Announcements

EFFECTIVE MAY 1, 2008

The method to determine permit fees for commercial renovation construction projects will change o­n May 1, 2008.

The permit fees will include a $75.00 application fee, a $75.00 per hour plan review fee , and a $75.00 per inspection fee.

This policy excludes all o­ne- and two-family dwelling construction and all new construction projects.

If you have questions, please contact our office at 814-231-3056.

Building Permit Fees:

When calculating building permit fees, a couple things to keep in mind:

Act 157 of the PA Uniform Construction Code requires that all code agencies collect a $4.00 surcharge for every permit issued.  Make sure to add $4.00 to the permit fee you calculate. 


The CRCA has a minimum permit fee of $56.00.  Construction projects with a declared cost of $7500.00 or less will be charged a permit fee of $56.00.

EFFECTIVE APRIL 12, 2009All building permit applications must be accompanied by a non-refundable minimum payment equal to 40% of the total permit fee. Plan review will no start until this fee has been received. In addition, the following items must be clearly indicated on building permit application: type of construction, use group and gross square footage; in addition, for renovation projects application must include level of alteration and corresponding square footage.