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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Thompson Township
Thompson Township requires a local land use permit for building, alteration, enlargement, replacement, or substantial repair. UCC-regulated construction also requires PMCA permit processing.
- Exempt Residential re-roofing without structural work does not require a PMCA building permit under PMCA's published re-roof guidance
Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning or land use requirements. Thompson Township enforces zoning — confirm with the township before proceeding.
- Thompson Township land use permit application
- Rough drawing of the proposed project
- PMCA permit packet
- Plans
- Contractor registration information
- Certificate of insurance where applicable
- Supporting approvals listed on the township checklist (sewage, stormwater, driveway, planning)
- Building code
- Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC), enforced locally; Thompson Township also enforces zoning regulations
- Permit validity
- UCC 180-day commencement and inactivity limits apply. Maximum permit life of 5 years per PMCA extension materials.
- Owner-builder
- Owner or authorized agent may apply. Township form includes owner signature certification.
- Contractor requirements
- Thompson Township's local form expressly requires a contractor registration number. PMCA forms also request Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor registration where applicable.
Application process
Typical processing: No Thompson Township-specific review estimate posted. PMCA says inspection requests submitted before 3:00 PM are generally scheduled for the next business day.
- 01 Complete Thompson Township's land use permit application and its checklist, which covers planning review, sewage permit, stormwater review, driveway permit, building plans review, contractor registration, and insurance information where applicable.
- 02 Prepare the PMCA UCC permit application package with plans, plot plan, and contractor details.
- 03 Submit the UCC permit through PMCA online or by paper after local zoning and land use conditions are satisfied.
- 04 After approval and payment, schedule inspections through PMCA using the permit number.
Typical processing time: No Thompson Township-specific review estimate posted. PMCA says inspection requests submitted before 3:00 PM are generally scheduled for the next business day.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- PMCA online inspection request form (online)
- PMCA McConnellsburg: (717) 325-4324 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Requests submitted before 3:00 PM are generally scheduled for the next business day.
- Inspection hours
- PMCA McConnellsburg office: Tuesdays 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and by appointment
Typical sequence: Project-dependent UCC inspections after local land use approval and permit issuance.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Thompson Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Thompson Township, PA? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Thompson Township, PA? ▸
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Thompson Township, PA? ▸
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Thompson Township, PA? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Thompson Township, PA? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Thompson Township Municipal Office (land use and zoning coordination); Pennsylvania Municipal Code Alliance, Inc. (PMCA) for UCC building permits and inspections before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.