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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Point Township
Permits are required for regulated building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire, accessibility, pool, and similar work before construction starts.
- Exempt Fences 6 feet or lower in height
- Exempt Retaining walls 4 feet or lower that do not support a surcharge
- Exempt Some sidewalks and driveways not over basements
- Exempt Shallow prefabricated pools
- Exempt Playground equipment and similar minor work
Note: These are common Pennsylvania UCC exemptions for one- and two-family dwellings. No municipality-specific exempt-work list was found for Point Township. Zoning, floodplain, sewage, stormwater, and driveway approvals may still apply even where a UCC permit is not required. Confirm with NEIC or the township before proceeding.
- Completed NEIC subcode form
- Plans and specifications
- Municipal approvals (zoning, floodplain, etc.)
- Supporting trade information
- Commercial plans must be signed and sealed by a Pennsylvania architect or engineer
- Building code
- Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC); 2021 ICC-based update took effect January 1, 2026, subject to Pennsylvania amendments
- Permit validity
- If the municipality has not published a different rule, the Pennsylvania UCC 180-day start and inactivity standard applies.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-applicants may submit directly. Standard workers compensation and contractor disclosures still apply where required.
- Contractor requirements
- Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act registration applies to home improvement contractors performing work over $5,000. Workers compensation documentation is required where applicable.
Application process
Typical processing: Residential plan review complete within 15 business days. Nonresidential within 30 business days. Inspections within 48 hours of request. Occupancy permits within 5 business days after approved finals.
- 01 Confirm municipal zoning, floodplain, utility, or local property-approval requirements first.
- 02 Download the appropriate NEIC subcode form, complete it, and prepare plans. Residential projects require 2 sets of prints; commercial projects require 3 sealed sets.
- 03 Email the application and supporting materials to NEIC or submit as directed by the municipality.
- 04 NEIC performs plan review, calculates the permit charges, and issues the permit after approval.
- 05 Request inspections online or through the office and obtain final approval or the occupancy certificate before use.
Typical processing time: Residential plan review complete within 15 business days. Nonresidential within 30 business days. Inspections within 48 hours of request. Occupancy permits within 5 business days after approved finals.
Fee schedule
Point Township building permit fees
Payment instructions are handled after application intake.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- NEIC online inspection request form (online)
- NEIC office: (570) 280-2111 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- NEIC promises job-site visits within 48 hours or 2 business days of request.
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: footing, foundation, framing and rough inspections as needed, then final and occupancy.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Point Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Point Township, PA? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Point Township, PA? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Point Township, PA? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Point Township, PA? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Point Township, PA? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Point Township, PA? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Northeast Inspection Consultants (NEIC) for UCC permits and inspections; Point Township municipal office for local zoning and other local approvals before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.