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

1. Contact Valley Township before work and determine whether zoning and/or UCC review is required. 2. Submit the zoning application and supporting materials to the township. 3. If UCC work is involved, coordinate with the township building code official listed by Pennsylvania L&I. 4. Obtain permit approvals before construction begins. 5. Schedule required inspections through the building code official once work reaches the proper stages.

City Building Permits

Valley Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Montour County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Pennsylvania L&I lists Valley Township as an opt-in UCC municipality with amendments and Brett Gordner as building code official. The zoning officer and building code officer administer and enforce township zoning and building code requirements.

Department: Valley Township Zoning Officer and Building Code Officer
Address: 29 Indian Run Road, Danville, PA 17821
Phone: Township: (570) 275-2449; Zoning Officer Chris Bower: (570) 458-0316; Building Code Official Brett Gordner: (570) 497-8345
Email: chrisbower1129@yahoo.com
Website: https://valleytownshippa.net/?page_id=21

Online Permit Portal

Open Valley Township Building Code and Zoning

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Contact Valley Township before work and determine whether zoning and/or UCC review is required.
Submit the zoning application and supporting materials to the township.
If UCC work is involved, coordinate with the township building code official listed by Pennsylvania L&I.
Obtain permit approvals before construction begins.
Schedule required inspections through the building code official once work reaches the proper stages.

Source: Valley Township Zoning Officer and Building Code Officer

General Requirements

The zoning officer reviews applications and issues permits for zoning-covered work. The building code officer reviews applications and plans for new construction and renovations, issues permits, conducts site inspections, and prosecutes violations. Contact the township to confirm permit requirements for your specific project.

Required Documents

Zoning application and cover letter
Supporting plans and approvals as required for the project

Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC); Valley Township is opt-in with amendments per Pennsylvania L&I.
Contractor requirements: No township contractor license requirement. Pennsylvania home improvement contractors performing work over $5,000 must register under HICPA.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Valley Township Zoning Officer and Building Code Officer to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: The building code officer conducts site inspections but the township does not publicly post the inspection sequence.

Additional Resources

Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC); Valley Township is opt-in with amendments per Pennsylvania L&I.
Verify contractor license: Pennsylvania HICPA Contractor Registration
Zoning information: View zoning info
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 Valley Township Zoning Officer and Building Code Officer before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Valley Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Valley Township, PA?: The zoning officer reviews applications and issues permits for zoning-covered work. The building code officer reviews applications and plans for new construction and renovations, issues permits, conducts site inspections, and prosecutes violations. Contact the township to confirm permit requirements for your specific project.
How do I apply for a building permit in Valley Township, PA?: 1. Contact Valley Township before work and determine whether zoning and/or UCC review is required. 2. Submit the zoning application and supporting materials to the township. 3. If UCC work is involved, coordinate with the township building code official listed by Pennsylvania L&I. 4. Obtain permit approvals before construction begins. 5. Schedule required inspections through the building code official once work reaches the proper stages.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.

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