City Building Permits

Center Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Greene County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Center Township, Greene County. Listed as OPT-IN on the Commonwealth UCC municipality table with Harshman CE Group personnel as the building code official contact. Local municipal contact: Center Township Supervisors Building, 100 Municipal Drive, PO Box 435, Rogersville, PA 15359 / 724-499-5487.

Department
Harshman CE Group, LLC
Address
2455 Park Avenue, Washington, PA 15301
Phone
724-993-4505
Website
https://www.harshmanllc.com/downloads.html

Online Permit Portal

Open Harshman CE Group Downloads Page

Platform: Harshman CE Group online forms • Account required: No • Submission: Online or in-person

Application Process

  1. Open the Harshman downloads page and select the correct residential or commercial permit application.
  2. Review the posted checklist and helpful handouts for the project type so the submission package is complete.
  3. Submit the application, plans, and supporting materials through Harshman's permits department.
  4. Obtain any separate zoning or municipal approvals required by the municipality before permit issuance.
  5. Wait for plan review and permit issuance before starting regulated work.
  6. Coordinate inspections with Harshman and obtain final approval before occupancy or closeout.

Typical processing time: Pennsylvania UCC regulations generally require a decision within 15 business days, or 5 business days with qualifying design professional certification. No Harshman-specific turnaround posted.

Source: Harshman CE Group, LLC

General Requirements

Harshman's public downloads page provides residential and commercial building permit applications indicating permit review for common structural, building, and related UCC-regulated work. Pennsylvania UCC rules also require permits for regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work unless exempt.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Plans
  • Project-specific checklist items or handout requirements
  • Separate zoning approval if required by the municipality
Permit validity
A permit becomes invalid if work does not begin within 180 days after issuance or if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days after commencement. A permit may not remain valid more than 5 years from issue date without extensions.
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code as enforced in an OPT-IN municipality.
Owner-builder
No Harshman-specific owner-builder rule was found. Confirm directly with the permits department.
Contractor requirements
Pennsylvania home improvement contractors performing work over $5,000 must confirm HICPA registration.

Fees

Payment note
Confirm fees and payment method directly with Harshman before submission. No public fee schedule found.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Fences no more than 6 feet high
  • Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge
  • Water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons if the height-to-width ratio does not exceed 2 to 1
  • Sidewalks and driveways 30 inches or less above adjacent grade and not over a basement or story below
  • Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep
  • Swings and playground equipment accessory to a one- or two-family dwelling
  • Window awnings that project no more than 54 inches and need no additional support
  • Uncovered decks with floor no more than 30 inches above grade
  • Installation or rearrangement of communications wiring
  • Ordinary repairs, except work that removes load-bearing elements, affects required egress, or rearranges regulated plumbing, gas, mechanical, or electrical systems

Important: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm with Harshman CE Group or Center Township before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Harshman CE Group, 724-993-4505 (phone)
  • permits@harshmanllc.com (email)
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Typical UCC phases include footing or foundation, rough systems, framing, and final inspection. Additional phases depend on project type.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Harshman CE Group, LLC before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Center Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Center Township, PA?
Harshman's public downloads page provides residential and commercial building permit applications indicating permit review for common structural, building, and related UCC-regulated work. Pennsylvania UCC rules also require permits for regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work unless exempt.
How do I apply for a building permit in Center Township, PA?
1. Open the Harshman downloads page and select the correct residential or commercial permit application. 2. Review the posted checklist and helpful handouts for the project type so the submission package is complete. 3. Submit the application, plans, and supporting materials through Harshman's permits department. 4. Obtain any separate zoning or municipal approvals required by the municipality before permit issuance. 5. Wait for plan review and permit issuance before starting regulated work. 6. Coordinate inspections with Harshman and obtain final approval before occupancy or closeout.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Center Township, PA?
Typical processing time is Pennsylvania UCC regulations generally require a decision within 15 business days, or 5 business days with qualifying design professional certification. No Harshman-specific turnaround posted..
What work is exempt from building permits in Center Township, PA?
The following work is generally exempt: Fences no more than 6 feet high; Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge; Water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons if the height-to-width ratio does not exceed 2 to 1; Sidewalks and driveways 30 inches or less above adjacent grade and not over a basement or story below; Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep; Swings and playground equipment accessory to a one- or two-family dwelling; Window awnings that project no more than 54 inches and need no additional support; Uncovered decks with floor no more than 30 inches above grade; Installation or rearrangement of communications wiring; Ordinary repairs, except work that removes load-bearing elements, affects required egress, or rearranges regulated plumbing, gas, mechanical, or electrical systems. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm with Harshman CE Group or Center Township before proceeding.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Center Township, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Harshman CE Group, 724-993-4505, permits@harshmanllc.com.

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