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Frackville Borough

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Frackville Borough Building Code Office — Code Official: Kerry Seely

Coverage
All properties within Frackville Borough. Pennsylvania L&I lists Frackville Borough as OPT-IN effective 6/14/2004. Building code official: Kerry Seely at (570) 874-3860.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Frackville Borough

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.

Note: No municipality-specific exempt-work list was identified. Confirm Pennsylvania UCC baseline exemptions with the permit issuer before proceeding.

Required documents
  • Completed permit application
  • Parcel information
  • Construction plans
  • Contractor details
  • Any triggered zoning, sewage, floodplain, driveway, utility, or planning approvals
Building code
Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC), effective January 1, 2026 (statewide triennial update). Pennsylvania L&I lists Frackville Borough as OPT-IN with amendments.
Permit validity
Verify directly with the active permit issuer; Pennsylvania UCC default commencement and abandonment rules generally apply unless local procedures state otherwise.
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 registration requirements. The municipality or code official may also require local contractor information or registration.
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Confirm the project is within Frackville Borough and identify any local zoning, floodplain, sewage, driveway, subdivision, or similar approvals required before UCC permit issuance.
  2. 02
    Contact Kerry Seely at (570) 874-3860 to obtain the active application path, current forms, and any local signoff requirements.
  3. 03
    Submit the permit application with parcel information, plans, contractor details, and any triggered supporting approvals.
  4. 04
    Pay the quoted fee and wait for permit issuance before beginning regulated work.
  5. 05
    Schedule required inspections and obtain final approval before occupancy or closeout.

Source: Frackville Borough Building Code Office — Code Official: Kerry Seely ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • (570) 874-3860 (phone)

Typical sequence: Permit issuance, required phase inspections, then final inspection or certificate closeout as applicable.

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Frackville Borough permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Frackville 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.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Frackville Borough, PA?
To apply for a building permit in Frackville Borough, PA, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the project is within Frackville Borough and identify any local zoning, floodplain, sewage, driveway, subdivision, or similar approvals required before UCC permit issuance. 2. Contact Kerry Seely at (570) 874-3860 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.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Frackville Borough, PA?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Frackville Borough, PA via: (570) 874-3860.
last verified April 2026 source Frackville Borough Building Code Office — Code Official: Kerry Seely ↗ entry id permits/pennsylvania/schuylkill/frackville-borough

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Frackville Borough Building Code Office — Code Official: Kerry Seely before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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