Peters Township, PA — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Peters Township Planning Department, Building and Inspections Division

Street address

Peters Township Municipal Building, Ground Floor, 610 E McMurray Road, McMurray, PA 15317

Phone

724-942-5005; Building Inspector 724-942-5008

PermitApplications@peterstownship.com

Coverage

Township staff administer zoning and most UCC permits and inspections; Code-sys performs plan review for commercial projects and certain other building permit applications.

Online portal

SDL Portal

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Permits and Applications ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Peters Township

A building permit is required to construct or enlarge any structure and for repairs or alterations involving structural members, plumbing, or electrical wiring. Purely cosmetic changes such as painting, paneling, exterior siding, shingle replacement, and window replacement are listed as not requiring a building permit.

Scope of work

Permit?

Interior painting

Exempt

Paneling

Exempt

Exterior siding

Exempt

Shingle replacement

Exempt

Window replacement

Exempt

Exempt Interior painting
Exempt Paneling
Exempt Exterior siding
Exempt Shingle replacement
Exempt Window replacement

Required documents

Building / zoning permit application
Two residential or three commercial drawing sets
Two copies of survey or site plan
Certificate of insurance
Sewage permit
Highway occupancy permit where applicable

Building code: Peters Township has adopted the 2018 IRC and IBC code of building regulations.
Permit validity: Permit is valid for one year from issuance
Owner-builder: Property owner may act as applicant; owner may sign a waiver in lieu of a professional seal in qualifying cases; property owner performing own work may claim workers compensation exemption.
Contractor requirements: Public pages do not show a separate Township general contractor license; applicants must provide workers compensation proof or exemption, and state PA HIC rules still apply where applicable.

Source: Peters Township Planning Department, Building and Inspections Division ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Usually 15 business days for residential work and 30 business days for commercial uses

01

Determine permit type from the Township permits page and gather the applicable residential or commercial checklist.
02

Submit the permit application through SDL or by emailing PDFs to PermitApplications@peterstownship.com.
03

Include the required site plan / survey, drawings, insurance documents, and any sewage or highway permits.
04

Township staff review the submittal; commercial UCC reviews are forwarded to Code-sys.
05

Pay fees, receive the permit, and schedule inspections with at least 48 hours notice.

Typical processing time: Usually 15 business days for residential work and 30 business days for commercial uses

Source: Peters Township Planning Department, Building and Inspections Division ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective 2018

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Accessory buildings / structures 120 square feet or larger and alterations up to $5,000 cost are $70; commercial or industrial construction is $70 minimum

Plan check fee

Public permit pages do not publish a separate standalone plan-check fee for ordinary building permits; commercial plans are reviewed through Code-sys under the permit process.

Permit fee formula

Accessory structures and alterations over $5,000 use a stepped valuation schedule; new single-family or multifamily construction and additions are $0.40 per square foot; all commercial or industrial construction, additions, and alterations are $8 per $1,000 of estimated construction cost.

Reinspection fee

New application after voided or expired permit $50; any passed-through Commonwealth fees apply

Township ordinance passes through Commonwealth UCC fees to applicants.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2018) before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

724-942-5005 (phone)
PermitApplications@peterstownship.com (email)

Scheduling deadline: Inspections require at least 48 hours notice
Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Typical sequence: Footers; foundation; stormwater items; ground plumbing; slab; interior plumbing; mechanical rough-in; plumbing rough-in; third-party electrical rough-in; framing; insulation; wallboard screw; final inspection; certificate of occupancy.

Source: Peters Township Planning Department, Building and Inspections Division ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Peters Township permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Peters Township, PA? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Peters Township, PA? ▸

Building permit fees in Peters Township, PA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Accessory buildings / structures 120 square feet or larger and alterations up to $5,000 cost are $70; commercial or industrial construction is $70 minimum. Fees are calculated as: Accessory structures and alterations over $5,000 use a stepped valuation schedule; new single-family or multifamily construction and additions are $0.40 per square foot; all commercial or industrial construction, additions, and alterations are $8 per $1,000 of estimated construction cost.. Plan check fee: Public permit pages do not publish a separate standalone plan-check fee for ordinary building permits; commercial plans are reviewed through Code-sys under the permit process..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Peters Township, PA? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Peters Township, PA, follow these steps: 1. Determine permit type from the Township permits page and gather the applicable residential or commercial checklist. 2. Submit the permit application through SDL or by emailing PDFs to PermitApplications@peterstownship.com. 3. Include the required site plan / survey, drawings, insurance documents, and any sewage or highway permits. 4. Township staff review the submittal; commercial UCC reviews are forwarded to Code-sys. 5. Pay fees, receive the permit, and schedule inspections with at least 48 hours notice.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Peters Township, PA? ▸

Building permit processing times in Peters Township, PA typically run Usually 15 business days for residential work and 30 business days for commercial uses. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Peters Township, PA? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Peters Township, PA. The following work is generally exempt: Interior painting; Paneling; Exterior siding; Shingle replacement; Window replacement. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Peters Township, PA? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Peters Township, PA via: 724-942-5005, PermitApplications@peterstownship.com. Inspections require at least 48 hours notice.

last verified April 2026 source Peters Township Planning Department, Building and Inspections Division ↗ entry id permits/pennsylvania/washington/peters-township

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Peters Township Planning Department, Building and Inspections Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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