City Building Permits

Delaware Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Juniata County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Delaware Township, Juniata County. UCC enforcement is handled locally through Commonwealth Code Inspection Service, Inc. (CCIS). Pennsylvania L&I lists Delaware Township as OPT-IN effective July 1, 2004.

Department
Delaware Township
Address
815 Quarry Rd., McAlisterville, PA 17049; mailing: 1082 Burns Rd., Thompsontown, PA 17094
Phone
717-463-3553
Website
https://www.juniataco.org/wp-content/uploads/2024-JUNIATA-COUNTY-DIRECTORY-09.23.2024.pdf

Online Permit Portal

Open Commonwealth Code Inspection Service (CCIS) — Permits and Forms

Platform: Commonwealth Code Inspection Service (CCIS) • Account required: No • Submission: Online or in-person

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Confirm local zoning and permit prerequisites with Delaware Township.
  2. Download the needed CCIS permit form from the CCIS inspection services page.
  3. Assemble the application, plans, site plan, contractor and workers compensation information, and any required outside approvals.
  4. Submit the package to the township or CCIS for review.
  5. Review proceeds under the Pennsylvania UCC statutory timeframes (Act 45).
  6. Pay fees, receive the permit, post it on site, and request inspections.

Typical processing time: 15 business days for one- and two-family dwellings and utility or miscellaneous use structures; 5 business days with a licensed design professional certification; 30 business days for all other permit types.

Source: Delaware Township

General Requirements

Permit triggers follow 34 Pa. Code 403.42 under the Pennsylvania UCC. A permit is generally required for construction, alteration, repair, removal, or change of occupancy, and for regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Site plan
  • Construction documents
  • Contractor information
  • Workers compensation proof or exemption
  • Any project-specific outside approvals
Permit validity
Permit becomes invalid if work does not begin within 180 days, or if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days after commencement. Maximum validity is 5 years from issuance under 34 Pa. Code 403.42a(g).
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC). L&I municipality list shows OPT-IN with no amendments.
Owner-builder
No separate Delaware Township owner-builder handout was found. CCIS forms allow owner or authorized-agent filing.
Contractor requirements
No local contractor license required. Pennsylvania home improvement contractors performing over $5,000 in work on homes must register under the Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act.

Fees

Payment note
CCIS invoice payment is available online after fees are assessed.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Fences not over 6 feet high
  • Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge or impounding certain liquids
  • Water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons within code limits
  • Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade, not over a basement or story below, and not part of an accessible route
  • Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
  • Ordinary repairs as defined by 34 Pa. Code 403.42(d)

Important: No township-specific exempt-work list was published. The Pennsylvania UCC exemptions and ordinary-repair rules in 34 Pa. Code 403.42 apply. Confirm with Delaware Township before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Call the inspector directly through CCIS (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM (CCIS Mifflintown office)

Typical inspection sequence: Inspection sequence is scope-dependent. No Delaware Township-specific public checklist was found.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Delaware Township before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Delaware Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Delaware Township, PA?
Permit triggers follow 34 Pa. Code 403.42 under the Pennsylvania UCC. A permit is generally required for construction, alteration, repair, removal, or change of occupancy, and for regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work.
How do I apply for a building permit in Delaware Township, PA?
1. Confirm local zoning and permit prerequisites with Delaware Township. 2. Download the needed CCIS permit form from the CCIS inspection services page. 3. Assemble the application, plans, site plan, contractor and workers compensation information, and any required outside approvals. 4. Submit the package to the township or CCIS for review. 5. Review proceeds under the Pennsylvania UCC statutory timeframes (Act 45). 6. Pay fees, receive the permit, post it on site, and request inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Delaware Township, PA?
Typical processing time is 15 business days for one- and two-family dwellings and utility or miscellaneous use structures; 5 business days with a licensed design professional certification; 30 business days for all other permit types..
What work is exempt from building permits in Delaware Township, PA?
The following work is generally exempt: Fences not over 6 feet high; Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge or impounding certain liquids; Water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons within code limits; Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade, not over a basement or story below, and not part of an accessible route; Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work; Ordinary repairs as defined by 34 Pa. Code 403.42(d). Note: No township-specific exempt-work list was published. The Pennsylvania UCC exemptions and ordinary-repair rules in 34 Pa. Code 403.42 apply. Confirm with Delaware Township before proceeding.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Delaware Township, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Call the inspector directly through CCIS.

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