How do I apply for a building permit in Milford Borough, PA?

1. Confirm the project is located within Milford Borough and identify any local zoning, floodplain, sewage, driveway, subdivision, or similar approvals required before UCC permit issuance. 2. Contact building code official Shawn Mcglynn at (484) 330-9088 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 Milford Borough, PA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Shawn Mcglynn — (484) 330-9088.

City Building Permits

Milford Borough, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Pennsylvania Pike County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Milford Borough, Pike County. Pennsylvania L&I lists Milford Borough as OPT-IN effective 7/7/2004. Contact Shawn Mcglynn at (484) 330-9088 as the verified filing path for UCC building permits.

Department: Milford Borough — Building Code Official: Shawn Mcglynn
Phone: (484) 330-9088
Website: https://www.pikepa.org/

Application Process

Confirm the project is located within Milford Borough and identify any local zoning, floodplain, sewage, driveway, subdivision, or similar approvals required before UCC permit issuance.
Contact building code official Shawn Mcglynn at (484) 330-9088 to obtain the active application path, current forms, and any local signoff requirements.
Submit the permit application with parcel information, plans, contractor details, and any triggered supporting approvals.
Pay the quoted fee and wait for permit issuance before beginning regulated work.
Schedule required inspections and obtain final approval before occupancy or closeout.

Source: Milford Borough — Building Code Official: Shawn Mcglynn

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 Milford Borough 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 Milford Borough — Building Code Official: Shawn Mcglynn to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Shawn Mcglynn — (484) 330-9088 (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

Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC), effective January 1, 2026 (statewide triennial update). Pennsylvania L&I lists Milford Borough as OPT-IN with no local amendments.
Verify contractor license: Pennsylvania HICPA Contractor Registration (Attorney General)
Zoning information: View zoning info
Pennsylvania L&I Municipal UCC Elections List
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 Milford Borough — Building Code Official: Shawn Mcglynn before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Milford Borough Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Milford Borough, 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 Milford Borough, PA?: 1. Confirm the project is located within Milford Borough and identify any local zoning, floodplain, sewage, driveway, subdivision, or similar approvals required before UCC permit issuance. 2. Contact building code official Shawn Mcglynn at (484) 330-9088 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 Milford Borough, PA?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Shawn Mcglynn — (484) 330-9088.

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