City Building Permits
Hillsgrove Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Hillsgrove Township, Pennsylvania. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All properties within Hillsgrove Township, Sullivan County, Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania L&I lists Hillsgrove Township as OPT-IN effective 4/10/2004 with Frank Tourscher as the building code official at (570) 928-9208.
- Department
- Hillsgrove Township — Building Code Official: Frank Tourscher
- Phone
- (570) 928-9208
Application Process
- Confirm the exact parcel location is within Hillsgrove Township and determine whether local zoning, floodplain, sewage, driveway, subdivision, or similar approvals are required before UCC permit issuance.
- Contact building code official Frank Tourscher at (570) 928-9208 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: Hillsgrove Township — Building Code Official: Frank Tourscher
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
- Construction 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), OPT-IN with amendments. The statewide triennial update became effective January 1, 2026.
- 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. Some municipalities or code officials may also require local contractor information or registration.
Fees
- Payment note
- Fees are generally confirmed after application review and must be paid before permit issuance.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Hillsgrove Township — Building Code Official: Frank Tourscher to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- (570) 928-9208 — Frank Tourscher, Building Code Official (phone)
Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: permit issuance, required phase inspections, then final inspection or certificate closeout as applicable. Confirm specific requirements with the code official.
Additional Resources
- Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC), OPT-IN with amendments. The statewide triennial update became effective January 1, 2026.
- Verify contractor license: PA Attorney General — Home Improvement Contractor Registration (HICPA)
- 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 Hillsgrove Township — Building Code Official: Frank Tourscher before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hillsgrove Township Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Hillsgrove 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 Hillsgrove Township, PA?
- 1. Confirm the exact parcel location is within Hillsgrove Township and determine whether local zoning, floodplain, sewage, driveway, subdivision, or similar approvals are required before UCC permit issuance. 2. Contact building code official Frank Tourscher at (570) 928-9208 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 Hillsgrove Township, PA?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: (570) 928-9208 — Frank Tourscher, Building Code Official.
Need help with your project?
Navigating permits in Hillsgrove Township can be complicated.
Jaspector connects you with local experts who can review your scope, verify your contractor, and help you understand what permits your project actually needs.
Learn how Jaspector worksOther cities in Sullivan County
View all Sullivan County jurisdictions →