City Building Permits

Tunkhannock Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Monroe County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County. PA L&I lists Tunkhannock Township as OPT-IN. Township forms page shows township zoning intake plus third-party UCC review through Bureau Veritas.

Department
Tunkhannock Township Office; Bureau Veritas (UCC review)
Address
1557 Long Pond Road, PO Box 203, Long Pond, PA 18334
Phone
Township: 570-646-3008; BCO William Burton: 570-894-2801
Website
https://www.longpondpa.com/documents-to-download

Online Permit Portal

Open Tunkhannock Township Forms Library

Platform: Township forms library • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Start with the township forms page and identify the required township zoning, sign, alarm, driveway, septic, short-term rental, or other local permit.
  2. Download the zoning permit application and any other township forms needed for the project.
  3. If the work is UCC-regulated, also use the posted Bureau Veritas application.
  4. Submit the completed materials with the applicable fee schedule amounts.
  5. Complete inspections and obtain final approvals.

Source: Tunkhannock Township Office; Bureau Veritas (UCC review)

General Requirements

Township forms page lists required permits including: zoning permit, sign permit, driveway permit, septic system permit, short-term rental permit, burn permit, home occupation permit, and Bureau Veritas application for building-code work.

Required Documents

  • Permit-specific downloadable township form
  • Bureau Veritas application (for UCC/building-code work)
  • Supporting materials as required by permit type and fee schedule
Permit validity
No township-specific validity rule clearly posted. Pennsylvania UCC default rules apply: permits expire if work is not commenced within 180 days of issuance or if no inspection is passed within 180 days; overall permit term is 5 years.
Building code
Pennsylvania UCC; township forms page shows Bureau Veritas application for UCC filing; PA L&I election list shows OPT-IN status.
Contractor requirements
Home improvement contractors performing covered work must register under the Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (HICPA).

Fees

Permit fee formula
Varies by permit type under the posted fee schedule and Bureau Veritas materials.
Payment note
Confirm payable party because township and code review fees may be split between the township and Bureau Veritas.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective March 1, 2026).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Tunkhannock Township Office; Bureau Veritas (UCC review) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Township office: Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Township zoning review first where required, then UCC inspections through Bureau Veritas, then final approval.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Tunkhannock Township Office; Bureau Veritas (UCC review) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tunkhannock Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Tunkhannock Township, PA?
Township forms page lists required permits including: zoning permit, sign permit, driveway permit, septic system permit, short-term rental permit, burn permit, home occupation permit, and Bureau Veritas application for building-code work.
How much does a building permit cost in Tunkhannock Township, PA?
Fees are calculated as: Varies by permit type under the posted fee schedule and Bureau Veritas materials..
How do I apply for a building permit in Tunkhannock Township, PA?
1. Start with the township forms page and identify the required township zoning, sign, alarm, driveway, septic, short-term rental, or other local permit. 2. Download the zoning permit application and any other township forms needed for the project. 3. If the work is UCC-regulated, also use the posted Bureau Veritas application. 4. Submit the completed materials with the applicable fee schedule amounts. 5. Complete inspections and obtain final approvals.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Tunkhannock Township, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Township: 570-646-3008, Bureau Veritas (through township forms page).

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