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Building Permit Requirements

Bethel Township Ordinance #162 adopts the Uniform Construction Code. All applications must comply with UCC Administrative and Enforcement Regulations, Act 45 of 1999.

*Property Address / Project Location

Provide the full address of the property where construction will take place.

*Block and Lot Number

As listed on your deed or tax records.

*Owner Name

*Owner Phone Number

Owner Email Address

Owner Mailing Address

If different from project address.

Contractor Name

Contractor Phone Number

Contractor License Number (Bethel Township)

All contractors must be licensed with Bethel Township.

*Description of Proposed Work

Describe the construction, alteration, addition, demolition, or other work to be performed.

*Type of Project

Select the category that best describes your project.

*Occupancy Type

Residential

Commercial

*Estimated Cost of Construction (labor and materials)

As reflected in the signed owner-contractor contract.

Residential Permits and Inspections — Required Submissions

Check all items you are submitting with this application.

*Which of the following permit applications and documents are included with this submission?

Completed Zoning Permit Application with plot plan

Land Disturbance Permit Application (if required by Ordinance No. 143)

Completed Building Permit Application

Completed Plumbing Permit Application

Completed Mechanical Permit Application

Completed Electrical Permit Application with electrical plans

Signed owner-contractor contract (including all labor and material charges)

Construction drawings / plans (2 copies) for plan review

Contractor and sub-contractor insurance certificates

Select all that apply.

*Does the project include a finished basement?

Yes

Finished basements require a second means of egress.

Sub-Contractor Names and License Numbers

List all sub-contractors who will perform work on this project. All must be licensed with Bethel Township.

Policy Requirements Acknowledgment

*I understand that all inspection requests must be made at least 48 hours in advance by phone at (610) 459-1529 x2, faxed to (610) 459-2921, or emailed to code.secretary@betheltwp.com.

Yes

*I understand that no work is permitted to be concealed until approved by the inspector.

Yes

*I understand that all corrected items must be re-inspected before any other work may be performed.

Yes

*I understand that all permit fees are to be paid per the current Fee Schedule of Bethel Township at or prior to issuance of all permits, and that all permits require a $5.00 UCC fee.

Yes

*I understand that failure to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Approval may result in a $2,000.00 penalty assessment, and that no furniture, personal articles, or use of any part of the building is permitted until inspected and approved.

Yes

*I understand that sheds, fences, and accessory structures require a Zoning Permit even if exempt from a Building Permit, and that plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits are required if those systems are installed.

Yes

*I understand that there are special exclusions from the Uniform Construction Code; however, such exclusions do not exclude the project from Bethel Township Zoning Permit requirements.

Yes

*Supporting Documents Upload

Upload all required documents: plot plan, construction drawings (2 copies), signed contract, insurance certificates, and any applicable permit applications.

*Applicant Printed Name

Print name of owner or authorized agent signing below.

*Applicant Signature

Type your full name to confirm:

By signing, I certify that all information provided is accurate and that I agree to comply with all Bethel Township ordinances, the Uniform Construction Code, and all applicable codes.

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