Applications & Permits

Work That Requires a Permit

Permits are required for the following activities, events, construction projects, and/or items:

Bridges and Culverts
Construction - Including: all new construction, additions, alterations, decks, replacement windows, and demolitions in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities
Fences
Greenhouses
Heating and Air-Conditioning - Including: new, expansion, and replacement
Plumbing and Sanitary Sewer Laterals
Road Occupancy - Including: road opening, replacement, addition to or new construction of curbs, sidewalks, or driveway openings (this includes work done by utilities)
Sanitary Sewer Connections
Signs - Permanent
Sprinkler System Installation - Including: new, expansion, alterations, and replacements
Storage Sheds
Storm Drainage - Including: paving, curbing, sidewalks, and driveways within right of ways
Swimming Pools/Spas
Tanks
- Also needs Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) notification
- All underground storage tank work must be done by DER approved installers with inspections conducted by DEP-approved third-party inspectors
Temporary Construction Trailers