan check fee: $300.00
Permit fee formula: County stormwater is flat by impervious area; Harmony township/UCC fees were not clearly posted in a current public schedule.
Payment note: County materials require full fee payment before plan approval.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Permit Officer, Harmony Township; Forest County Conservation District and Planning for county stormwater prior approval to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

814-463-7783 (phone)

Inspection hours: By appointment only

Typical inspection sequence: Required inspections occur as directed by the code official before final closeout.

Additional Resources

Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code; Harmony Township is OPT-IN with amendments.
Harmony Township Act 537 Sewage Management Program
PA Department of Labor & Industry - UCC Information
License lookup guide: Pennsylvania Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Pennsylvania Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Pennsylvania hub: Pennsylvania Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Permit Officer, Harmony Township; Forest County Conservation District and Planning for county stormwater prior approval before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Harmony Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Harmony Township, PA?: New construction and other regulated work require the shared county/municipal permit process, and any new impervious surface needs county stormwater review.
How much does a building permit cost in Harmony Township, PA?: The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: County stormwater is flat by impervious area; Harmony township/UCC fees were not clearly posted in a current public schedule.. Plan check fee: $300.00.
How do I apply for a building permit in Harmony Township, PA?: 1. Contact Harmony Township or Derrick D. Beach to schedule an appointment and confirm what township, sewage, and county approvals apply. 2. Complete the posted Harmony Township building permit packet, which is the shared Forest County Municipal Permit/Prior Approval Application form. 3. Attach the required sketch, sewage or highway permits if applicable, and the UCC Recreational Cabin Affidavit if the project is a recreational cabin. 4. File the county stormwater portion and fee with Forest County Conservation District and Planning. 5. After county stormwater approval, Harmony Township completes the local building permit review and signs the permit. 6. Notify the issuing officer upon completion so required inspections can be closed out.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Harmony Township, PA?: Typical processing time is State UCC timelines are 15 business days for residential permits and 30 business days for commercial permits unless extended by agreement..
What work is exempt from building permits in Harmony 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: Harmony's local sewage, county stormwater, or other municipal controls may still apply even when UCC work is exempt.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Harmony Township, PA?: Inspections can be scheduled via: 814-463-7783.

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