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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Fermanagh Township
Permit triggers follow 34 Pa. Code 403.42 under the Pennsylvania UCC. A permit is generally required for construction, alteration, repair, removal, change of occupancy, and regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work.
- Exempt Fences not over 6 feet high
- Exempt Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge or impounding certain liquids
- Exempt Water tanks on grade up to 5,000 gallons within code limits
- Exempt Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade, not over a basement or story below, and not part of an accessible route
- Exempt Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
- Exempt Ordinary repairs as defined by 34 Pa. Code 403.42(d)
Note: No public township-specific exempt-work list was found. Pennsylvania UCC exemptions and ordinary-repair rules in 34 Pa. Code 403.42 apply. Confirm with Fermanagh Township before proceeding.
- Completed permit application
- Site plan
- Construction documents
- Contractor information
- Workers compensation proof or exemption
- Any outside approvals required by the project
- Building code
- Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC). L&I municipality list shows OPT-IN with no amendments.
- 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.
- Owner-builder
- No separate township owner-builder bulletin was found. CCIS forms allow owner or authorized-agent filing.
- Contractor requirements
- No township-specific contractor license required. State home improvement registration may apply for qualifying work.
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Application process
Typical processing: 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.
- 01 Contact Fermanagh Township to confirm zoning and local permit prerequisites.
- 02 Download the applicable CCIS permit form from the CCIS inspection services page.
- 03 Prepare plans, site plan, contractor information, workers compensation proof or exemption, and any required outside approvals.
- 04 Submit the package to the township or CCIS.
- 05 Review proceeds under Pennsylvania UCC statutory timeframes (Act 45).
- 06 Pay fees and receive 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.
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Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Call CCIS directly to schedule inspections (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM (CCIS Mifflintown office)
Typical sequence: Inspection sequence is scope-dependent. No Fermanagh Township-specific public checklist was found.
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Fermanagh Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Fermanagh Township, PA? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Fermanagh Township, PA? ▸
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Fermanagh Township, PA? ▸
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Fermanagh Township, PA? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Fermanagh Township, PA? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Fermanagh Township before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.