City Building Permits

Fayette Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Juniata County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Fayette Township, Juniata County. UCC enforcement is handled locally through Commonwealth Code Inspection Service, Inc. (CCIS). Pennsylvania L&I lists Fayette Township as OPT-IN effective July 14, 2004.

Department
Fayette Township
Address
181 Bunkertown Rd., McAlisterville, PA 17049
Phone
717-463-3443
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 Fayette Township zoning and permit prerequisites with the township.
  2. Download the relevant CCIS permit form from the CCIS inspection services page.
  3. Prepare the application packet with plans, site plan, contractor information, workers compensation proof or exemption, and any required outside approvals.
  4. Submit the package to Fayette Township or CCIS.
  5. Allow UCC review under Pennsylvania Act 45 statutory timing rules.
  6. Pay fees and obtain the permit before starting work.

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: Fayette Township

General Requirements

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

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Plans
  • Site plan
  • 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 of issuance, or if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days after commencement. Maximum validity is 5 years from issuance.
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC). L&I municipality list shows OPT-IN with no amendments.
Owner-builder
No separate Fayette Township owner-builder rule was found. CCIS forms allow owner or authorized-agent filing.
Contractor requirements
No local contractor license required. State home improvement registration rules still apply for qualifying work.

Fees

Payment note
CCIS online invoice payment is available 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 handout was found. Pennsylvania UCC exemptions and ordinary-repair rules in 34 Pa. Code 403.42 apply. Confirm with Fayette Township before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Contact CCIS directly to schedule inspections (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM (CCIS Mifflintown office)

Typical inspection sequence: Inspection sequence is scope-dependent. No Fayette 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 Fayette Township before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Fayette Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Fayette Township, PA?
Permit triggers follow the Pennsylvania UCC and 34 Pa. Code 403.42. A permit is generally required for construction, alteration, repair, removal, change of occupancy, and regulated mechanical, electrical, gas, and plumbing work.
How do I apply for a building permit in Fayette Township, PA?
1. Confirm Fayette Township zoning and permit prerequisites with the township. 2. Download the relevant CCIS permit form from the CCIS inspection services page. 3. Prepare the application packet with plans, site plan, contractor information, workers compensation proof or exemption, and any required outside approvals. 4. Submit the package to Fayette Township or CCIS. 5. Allow UCC review under Pennsylvania Act 45 statutory timing rules. 6. Pay fees and obtain the permit before starting work.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Fayette 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 Fayette 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 handout was found. Pennsylvania UCC exemptions and ordinary-repair rules in 34 Pa. Code 403.42 apply. Confirm with Fayette Township before proceeding.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Fayette Township, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact CCIS directly to schedule inspections.

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