Mercer Borough

Pennsylvania UCC permit triggers generally apply to new construction, additions, many decks and pools, structural alterations, demolition, change of occupancy, and regulated electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or gas work.

Note: No municipality-specific exempt-work list was identified in reviewed public materials. Use Pennsylvania UCC baseline exemptions only after confirming them with the listed permit issuer. Confirm any claimed exemption directly with the municipality or code official before proceeding.

Building code

Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC), OPT-IN with no amendments. Statewide triennial update effective January 1, 2026.

Permit validity

Verify directly with the active permit issuer; Pennsylvania UCC default commencement and abandonment rules generally apply unless local procedures state otherwise.

Owner-builder

Owners may typically apply directly or through an authorized agent, but the permit holder remains responsible for compliance and inspections.

Contractor requirements

Pennsylvania home improvement contractors performing covered work over $5,000 must confirm HICPA registration requirements. Some municipalities or code officials may also require local contractor information or registration.

1. 01
   Confirm the project is within Mercer Borough and identify any local zoning, sewage, floodplain, driveway, or subdivision approvals required before UCC permit issuance.
2. 02
   Contact the listed code official Jeffrey Elder at (814) 745-2517 to obtain the active application path, current forms, and any local signoff requirements.
3. 03
   Submit the permit application with parcel information, plans, contractor details, and any triggered supporting approvals.
4. 04
   Pay the quoted fee and wait for permit issuance before beginning regulated work.
5. 05
   Schedule required inspections and obtain final approval before occupancy or closeout.

Source: Mercer Borough — Building Code Official: Jeffrey Elder ↗

• (814) 745-2517 — Jeffrey Elder (phone)

Typical sequence: Permit issuance, required phase inspections, then final inspection or certificate closeout as applicable.

Source: Mercer Borough — Building Code Official: Jeffrey Elder ↗