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PA UCC Customers
PA Uniform Construction Code Updates
take effect October 1, 2018
  • The 2015 editions of the International Codes adopted by UCC regulations, as modified by the PA UCC RAC, are now to be used for construction project design, plan review and inspection purposes.
  • If your project was under contract for design or construction before October 1, 2018, you may submit plans and specifications based upon 2009 ICC Codes, with your permit application, through March 31, 2019. It must be accompanied by an executed copy of your contract.
  • The PA DCED Industrialized Housing Program regulatory update is lagging behind the PA DLI UCC update, so production of new industrialized (modular) homes utilizing 2015 ICC Codes will not take effect until April 1, 2019.
  • 2018 IBC regulations for accessibility are expected to become effective December 31, 2018.

ATTENTION

NEW BUILDING PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2019.

APPLICATION FEES WILL BE ASSESSED AT TIME OF APPLICATION
AS FOLLOWS:

RESIDENTIAL PERMITS: $50
COMMERCIAL PERMITS: $100

A SUMMARY OF BUILDING PERMIT FEES IS AVAILABLE HERE, OR ASK FOR A COPY AT THE BUREAU OF BUILDING STANDARDS COUNTER.

 

Building Standards & Safety

The Bureau of Building Standards and Safety (BSS) facilitates the development and maintenance of affordable, decent, safe and sanitary homes, apartments and commercial structures to ensure every citizen has access to quality places to live, work and play in a tolerant environment, using the highest standards of customer service. 

BSS is comprised of two divisions, or offices:  Building Permits and Inspections, and Residential Property Inspections.  It is also your resource for Trades Licensing.

Building Permits and Inspections

    Location: City Hall, 435 Hamilton Street, 4th Floor
    Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
    Phone Number: 610-437-7591 and 610-437-7592

Building Permits and Inspections administers and enforces the City of Allentown’s building, plumbing and electrical codes, which apply to construction, alterations, use, location, occupancy or maintenance of all buildings, structures, and service equipment.  The office reviews plans, issues permits and inspects the work.

Residential Property Inspections

    Location: City Hall, 435 Hamilton St 3rd Flr
    Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
    Phone Number: 610-437-7694 and 610-437-7695 
Residential Property Inspections is responsible for the safety and maintenance of existing residential properties through the enforcement of the City of Allentown’s Property Rehabilitation and Maintenance Code. This office provides for the registration, licensing and systematic inspection of all residential rental units in the City. This office runs the Pre-sales Inspection Program and fields complaints against problem properties.  

Trades Licensing - Electrical, Plumbing & Sheet Metal

    Location: City Hall, 435 Hamilton Street, 4th Floor
    Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
    Phone Number: 610-437-7591 and 610-437-7592
Building Permits and Inspections coordinates and/or administers the electrical, plumbing, and sheet metal licensing tests.

 

 

 

 

Contact Information
Bill Harvey
Director
Phone: 610.437.7690
William.Harvey@AllentownPA.gov

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