Hartley Township, PA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within Hartley Township, Union County. Pennsylvania DLI lists Hartley Township as a UCC opt-in municipality with CK-COG as code enforcement agency. A zoning permit is required from Hartley Township before a building permit will be issued.

Department

Central Keystone Council of Governments (CK-COG), Uniform Construction Code Management / Building Permits

Address

1610 Industrial Boulevard, Suite 400A, Lewisburg, PA 17837

Phone

(570) 522-1326

Email

permits@ckcog.com

Website

https://www.ckcog.com/municipal-members/union-county/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Obtain Hartley Township zoning approval and any related local, county, or state approvals.
2. Prepare the UCC application, plans, and supporting documents. Residential applications require two plan sets; commercial applications require three sets and a $1,000 plan review deposit.
3. Submit the application to CKCOG by email, mail, or in-person delivery, including workers compensation proof or exemption if a contractor is involved.
4. CKCOG reviews for completeness and code compliance and calculates fees.
5. Pay the permit fee in full before permit release or inspections.
6. Schedule required inspections with CKCOG by phone, email, or fax with at least 24 hours notice (48 hours recommended).
7. Obtain the final certificate of occupancy or compliance after all inspections are approved.

Typical processing time: Residential review typically takes less than 1 week when complete; Pennsylvania UCC requires residential permits within 15 business days if not returned for corrections. Commercial review takes up to 30 business days.

Source: Central Keystone Council of Governments (CK-COG), Uniform Construction Code Management / Building Permits

General Requirements

UCC permits are required for all new construction; living space additions; attached garages; decks or ramps over 30 inches high; structural roof framing work; in-ground pools and permanent above-ground pools over 24 inches deep; fences over 6 feet; retaining walls 4 feet or higher; detached accessory structures over 1,000 square feet; and renovations affecting egress, load-bearing walls, plumbing, or electrical systems.

Required Documents

• Completed CKCOG building permit application
• Construction plans (2 sets residential, 3 sets commercial)
• Hartley Township zoning approval
• Municipal and county approvals as applicable (sewage, land development, driveway, floodplain, conservation)
• Residential energy worksheet for new residential construction
• Workers compensation proof or owner exemption affidavit if a contractor is involved
• Commercial plan review deposit ($1,000)

Permit validity

Unpaid UCC applications and permits become abandoned and null and void 1 year after application submission.

Building code

Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code under Act 45. The 2021 I-Codes became effective January 1, 2026.

Owner-builder

Residential plans may be drawn by the homeowner. Homeowners performing all associated work themselves may sign the CKCOG exemption affidavit in lieu of providing workers compensation coverage.

Contractor requirements

CKCOG requires workers compensation proof or exemption from all contractors. Pennsylvania home improvement contractors performing covered work must register with the Office of Attorney General under HICPA unless they perform less than $5,000 of work in a calendar year.

Fees

Plan check fee

Included in residential permit fees. Commercial submissions require a $1,000 plan review deposit credited toward review and permit charges.

Permit fee formula

Residential new work uses CKCOG valuation or hourly-inspection formulas; 2026 residential schedule shows an $83 hourly rate plus a $4.50 state surcharge. Commercial uses: square foot construction cost x area x 0.007.

Reinspection fee

Work started before permit issuance is subject to special fees set by the Building Code Official. No Hartley Township-specific general reinspection schedule was found.

Penalty (no permit)

Work started before permit issuance triggers special fees set by the Building Code Official.

Payment note

Payment in full required before permit release or inspections. CKCOG adds a 3% credit card convenience fee. Printing charges may apply for emailed 11x17 residential alteration drawings.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Central Keystone Council of Governments (CK-COG), Uniform Construction Code Management / Building Permits to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• CKCOG — (570) 522-1326 (phone)
• Email CKCOG at permits@ckcog.com (online)

Scheduling deadline

Minimum 24 hours notice required; 48 hours recommended.

Time windows

Early AM (8:00–10:00), Late AM (10:00–12:00), Afternoon (1:00–3:00)

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: footer/post hole, foundation, frame and masonry, rough plumbing/mechanical/gas/electrical, insulation, lath/wallboard, and final. Project-specific additions apply where needed.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code under Act 45. The 2021 I-Codes became effective January 1, 2026.
• Verify contractor license: Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration (OAG)
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Owner-builder rules: View rules
• CKCOG Inspections
• Union County Conservation District
• License lookup guide: Pennsylvania Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Pennsylvania Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Pennsylvania hub: Pennsylvania Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Hartley Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Hartley Township, PA?

UCC permits are required for all new construction; living space additions; attached garages; decks or ramps over 30 inches high; structural roof framing work; in-ground pools and permanent above-ground pools over 24 inches deep; fences over 6 feet; retaining walls 4 feet or higher; detached accessory structures over 1,000 square feet; and renovations affecting egress, load-bearing walls, plumbing, or electrical systems.

How much does a building permit cost in Hartley Township, PA?

Fees are calculated as: Residential new work uses CKCOG valuation or hourly-inspection formulas; 2026 residential schedule shows an $83 hourly rate plus a $4.50 state surcharge. Commercial uses: square foot construction cost x area x 0.007.. Plan check fee: Included in residential permit fees. Commercial submissions require a $1,000 plan review deposit credited toward review and permit charges..

How do I apply for a building permit in Hartley Township, PA?

1. Obtain Hartley Township zoning approval and any related local, county, or state approvals. 2. Prepare the UCC application, plans, and supporting documents. Residential applications require two plan sets; commercial applications require three sets and a $1,000 plan review deposit. 3. Submit the application to CKCOG by email, mail, or in-person delivery, including workers compensation proof or exemption if a contractor is involved. 4. CKCOG reviews for completeness and code compliance and calculates fees. 5. Pay the permit fee in full before permit release or inspections. 6. Schedule required inspections with CKCOG by phone, email, or fax with at least 24 hours notice (48 hours recommended). 7. Obtain the final certificate of occupancy or compliance after all inspections are approved.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Hartley Township, PA?

Typical processing time is Residential review typically takes less than 1 week when complete; Pennsylvania UCC requires residential permits within 15 business days if not returned for corrections. Commercial review takes up to 30 business days..

How do I schedule a building inspection in Hartley Township, PA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: CKCOG — (570) 522-1326, Email CKCOG at permits@ckcog.com. Minimum 24 hours notice required; 48 hours recommended..

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