Jonestown Borough, PA — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Lebanon County Planning Department, Building Code Administration

Street address

Room 206, Municipal Building, 400 S 8th St, Lebanon, PA 17042

Phone

717-228-4444

lcpdreview@lebanoncountypa.gov

Coverage

LCPD handles zoning and residential UCC permits for Jonestown Borough. Commercial UCC review is routed through CCIS after zoning review.

Online portal

Lebanon County Planning Department

Email and paper submission through LCPD

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Jonestown Borough

Permits are required for new homes, additions, decks over 30 inches, roofed porches, structural work, pools, solar, and similar code-regulated projects.

Scope of work

Permit?

Replacement of roof coverings

Exempt

Non-structural basement finishing

Exempt

New furnace, water heater, air conditioner, or similar appliance

Exempt

New generator (subject to utility electrical requirements)

Exempt

Unroofed deck less than 30 inches above grade

Exempt

Exempt Replacement of roof coverings
Exempt Non-structural basement finishing
Exempt New furnace, water heater, air conditioner, or similar appliance
Exempt New generator (subject to utility electrical requirements)
Exempt Unroofed deck less than 30 inches above grade

Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning requirements. Confirm with Lebanon County Planning Department before proceeding.

Required documents

UCC application
Construction plans
Zoning approval if required

Building code: Pennsylvania UCC using the 2018 I-Codes as amended.
Permit validity: County UCC form states 180-day start and activity limits, with 5-year overall completion limit.
Owner-builder: Owner or authorized agent may sign the application.
Contractor requirements: Pennsylvania HICPA registration applies for covered home improvement work over $5,000.

Source: Lebanon County Planning Department, Building Code Administration ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: LCPD states 15 business days after a complete residential submission.

01

Obtain zoning approval from LCPD if the project needs zoning review.
02

Submit the signed UCC application and plans to lcpdreview@lebanoncountypa.gov, or drop off one paper set at Room 206, Municipal Building.
03

LCPD reviews residential work and issues the permit after fee payment; commercial submissions are sent to CCIS after county zoning processing.

Typical processing time: LCPD states 15 business days after a complete residential submission.

Source: Lebanon County Planning Department, Building Code Administration ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Jonestown Borough building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$50 plus $4.50 state fee for listed miscellaneous projects.

Plan check fee

$100 for new homes; $50 for detached accessory structures over 1,000 square feet.

Permit fee formula

Square-foot based for many residential projects.

Check or cash per county worksheet.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Call Heather at 717-304-4066 (phone)

Inspection hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Typical sequence: Footer, foundation, framing, insulation, drywall if required, and final, with specialty inspections as applicable.

Source: Lebanon County Planning Department, Building Code Administration ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Jonestown Borough permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Jonestown Borough, PA? ▸

Permits are required for new homes, additions, decks over 30 inches, roofed porches, structural work, pools, solar, and similar code-regulated projects.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Jonestown Borough, PA? ▸

Building permit fees in Jonestown Borough, PA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $50 plus $4.50 state fee for listed miscellaneous projects.. Fees are calculated as: Square-foot based for many residential projects.. Plan check fee: $100 for new homes; $50 for detached accessory structures over 1,000 square feet..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Jonestown Borough, PA? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Jonestown Borough, PA, follow these steps: 1. Obtain zoning approval from LCPD if the project needs zoning review. 2. Submit the signed UCC application and plans to lcpdreview@lebanoncountypa.gov, or drop off one paper set at Room 206, Municipal Building. 3. LCPD reviews residential work and issues the permit after fee payment; commercial submissions are sent to CCIS after county zoning processing.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Jonestown Borough, PA? ▸

Building permit processing times in Jonestown Borough, PA typically run LCPD states 15 business days after a complete residential submission.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Jonestown Borough, PA? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Jonestown Borough, PA. The following work is generally exempt: Replacement of roof coverings; Non-structural basement finishing; New furnace, water heater, air conditioner, or similar appliance; New generator (subject to utility electrical requirements); Unroofed deck less than 30 inches above grade. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning requirements. Confirm with Lebanon County Planning Department before proceeding. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Jonestown Borough, PA? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Jonestown Borough, PA via: Call Heather at 717-304-4066.

last verified April 2026 source Lebanon County Planning Department, Building Code Administration ↗ entry id permits/pennsylvania/lebanon/jonestown-borough

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Lebanon County Planning Department, Building Code Administration before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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