City Building Permits

Lehman Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Pike County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Lehman Township, Pike County. Pennsylvania L&I lists Lehman Township as OPT-IN effective 5/25/2004. Contact David Hay at (570) 588-9365 as the verified filing path for UCC building permits.

Department
Lehman Township — Building Code Official: David Hay
Phone
(570) 588-9365
Website
https://www.pikepa.org/

Application Process

  1. Confirm the project is located within Lehman Township and identify any local zoning, floodplain, sewage, driveway, subdivision, or similar approvals required before UCC permit issuance.
  2. Contact building code official David Hay at (570) 588-9365 to obtain the active application path, current forms, and any local signoff requirements.
  3. Submit the permit application with parcel information, plans, contractor details, and any triggered supporting approvals.
  4. Pay the quoted fee and wait for permit issuance before beginning regulated work.
  5. Schedule required inspections and obtain final approval before occupancy or closeout.

Source: Lehman Township — Building Code Official: David Hay

General Requirements

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.

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Parcel information
  • Plans
  • Contractor details
  • Any triggered zoning, sewage, floodplain, driveway, utility, or planning approvals
Permit validity
Verify directly with the active permit issuer; Pennsylvania UCC default commencement and abandonment rules generally apply unless local procedures state otherwise.
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC), effective January 1, 2026 (statewide triennial update). Pennsylvania L&I lists Lehman Township as OPT-IN with no local amendments.
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 (Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act) registration requirements.

Fees

Payment note
Fees are confirmed after application review and must be paid before permit issuance.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Lehman Township — Building Code Official: David Hay to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • David Hay — (570) 588-9365 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Permit issuance, required phase inspections, then final inspection or certificate closeout as applicable. Confirm the required inspection sequence with the issuing code official.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Lehman Township — Building Code Official: David Hay before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lehman Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Lehman Township, PA?
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.
How do I apply for a building permit in Lehman Township, PA?
1. Confirm the project is located within Lehman Township and identify any local zoning, floodplain, sewage, driveway, subdivision, or similar approvals required before UCC permit issuance. 2. Contact building code official David Hay at (570) 588-9365 to obtain the active application path, current forms, and any local signoff requirements. 3. Submit the permit application with parcel information, plans, contractor details, and any triggered supporting approvals. 4. Pay the quoted fee and wait for permit issuance before beginning regulated work. 5. Schedule required inspections and obtain final approval before occupancy or closeout.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Lehman Township, PA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: David Hay — (570) 588-9365.

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