How much does a building permit cost in Anthony Township, PA?

The minimum permit fee is County zoning application fee $50; CK-COG uses an $83.00 hourly rate plus $4.50 state surcharge for hourly-fee permits. Fees are calculated as: County zoning: single-family detached zoning permits are $300 up to $50,000 construction cost, then plus $2 per $1,000 over $50,000. CK-COG uses ICC valuation formulas for many new residential permits and hourly inspection-based fees for decks, pools, and similar work.. Plan check fee: CK-COG permit costs include plan review fees for residential permits..

How do I apply for a building permit in Anthony Township, PA?

1. Obtain any required sewage approval first; new homes start with the sewage permit through the township Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO). 2. Obtain a street address and any needed PennDOT highway occupancy or local driveway approval. 3. Submit the zoning permit package to Montour County Zoning and have the erosion and sediment control plan waived or approved by the Montour County Conservation District. 4. After zoning approval, contact CK-COG for any required UCC building permits and submit the building permit application with plans. 5. Wait for permit issuance before starting work, then schedule required inspections with CK-COG.

What work is exempt from building permits in Anthony Township, PA?

The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural buildings are exempt from UCC building permit requirements but still require other local, county, and state approvals and an agricultural building exemption form before work begins.. Note: No comprehensive Anthony Township exempt-work list was found. Contact the township and CK-COG to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Anthony Township, PA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: CK-COG — contact through permit holder request. All inspections require at least 24 hours notice; 48 hours is recommended..

City Building Permits

Anthony Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Montour County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Zoning is handled through Montour County Zoning Office. UCC building permits are obtained through CK-COG. Pennsylvania L&I lists Anthony Township as an opt-in UCC municipality with Rodney Neitz as building code official.

Department: Montour County Zoning Office (zoning); Central Keystone Council of Governments — CK-COG (UCC building permits)
Address: Anthony Township: 1361 White Hall Road, Turbotville, PA 17772; Montour County Zoning Office: 435 East Front Street, Danville, PA 17821; CK-COG: 1610 Industrial Boulevard, Suite 400A, Lewisburg, PA 17837
Phone: Township: (570) 437-3270; County Zoning: (570) 271-3021; CK-COG: (570) 522-1326
Email: anthonytwp@verizon.net , CK-COG: permits@ckcog.com
Website: https://anthonytwp-mon.com/permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open CK-COG Contact and Permit Intake

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: Online or in-person

Additional resources:

Application Process

Obtain any required sewage approval first; new homes start with the sewage permit through the township Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO).
Obtain a street address and any needed PennDOT highway occupancy or local driveway approval.
Submit the zoning permit package to Montour County Zoning and have the erosion and sediment control plan waived or approved by the Montour County Conservation District.
After zoning approval, contact CK-COG for any required UCC building permits and submit the building permit application with plans.
Wait for permit issuance before starting work, then schedule required inspections with CK-COG.

Typical processing time: CK-COG plan review usually takes less than a week depending on complexity and completeness.

Source: Montour County Zoning Office (zoning); Central Keystone Council of Governments — CK-COG (UCC building permits)

General Requirements

Any structure greater than 12 inches above ground level requires a zoning permit. Structures specifically listed include pools, decks, porches, gazebos, additions, barns, pole sheds, garages, and new homes. CK-COG requires UCC permits for new construction, living space additions, attached garages, decks or ramps over 30 inches high, certain roof/framing work, egress or load-bearing alterations, qualifying pools, fences over 6 feet, retaining walls 4 feet or more, and detached accessory structures over 1,000 square feet.

Required Documents

Sewage approval
Street address documentation
Driveway permit or PennDOT highway occupancy permit if applicable
County erosion and sediment approval or waiver
Zoning permit application
CK-COG building permit application with two sets of plans

Permit validity: Zoning-permitted projects must begin within 6 months and be completed within 2 years. CK-COG: unpaid or incomplete UCC applications are considered abandoned after 1 year from submission.
Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC); Anthony Township is opt-in with no pre-July 1, 1999 amendments per Pennsylvania L&I.
Owner-builder: Homeowners doing their own work do not provide workers compensation insurance but must sign the CK-COG exemption affidavit stating they will perform all associated work themselves.
Contractor requirements: No township contractor license requirement. Pennsylvania home improvement contractors performing work over $5,000 must register under HICPA.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: County zoning application fee $50; CK-COG uses an $83.00 hourly rate plus $4.50 state surcharge for hourly-fee permits
Plan check fee: CK-COG permit costs include plan review fees for residential permits.
Permit fee formula: County zoning: single-family detached zoning permits are $300 up to $50,000 construction cost, then plus $2 per $1,000 over $50,000. CK-COG uses ICC valuation formulas for many new residential permits and hourly inspection-based fees for decks, pools, and similar work.
Penalty (no permit): Violations can draw fines up to $500 per day. Work started before permit issuance is subject to special fees set by the building code official.
Payment note: CK-COG charges a 3 percent convenience fee on credit card transactions starting March 1, 2025.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Montour County Zoning Office (zoning); Central Keystone Council of Governments — CK-COG (UCC building permits) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

CK-COG — contact through permit holder request (phone)

Scheduling deadline: All inspections require at least 24 hours notice; 48 hours is recommended.
Inspection hours: CK-COG office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: CK-COG typical sequence: footer/post hole, foundation, frame and masonry, rough plumbing/mechanical/gas/electrical, insulation, lath or wallboard, and final. Decks require post hole and framing inspections; pools require bonding and final inspections.

Additional Resources

Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC); Anthony Township is opt-in with no pre-July 1, 1999 amendments per Pennsylvania L&I.
Verify contractor license: Pennsylvania HICPA Contractor Registration
Zoning information: View zoning info
Anthony Township Permits
CK-COG Residential Building Permits
Pennsylvania L&I UCC Municipal Elections
License lookup guide: Pennsylvania Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Pennsylvania Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Pennsylvania hub: Pennsylvania Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Montour County Zoning Office (zoning); Central Keystone Council of Governments — CK-COG (UCC building permits) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Anthony Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Anthony Township, PA?: Any structure greater than 12 inches above ground level requires a zoning permit. Structures specifically listed include pools, decks, porches, gazebos, additions, barns, pole sheds, garages, and new homes. CK-COG requires UCC permits for new construction, living space additions, attached garages, decks or ramps over 30 inches high, certain roof/framing work, egress or load-bearing alterations, qualifying pools, fences over 6 feet, retaining walls 4 feet or more, and detached accessory structures over 1,000 square feet.
How much does a building permit cost in Anthony Township, PA?: The minimum permit fee is County zoning application fee $50; CK-COG uses an $83.00 hourly rate plus $4.50 state surcharge for hourly-fee permits. Fees are calculated as: County zoning: single-family detached zoning permits are $300 up to $50,000 construction cost, then plus $2 per $1,000 over $50,000. CK-COG uses ICC valuation formulas for many new residential permits and hourly inspection-based fees for decks, pools, and similar work.. Plan check fee: CK-COG permit costs include plan review fees for residential permits..
How do I apply for a building permit in Anthony Township, PA?: 1. Obtain any required sewage approval first; new homes start with the sewage permit through the township Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO). 2. Obtain a street address and any needed PennDOT highway occupancy or local driveway approval. 3. Submit the zoning permit package to Montour County Zoning and have the erosion and sediment control plan waived or approved by the Montour County Conservation District. 4. After zoning approval, contact CK-COG for any required UCC building permits and submit the building permit application with plans. 5. Wait for permit issuance before starting work, then schedule required inspections with CK-COG.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Anthony Township, PA?: Typical processing time is CK-COG plan review usually takes less than a week depending on complexity and completeness..
What work is exempt from building permits in Anthony Township, PA?: The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural buildings are exempt from UCC building permit requirements but still require other local, county, and state approvals and an agricultural building exemption form before work begins.. Note: No comprehensive Anthony Township exempt-work list was found. Contact the township and CK-COG to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Anthony Township, PA?: Inspections can be scheduled via: CK-COG — contact through permit holder request. All inspections require at least 24 hours notice; 48 hours is recommended..

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