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Municipality	County	Phone Number	Proposed Changes	Status
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Adams Township	Butler	724-282-3141	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area exceeding 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 3/23/09. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/25/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 5/11/09, 8:00 PM Adams Township Bldg. 690 Valencia Road Mars, PA 16046 Enacted on 5/11/09.
Amity Township	Berks	610-670-2552	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area exceeding 500 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 12/10/04. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/28/04. Enacted 1/18/05.
Amity Township	Berks	610-689-6000 ext. 232	Amendments agreed upon, after formal challenge: Adopts IRC Appendix F (Radon Control Methods). Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area exceeding 500 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and provides exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 2/19/09. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/20/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/1/09, 7:00 PM Amity Township Bldg. 2004 Weavertown Road Douglassville, PA 19518 Enacted 4/1/09. Challenged on 4/30/09. Challenge withdrawn after agreement reached on mutually acceptable changes. Revised ordinance under review by L&I as of 6/23/10. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/25/10. PUBLIC MEETING: August 18, 2009, 6:30 PM Amity Township Bldg. 2004 Weavertown Road Douglassville, PA 19518 Enacted 8/18/10.
Ashley Borough	Luzerne	570-824-1364	Requires a building permit for the following residential work: all alterations; plastering, floor tiling, cabinets and countertops, retaining walls, detached garages, driveway cuts, re-paving of driveways, storage sheds over 200 sq. ft., and earth moving and grading. (Other items already requiring UCC permits are also listed.)	Under review by L&I as of 7/03/07. Many of changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 7/9/07. Identical ordinance resubmitted and again disapproved on 3/04/08.
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Baldwin Township	Allegheny	412-391-6920	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires a building permit for the construction, erection or placement of all decks, porches and stoops. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 4/25/07. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/26/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 8/7/07, 7:30 PM Baldwin Twp. Municipal Bldg. 10 Community Park Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15234 Enacted 8/7/07.
Beaver Falls City of	Beaver	724-775-3392	Requires a building permit for one story detach accessory structures with a floor area exceeding 200 square feet.	Under review by L&I as of 11/13/13. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/18/2014. PUBLIC MEETING: 5/13/14, 7:00 PM Beaver Falls Municipal Bldg. 715 15th Street Beaver Falls PA 15010
Bensalem Township	Bucks	215-633-3643	Amending the IFC 2009 to include provisions from the IFC 2012 regarding solar photovoltaic power systems and solar panels requiring these types of systems to be installed in accordance with Sections 605.11.1 through 605.11.4 of the IFC 2012, the IBC and NFPA 70.	Under review by L&I as of 3/2/15. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/17/2015. April 16, 2015 – Township to submit a revision to the change ordinance.
Benton Township	Lackawanna	570-563-2661	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 7/11/08. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/15/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/1/08, 7:00 PM Benton Twp. Com'ty Ctr. Route 407 Fleetville, PA 18420 Enacted 10/1/08.
Bern Township	Berks	610-926-2267	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area of 200 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that will be provided with any utility service. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 1/14/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/26/05. Enacted 2/1/05.
Bernville Borough	Berks	610-987-9290	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area of 500 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that will be provided with any utility service. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 11/30/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/14/05. Enacted 2/7/06.
Bethel Township	Berks	717-933-8813	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area of 500 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that will be provided with any utility service. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 8/23/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/02/05. Enacted 11/14/05.
Bethel Township	Berks	717-933-8813	Requires the installation of key boxes in certain structures for use by the fire code official. Applicable structures of new-non-residential buildings; existing non-residential structures where new construction resulting in a physical change to the structure occurs; and existing non-residential structures where a change of use or occupancy classification occurs. The operator of the building shall immediately notify the fire code official and provide the new key where a lock is changed or rekeyed. The key to such lock shall be secured in the key box.	Under review by L&I as of 8/16/22. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/14/2022. Public Meeting: 12/8/2022, 6:00 PM Township Building 60 Klahr Road Bethel Twp, Berks Co Enacted 12/8/2022.
Bethel Township	Delaware	610-565-5100	Requires a building permit for: deck, porch and stoop replacements and enlargements; the construction of residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 200 sq. ft.; the creation of habitable space in a basement; the replacement, repair or enlargement of concrete aprons around swimming pools; and, roof replacements or repairs (except where less than 25% of the roof area is involved).	Under review by L&I as of 10/29/07. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/30/07. Enacted 1/8/08.
Bethlehem, City of	Lehigh & Northampton	610-865-7140	An ordinance affirming the adoption by reference of the 2018 International Fire Code; an implements local revisions thereto. 2018 IFC Sections 1501.03, Sub 105, 107, 108, 109, 302, 307, 308, 315, 401, 403, 505, 507, 901, 903, 905, 906, 1103, 5601, 5704, 5706, 5608, 5806, 6104	Under review by L&I as of 6/15/2022. Changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 8/23/2022. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/19/2022, 7:00 PM Town Hall 10 East Church Street Bethlehem, PA 18018
Bethlehem Township	Northampton	610-865-3664	Adopts all requirements of the International Fire Code, including Appendices B through G. Establishes additional requirements for outdoor fireworks displays.	Under review by L&I as of 5/26/09. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/28/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/20/09, 7:00PM Municipal Building 4225 Eastor Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18020 Enacted 7/20/09. Ordinance challenged 8/19/09.
Birmingham Township	Chester	610-436-4400 ext. 105	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 250 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 9/22/08. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/25/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 11/3/08, 7:30 PM Township Mun. Building 1040 West Street Road West Chester, PA 18428 Enacted 12/15/08.
Blooming Grove Township	Pike	570-775-6461	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 250 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 9/24/07. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/26/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 11/19/07, 7:00 PM Blooming Grove Mun. Bldg 488 Route 739 Blooming Grove, PA 18428 Enacted 11/09/07.
Blossburg Borough	Tioga	570-673-5180	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 600 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 9/13/07. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/14/07. Not enacted.
Braddock Hills Borough	Allegheny	412-281-5227	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 8/08/06. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/11/06. Enacted 9/14/06.
Bradford Township	Clearfield	814-857-7283	Requires a building permit for all electrical service alterations.	Under review by L&I as of 6/01/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/10/05. Enacted 7/05/05.
Brady Township	Butler	412-596-3287	Requires a building permit for all buildings (except for agricultural buildings) exceeding 200 sq.ft.	Under review by L&I as of 10/18/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/20/05. Enacted 11/16/05.
Brecknock Township	Berks	610-775-2269	Proposed ordinance requiring the installation of key boxes in certain structures for use by the code official. Key Boxes: Where required. Where access to or within a structure or an aera is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the code official is authorized to require a key box to be installed in an approved location. The key box shall be of an approved type listed in accordance with UL 1037, and shall contain labeled keys, easily identified in the field, to gain necessary access as required by the code official. Applicable structures. This section applies to the following structures: New non-residential buildings; Existing non-residential structures where new construction resulting in a physical change to the structure occurs; and Existing non-residential structures where a change of use or occupancy classification occurs; Key box maintenance. The operator of the building shall immediately notify the code official and provide the new key where a lock is changed or rekeyed. The key to such lock shall be secured in the key box.	Under review by L&I as of 2/14/2023. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/16/2023. PUBLIC MEETING: 04/04/2023 7:00 PM Township Building 889 Alleghenyville Road Brecknock Township, Berks County
Brookhaven Borough	Delaware	484-356-0555	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area in excess of 120 sq. ft. and all such structures, whenever they have any utility connections.	Under review by L&I as of 4/13/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/21/05. Enacted 6/06/05. Ordinance challenged, but parties settled on 6/14/05.
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Caln Township	Chester	484-879-2000	Adopts Appendices B, C, D, E, F, and G of the International Fire Code 2006.	Under review by L&I as of 1/23/07. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/26/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/12/07, 7:30 PM Caln Twp. Municipal Bldg. 253 Municipal Dr. Thorndale, PA 19372 Enacted 4/12/07.
Cambria-Somerset COG (Cambria Co.: Brownstown Borough, Dale Borough, East Conemaugh Borough, Ebensberg Borough, Franklin Borough, South Fork Borough, Stonycreek Twp. Somerset Co.: Central City Borough)	Cambria & Somerset	814-266-3070	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 199 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for all residential decks that are supported by another structure. Requires building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, except for the work excluded in section 403.62 of the UCC regulation as published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin on 1/10/04.	Under review by L&I as of 1/22/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/08/05. Brownstown enacted 7/13/05. Central City enacted 7/11/05. Dale enacted 9/13/05. E. Conemaugh enacted 8/09/05. Ebensburg enacted 6/27/05. Franklin enacted 6/01/05. South Fork enacted 6/15/05. Stonycreek enacted 11/08/05.
Canton Borough	Bradford	570-673-5700	Establishes construction requirements for outdoor fuel burning appliances.	Under review by L&I as of 6/08/06. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/21/06. Enacted 7/10/06.
Carroll Valley	Adams	717-263-2121	Proposed ordinance removes amendments to the International Residential Code, Section 5-112 subsections A and B: A) R313 is retitled “Fire Protection” B) R313.3 (added as follows) Automatic Sprinklers: An automatic sprinkler system designed in accordance with the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard 13D, shall be installed in all one and two family dwellings and townhouses constructed after the date of this Part.	Under review by L&I as of 6/7/2017. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/9/2017. PUBLIC MEETING: July 11, 2017 6:00 PM Borough of Carroll Valley Office 5685 Fairfield Rd Carroll Valley PA
Catasauqua Borough	Lehigh	610-264-0571	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with are 300 square feet or greater.	Under review by L&I as of 9/15/2014. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/14/2014. Public Meeting: 4/6/2015, 7:00 PM Catasuqua Borough Hall 118 Bridge Street Catasauqua, PA
Centre Township	Berks	610-775-7185	Requires the installation of key boxes in certain structures for use by the fire code official. Applicable structures of new-non-residential buildings; existing non-residential structures where new construction resulting in a physical change to the structure occurs; and existing non-residential structures where a change of use or occupancy classification occurs. The operator of the building shall immediately notify the fire code official and provide the new key where a lock is changed or rekeyed. The key to such lock shall be secured in the key box.	Under review by L&I as of 6/1/2022. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/26/2022 7:00 PM Township Building 449 Bucks Hill Road Centre Township Berks County, PA Enacted 7/26/22
Chambersburg Borough	Franklin	717-264-8020	Proposing to adopt Section 508 and 509 of the IFC 2015 edition.	Under review by L&I as of 10/21/2019. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/15/2019. PUBLIC MEETING Enacted December 16, 2019.
Chambersburg Borough	Franklin	717-264-8020	Proposing to adopt those provisions of the current edition of the International Fire Code which have not already been adopted by reference in the UCC.	Under review by L&I as of 09/09/2013. Some of the changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 11/14/2013. Resubmitted for review 11/14/2013 Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/15/2013. Amended-resubmitted for review 8/28/2014 Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/4/2014 Public Meeting: 10/13/2014 7:00 PM Borough Hall Council Chambers 100 South Second Street Chambersburg PA
Charlestown Twp	Chester	610-240-0326	Requires a permit for the following construction, repairs and alterations of residential dwellings that are currently exempt under the UCC regulations and/or IRC: 1. The construction, erection, or placement of any accessory structure, which is equal to or greater than 200 square feet, whether or not such accessory structure is connected to any utility. 2. The construction, erection, or placement of any accessory structure, which is less than 200 square feet if such accessory structure is, provided with any utility service. The applicant shall obtain a permit only for the purpose of inspection for the utility or utilities being installed or provided to the accessory structure. 3. Manufactured or industrialized housing pursuant to 34 Pa. Code Manufactured or industrialized housing pursuant to 34 Pa. Code 901(a). 4. Installation of tubing, piping, propane gas burning appliances, equipment or fixtures under the propane and Liquefied Petroleum Gas Act. 5. Construction of individual sewage disposal systems. Also, the amendment will exempt the following construction, repairs and alterations of residential dwellings that are currently not exempt under the UCC regulations and/or the IRC. 1. Replacement of windows and doors when there is no change in size of the existing opening. 2. Re-roofing of less than 25 percent of total area. 3. Addition or replacement of siding on the exterior of the residential structure. 4. Repair or replacement of any nonstructural portion of a deck or porch stoop. 5. Replacement of an appliance switch or receptacle with a switch or receptacle, which is the same or has a like rating. 6. The repair or replacement of any nonstructural member. 7. The repair or replacement of any sink, toilet, tub, shower, or similar plumbing fixture without relocation of any drain or venting device.	Under review by L&I as of 6/23/11. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 08/26/2011. PUBLIC MEETING: 11/07/2011, 7:30 PM Great Valley Middle School 255 N. Phoenixville Pike Malvern, PA
Carroll Township	York	717-432-4951	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 1/24/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/26/05. Enacted 3/15/05.
Carroll Valley Borough	Adams	717-642-8269 ext. 3	I-Fire Code: Adopt Appendix B I-Residential Code: Add subsections to R313.3 that will require sprinklers in new residential construction, and water flow alarms and outside alarm bells on the mandated sprinkler systems.	Under review by L&I as of 6/25/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503(b); approval letter mailed 7/12/04. Enacted 9/14/04. Ordinance challenged. Ordinance upheld 2/1/05. Reconsideration request denied 2/10/05. Adams County Court of Common Pleas upheld ordinance.
Chester Township	Delaware	610-565-3700 ext. 245	Requires that bedrooms have a floor area of not less than 90 sq. ft., and that all other habitable rooms, except for kitchens, shall have a floor area of not less than 70 sq. ft., in all buildings subject to the requirements of the International Residential Code. Provides for administrative penalties.	Under review by L&I as of 8/08/07. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/10/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/4/07, 7:00 PM Chester Twp. Mun. Bldg. 1150 Engle Street Chester, PA 19013 Enacted 10/4/07. Ordinance challenged. Revised ordinance submitted on 2/4/08. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/05/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 3/6/08, 7:00 PM Chester Twp. Mun. Bldg. 1150 Engle Street Chester, PA 19013 Enacted 3/6/08.
Conewago Township	York	717-846-2004	Requires installation of sprinklers in all new buildings in excess of 5,000 sq. ft., all new buildings housing flammable materials and which are in excess of 3,750 sq. ft., and in all new dwellings except for one- or two-family stand-alone dwellings.	Under review by L&I as of 10/22/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/28/04. Ordinance enacted 12/6/04. Ordinance challenged. Challenge upheld and ordinance rendered null and void 5/24/05.
Conshohocken Borough	Montgomery	610-828-1092	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures in excess of 200 sq. ft. Reinstitutes a building permit requirement for residential alterations and repairs. Requires a building permit application to be made for residential emergency repairs within one business day. (Only first change requires L&I approval.)	Under review by L&I as of 11/4/04. First change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/15/04. Enacted 11/10/05.
Coolbaugh Township	Monroe	570-894-8490	Adopts Appendices A, B (modified), C, D, E, F, and G of the International Fire Code.	Under review by L&I as of 11/08/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/15/05. Enacted 12/20/05. Ordinance challenged. Challenge upheld and ordinance declared null and void on 3/23/06.
Coolbaugh Township	Monroe	570-894-8490	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and most repairs. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 2/14/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/15/05. Enacted 3/15/05.
Crafton Borough	Allegheny	412-208-3000	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 200 sq. ft., if they have a utility connection. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 8/20/07. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/22/07. Council voted against enactment 6/11/08.
Cressona Borough	Schuylkill	570-668-1241	Establishes requirements for outdoor furnaces constructed to supply heat to buildings, swimming pools and saunas.	Under review by L&I as of 4/20/09. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 04/22/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 6/15/09, 7:30 PM Cressona Munic. Bldg. 68 South Sillyman St. Cressona, PA 17929 Enacted 6/15/09.
Cross Roads Borough	York	717-993-2086	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures in excess of 499 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 12/3/04. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/28/04. Enacted 3/08/05.
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Dallastown Borough	York	717-849-4128	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, except where specifically exempted in this ordinance. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 250 sq. ft.	Under review by L& I as of 7/14/05 Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/20/05. Enacted 9/12/05.
Delaware Township	Mercer	724-588-2040	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area larger than 500 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 10/18/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/19/04. Ordinance enacted 11/3/04.
Delta Borough	York	717-848-4900, ext. 109	Adopts Appendix F (Radon Control Methods) of the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 9/21/10. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/22/10. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/25/10, 7:00 PM 101 College Avenue Delta, PA 17314 Enacted 10/25/10
Dingman Township	Pike	570-296-8455	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area larger than 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 9/16/04. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/22/04. Enacted 10/19/04.
Douglass Township	Berks	610-408-3631	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area of 120 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 9/29/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/05/05. Enacted 11/01/05.
Dover Township	York	717-845-3674	Requires that all residential exit doors above 30" in height from ground level have landings, ramps, stairways, handrails and guardrails as required by the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 3/10/08. Change found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); disapproval letter mailed 3/11/08.
Downingtown Borough	Chester	610-269-0344	Requiring a building permit for the construction, erection, or placement of any accessory structure which is equal to or greater than 200 square feet, whether or not the accessory structure is connected to a utility. Requiring a permit for the installation of any utility to an accessory structure regardless of its size. Requiring a permit for the replacement or re-shingling of any residential roof. Requiring a permit for all decks that are, at any point, 12 inches or greater above the adjacent grade. Adoption of Section 506 "Key boxes" of the 2009 International Fire Code in its entirety. Violation and penalty - upon conviction a minimum $250 nor more than $1000 plus court costs and in default of payment of said fine and costs, to a term of imprisonment not to exceed 90 days.	Under review by L&I as of 08/15/2013 Some of the changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 9/5/2013.
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East Cocalico	Lancaster	717-336-1720	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 400 sq. ft. or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 400 sq. ft., if they have a utility connection. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 3/17/10. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/19/10. Enacted 6/2/10.
East Earl Township	Lancaster	717-354-5593	Adopts Appendices E., F., H., I., J. and K-K13 of the Int. Building Code and Appendices A., B., C., D., F., G., I., K., N., O. and Q of the Int. Residential Code. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 100 sq. ft. or with a lesser area, if served by a utility. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and specifies thirteen exceptions. Amends other administrative and enforcement requirements, as allowed by 34 Pa Code §403.102(l).	Under review by L&I as of 1/30/09. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b), provided Appendix K of IRC is deleted and 3 missing codes are adopted as part of the UCC; approval letter mailed 2/03/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/14/09, 7:00PM East Earl Twp. Bldg. 4610 Division Highway East Earl, PA 17519 Enacted 4/14/09. Challenged on 5/14/09.
East Greenville Borough	Montgomery	215-679-5912	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 44 exceptions. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 119 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 8/14/08. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b), provided two drafting errors are corrected; approval letter mailed 8/18/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/6/08, 7:30PM E. Greenville Borough Bldg. 206 Main Street E. Greenville, PA 18041 Enacted 10/6/08.
East Greenville Borough	Montgomery	215-679-5912	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a floor area equal to or greater than 200 sq. ft. Exempts uncovered decks that are no more than 30” above grade only if the deck area does not exceed 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 5/20/11. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/24/11. PUBLIC MEETING: 6/28/11, 7:30PM East Greenville Boro Hall 206 Main Street E. Greenville, PA 18041
East Hempfield Township	Lancaster	717-898-3100	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 400 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions. Adopts Appendix F (Radon Control Methods) of the International Residential Code 2006.	Under review by L&I as of 10/06/08. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b), provided two drafting errors are corrected; approval letter mailed 10/07/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 11/19/08, 7:30 PM E. Hempfield Twp. Bldg. 1700 Nissley Road Landisville, PA 17538 Enacted 11/19/08.
East Lansdowne Borough	Delaware	610-565-7520	Requires a building permit for renovations/repairs consistent with the 2015 International Residential Code. Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a floor area greater than 200 sq. ft. in size or containing a utility. Plumbing/Building Code – Sanitary Sewer – Requires a two way clean out to be installed for sanitary sewers.	Under review by L&I as of 7/15/2016. PUBLIC MEETING: 9/12/2016 6:30 PM East Lansdowne Borough Hall 155 Lexington Ave East Lansdowne PA
East Nantmeal Township	Chester	610-987-9290	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 200 sq. ft. and that have a utility connection. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 4/11/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/21/05. Enacted 6/05/05.
East Pennsboro Township	Cumberland	717-732-0711	Excludes from building permit requirements all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area of less than 200sq. ft., as long as they have no utility connections. Excludes from residential building permit requirements only those repairs and alterations excluded in section R105.2 of the International Residential Code. Requires a building permit for all residential decks that are attached to another structure.	Under review by L&I as of 3/17/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/28/05. Enacted 4/20/05.
East Pikeland Township	Chester	610-933-1770	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 200 sq. ft. and that have a utility connection. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 2/25/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/08/05. Enacted 4/05/05.
Edgmont Township	Delaware	610-459-1662	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 300 sq. ft, or, if 300 sq. ft. or less and having a utility connection. Requires a building permit for residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 3/09/06. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/15/06. Enacted 4/19/06.
Edgmont Township	Delaware	610-459-1662	The ordinance proposes to eliminate and exclude Section R310.6 Alterations or repairs of existing basements, from the 2015 International Residential Building Code and such alterations or repairs of existing basements creating habitable space in such existing basements, except as otherwise provided in Section R310.1 of the 2015 International Residential Code, shall require emergency escape and rescue opening.	Under review by L&I as of 2/6/2020. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/29/2020. PUBLIC MEETING: 8/11/2020, 8:00 PM Edgmont Township Building 1000 Gradyville Rd Gradyville, PA 19039 Challenge received by the Department on 9/11/2020.
Edinboro Borough	Erie	814-734-1812 ext. 130	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area in excess of 192 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 1/28/10.
Edinboro Borough	Erie	814-734-1812 ext. 130	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area in excess of 192 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 1/28/10. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/01/10. PUBLIC MEETING: 3/9/2010, 6:30 PM City Hall 124 Meadville Street Edinboro, PA 16412 Enacted 3/9/10.
Elizabeth Township	Lancaster	717-299-5251	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 400 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 400 sq. ft. that have a utility connection. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 4/25/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/02/05. Enacted 6/14/05.
Elk Township	Chester	610-692-9232	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 400 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 9/28/10 Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/29/10. PUBLIC MEETING: Nov. 1, 2010, 6:30 PM Elk Twp. Municipal Bldg. 952 Chesterville Road Lewisville, PA 19351
Elkland Township	Sullivan	570-326-6555	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 500 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 3/23/07. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/26/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 5/1/07, 7:00 PM Elkland Twp. Municipal Bldg Kobbe Road Forksville, PA 18616 Enacted 5/1/07.
Ephrata Township	Lancaster	724-282-3141	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area equal to or greater than 400 sq. ft. Requires a permit for the purpose of inspection for a utility or utilities being installed or provided to an accessory structure that is less than 400 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 8/3/2020 Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/19/2020. PUBLIC MEETING: 9/1/2020, 7:00 PM Ephrata Township Office 265 Akron Road Ephrata PA 17522
Ephrata Township	Lancaster	717-336-3015	Allows the installation of an automatic sprinkler system along with metal bar joists and a reinforced concrete floor system in all residential use group buildings and dwellings, in lieu of using a concrete masonry party wall as required by Section 3.707.1 of the Township's UCC ordinance.	Under review by L&I as of 2/25/2008. Changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); disapproval letter mailed 02/26/08.
Ephrata Township	Lancaster	717-336-3015	Adopts Appendix F (Radon Control Methods) of the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 5/08/07. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/10/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 6/19/07, 7:00 AM Ephrata Twp. Bldg. 265 Akron Road Ephrata, PA 17522 Enacted 6/19/07.
Exeter Township	Berks	610-779-4888	Adopts Appendices E, F, and G of the International Fire Code 2006, establishes fines and permits fire authorities to set geographic limits for certain hazardous storage uses.	Under review by L&I as of 2/03/06. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/13/06. Enacted on 3/27/06. Ordinance challenged. Revised ordinance submitted and all changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/30/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/28/08, 6:45 PM Township Hall 4975 DeMoss Road Reading, PA 19606 Enacted 4/28/08.

F | G | H | I | J

Municipality

County

Phone Number

Proposed Changes

Status

F

Fairview Township

York

717-901-5222

Proposed exemption of residential accessory structures that are less than 400 square feet, provided the structure will not be equipped with heating, cooling, electric, water or sewer service.

Proposed exemption of those permit exclusions set forth in R105.2 of the 2009 International Residential Code relating to alterations which do not make structural changes or changes to the means of egress to a residential building.

Proposed exemption of those permit exclusions set forth in R105.2 of the 2009 International Residential Code relating to repairs to residential structures.

Approval Letter 4/11/2012

Meeting April 30, 2012 7:00PM
Fairview Township Municipal Building
599 Lewisberry Road
New Cumberland, PA 17070

Falls Township

Bucks

215-949-9000

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures larger than 500 sq. ft.

Requires a building permit for alterations and repairs in all buildings.

Under review by L&I as of 9/16/04.

Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/22/04.

Enacted 10/19/04.

Fishing Creek Township

Columbia

570-925-6205

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 500 sq. ft. or if less than 500 sq. ft. and served by any utility.

Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs that are excluded by 34 Pa Code Â§403.62.

Establishes permit requirements for recreational cabins that owners want to occupy as permanent residences.

Under review by L&I as of 8/25/09.

Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/28/09.

PUBLIC MEETING:
10/7/09, 6:00 PM
Township Building
3188 SR 487
Orangeville, PA 17859

Enacted 10/7/09.

Forty Fort Borough

Luzerne

570-287-8586

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 120 sq. ft or more.

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 120 sq. ft. and that have a utility connection.

Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.

Under review by L&I as of 11/08/06.

Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/09/06.

Enacted 12/18/06.

Forty Fort Borough

Luzerne

570-287-8586 ext. 37

Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 5 exceptions.

Under review by L&I as of 11/22.10.

Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/24/10.

Forward Township

Allegheny

412-384-1761

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area in excess of 300 sq. ft.

Under review by L&I as of 11/07/07.

Enacted 1/7/08.

Fountain Hill Borough

Lehigh

610-867-0301

Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs pursuant to the International Residential Code 2009 Chapter 1 Section 105.

Requires a building permit for Utility and Miscellaneous use structures.

Requires a plumbing permit for the installation of a water heater in any structure

Requires a permit for fireplace installation or alteration, permanently wired appliances being changed over or altered.

Occupancy of any structure which is altered or erected without securing the permits required is hereby declared unlawful and a violation of the UCC, unless the alteration or erection would otherwise be exempt from permit requirements pursuant to the International Residential Code 2009, Section R 105.2.

Establishment of a section titled Emergency Escape and Rescue Requirements requiring all habitable space and every sleeping room shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 3, Section 310 of the International Residential Code 2009.

Under review by L&I as of 6/14/2013.

Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/19/2013.

PUBLIC MEETING:
8/5/13 7 p.m.
Borough of Fountain Hill
941 Long Street
Fountain Hill, PA 18015

City of Franklin

Venango

814-437-1430

Requires a permit for fences over 2 feet high for commercial buildings.

Requires a building permit for all window awnings 32 square feet and larger.

Requires a building permit for fences over 2 feet high for residential buildings.

Requires a building permit for all decks for residential buildings.

Under review by L&I as of 9/19/2016.

All changes found to be in compliance with
35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 09/26/2016.

PUBLIC MEETING:
11/14/2016, 7:00 PM
City of Franklin Council Chambers
430 13th Street
Franklin PA 16323

G

Germany Township

Adams

717-334-6718

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area in excess of 250 sq. ft.

Under review by L&I as of 10/15/10.

Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/19/10.

PUBLIC MEETING: Dec. 13, 2010 6:00 PM
427 Mengus Road
Littlestown, PA 17340

Enacted 12/13/10.

Greater Jefferson Area COG: Boroughs of Brookville, Summerville and Timblin (but not Big Run), and Townships of Barnett, Bell, Beaver, Clover, Eldred, Gaskill, Heath, Henderson, Knox, McCalmont, Oliver, Perry, Polk, Porter, Ringgold, Rose, Union, Warsaw, Washington, Winslow and Young.

Jefferson

814-265-8539

Requires a building permit for all residential electrical service upgrades or renovations.

Under review by L&I as of 5/26/05.

Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/09/05.

Green Lane Borough

Montgomery

610-476-7212

Restricts the sale of certain pyrotechnics and open burning, and establishes fines for violations of these restrictions.

Under review by L&I as of 5/09/06.

Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/17/06.

Enacted 7/13/06.

H

Hamburg Borough

Berks

610-372-7700

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 300 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility.

Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 8 exceptions.

Under review by L&I as of 7/19/10.

Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/20/10.

PUBLIC MEETING:
8/23/10, 7:00 PM
Hamburg Municipal Ctr.
61 North Third Street
Hamburg, PA 19526

Enacted 8/23/10.

Hamilton Township

Adams

717-232-5000

Adopts Appendix B of the International Fire Code.

Requires installation of sprinklers in buildings with two or more family dwellings and in all townhouses, and water-flow alarms on these systems.

Under review by L&I as of 11/08/07.

Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/19/07.

PUBLIC MEETING:
4/7/08, 7:00 PM
Hamilton Twp. Mun. Bldg.
272 Mummerts Church Road
Abbottstown, PA 17301

Enacted 4/7/08.

Ordinance challenged 5/5/08.

Continuance granted on hearing on 10/1/08, pending decision to adopt residential sprinkler requirements as part of UCC.

Ordinance challenge dismissed as settled, ended and discontinued on Oct. 6, 2011.

Hamiltonban Township

Adams

717-642-0022

Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area in excess of 250 sq. ft.

Under review by L&I as of 6/27/05.

Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/28/05.

Enacted 8/02/05.

Hanover Township

Northampton

610-865-3664

Adopts the requirements (including Appendices) of the International Fire Code not adopted by 34 Pa Code §403.21.

Under review by L&I as of 4/21/09.

Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/22/09.

PUBLIC MEETING:
5/26/09, 7:00 PM
Municipal Building
3630 Jacksonville Road
Bethlehem, PA 18017

Enacted 6/23/09.

Ordinance challenged 7/23/09.

Dismissed as moot, discontinued and ended February 6, 2012.

Hazle Township

Luzerne

570-233-0121

Requires that residential sprinkler system drawings be designed or approved by a licensed design professional or a NICET certified professional, and that such systems be installed and tested by a certified sprinkler installer.

Under review by L&I as of 12/01/10.

Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/02/10.

PUBLIC MEETING:
1/11/11, 5:30 PM
Hazle Twp. Building
103 West 23rd Street
Hazleton, PA 18202

Ordinance not enacted.

Hazle Township

Luzerne

570-453-2466

I-Residential Code: Amends section M1804.2.5.1 to require direct vent terminations of not less than 7 ft., when the manufacturer does not specify a clearance height over a walkway, balcony or deck area.

Under review by L&I as of 9/26/05.

Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/18/05.

Enacted 11/14/05.

Hazle Township

Luzerne

570-453-2466

Requires a building permit for all detached accessory structures.

I-Residential Code: Amends sections R309.1, R403.1, R403.1.3, R405.1, R502.2.1, R602.8, R611.1, R1004.1, M1401, P2904.5.1, Table P2904.4.1, Table 2904.5., Table P3002.1, Table P3202.4, P3201.4, P3113.1, and E3601.

Under review by L&I as of 12/29/04.

All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/6/05.

Enacted 2/2/05.

Challenged; settled on 6/23/05 after ordinance was amended.

Hazleton City

Luzerne

570-455-2999

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures of more than 120 sq. ft.

Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, except for painting, papering, tiling, carpeting and similar finish work.

Requires a permit for siding on residential and commercial buildings.

Amends other administrative and enforcement requirements, as allowed by 34 Pa Code §403.102(l).

Under review by L&I as of 1/20/09.

All changes requiring L&I approval found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/22/09.

PUBLIC MEETING:
4/23/09, 6:30 PM
Hazleton City Hall
40 North Church Street
Hazleton, PA 18201

Enacted 6/18/09
Rescinded 1/22/2014

Hazleton City

Luzerne

570-459-4925

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures of more than 120 sq. ft.

Requires a building permit for all alterations to residential buildings with the exception of painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, and similar work.

Requires a building permit for all repairs to residential buildings with the exception of painting, papering, tiling, carpeting and similar work.

Requires a building permit for all siding installation on residential and commercial buildings.

Requires a building permit for all fences; oil derricks; retaining walls over 3 feet in height; all water tanks; all sidewalks and driveways; and all decks.

The City of Hazelton issues residential permits for one (1) year. Permits may be renewed for one year at the discretion of the Building Code Official is the work is not completed.

Under review by L&I as of 12/20/2013.

Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503(b); approval letter mailed 1/07/2014.

Hilltown Township

Bucks

267-454-2260

Proposed ordinance requiring permits for:

Construction, erection or placement of any accessory structure that is equal to or greater than 250 square feet
Construction, erection or placement of any accessory structure that is less than 250 square feet, if the structure is to be provided with any utility service
All alterations or repairs to residential buildings otherwise exempt from the UCC by Act 92 of 2004, subject to certain exceptions

Under review by L&I as of 11/17/2023

PUBLIC MEETING:
10/23/2023 7 PM
Hilltown Township Municipal Building
13 W Creamery Rd
Perkasie PA 18944

11/27/2023 Meeting

Honey Brook Township

Chester

610-273-3970

Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures larger than 499 sq. ft.

Under review by L&I as of 8/20/04.

Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503(b); approval letter mailed 8/27/04.

Enacted 10/13/04.

I

Indian Lake Borough

Somerset

814-443-4681

Adopts the requirements of 35 P.S. § 7210.902 (b) for enforcement of UCC in all uncertified buildings.

Under review by L&I as of 2/23/09.

Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/24/09.

PUBLIC MEETING:
4/8/09, 6:00 PM
Borough Office
1301 Causeway Drive
Central City, PA 15926

Enacted 4/08/09.

Ingram Borough

Allegheny

412-281-5227

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility.

Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.

Under review by L&I as of 8/25/06.

All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/29/06.

Enacted 10/09/06.

J

Jefferson Hills Boro

Allegheny

412-655-7735

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area exceeding 300 sq. ft.

Under review by L&I as of 09/09/2013.

All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/12/2013.

PUBLIC MEETING:
10/09/2013 6:00 PM
Jefferson Hills Municipal Center
925 Old Clairton Road
Jefferson Hills PA 15025-3133

Jefferson Township

Berks

610-987-9290

Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 500 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility.

Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.

Under review by L&I as of 3/14/07.

All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/15/07.

PUBLIC MEETING:
5/12/07, 9:00 AM
Jefferson Twp. Mun. Bldg.
5 Solly Lane
Bernville, PA 19506

Enacted 5/12/07.

K | L | M | N | O

Municipality	County	Phone Number	Proposed Changes	Status
K
Kenhorst Borough	Berks	610-775-0888	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 400 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 6/24/08. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/25/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 8/7/08, 7:30 PM Kenhorst Borough Hall 339 S. Kenhorst Blvd. Kenhorst, PA 19607
Kennedy Township	Allegheny	412-787-5422	Establishes a number of changes relative to building permits, including: requiring permits for most alterations and repairs; limiting the validity of building permits to 180 days; regulating all decks and residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 120 sq. ft.; and establishing municipal administrative penalties.	Under review by L&I as of 11/20/09. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/23/09. PUBLIC MEETING: Dec. 30, 2009, 7:00 AM Kennedy Twp. Bldg. 340 Forest Grove Road Coraopolis, PA 15108 Enacted 12/30/09.
Kidder Township	Carbon	570-722-8179	Requires a building permit for any residential utility and miscellaneous use structure with a building area exceeding 200 sq. ft. Amends UCC by exempting from a permit only the residential work listed in the I-Residential Code (section R105.2)	Under review by L&I as of 3/14/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/29/05. Enacted 2/17/05.
Kulpmont Borough	Northumberland	570-373-3782	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 120 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 7/11/07. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/12/07.
Kutztown Borough	Berks	610-683-3290	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area larger than 200 sq. ft., but limits compliance with footer and foundation requirements to structures of this type only when over 400 sq. ft. Amends UCC by exempting from a permit only the residential work listed in the I-Residential Code (section R105.2).	Under review by L&I as of 3/21/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/29/05. Enacted 5/24/05.
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Lackawaxen Township	Pike	570-685-2990	Requires a building permit for utility and miscellaneous use structures that are accessory to detached one family dwellings with a building area of 400 to 1000 square feet and shall be built in accordance with the current edition of the IRC. Except for any provisions requiring frost protection. Structures not requiring frost protection must be detached, one story, light frame construction with any eave height of 10 feet or less and have a building area of 1000 square feet or less.	Under review by L&I as of 3/06/14. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/21/2014. PUBLIC MEETING: 5/19/14, 7:00 PM Lackawaxen Twp Building 169 Urban Road Hawley PA 18428
Lackawaxen Township	Pike	570-296-6453	Requires a building permit for finishing residential basements, converting rooms to bedrooms and conversion of any non-habitable space to a habitable space. Requires a building permit for decks attached to dwelling units. Seeks to reinstitute a requirement for the installation of hard-wired smoke detectors when residential dwellings are altered or added on to. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures of 100 sq. ft. or more. Ordinance revision: residential utility and miscellaneous structures of 400 sq. ft. or more require a building permit.	Under review by L&I as of 1/09/06. All changes except smoke detector requirement found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/17/06. Enacted 6/21/06. Revision under review by L&I as of 12/10/08. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/12/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 1/21/09, 6:30 PM Twp. Municipal Bldg. 116 Township Road Lackawaxen, PA 18435 Enacted 1/21/09.
Lancaster City	Lancaster	717-291-4700	Administrative Amendments; Section 403.1(b)(3) by changing 1,000 square feet to 200 square feet. Section 403.42(c)(1) by deleting from subsection (vi) "cabinets and similar finishing work"; and by deleting from subsection (xiii) "Window replacement without structural change." Revisions: Amendment of Section 403.1(b)(3) by changing 1,000 square feet to 200 square feet. Amendment to Section 403.42(c)(1) by deleting from subsection (vi) "cabinets and similar finishing work"; and by deleting from subsection (xiii) "Window replacement without structural change." Amendment to Section 403.42a(b) by adding language relating to permit fees. Amendment to Section 403.45 Inspections, subsection (c) by adding language relating to structures, equipment, or other systems not ready for the scheduled inspection, requiring the contractor to be responsible for payment of additional fees.	Revision under review by L&I as of 03/21/2012. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 03/28/2012. Revision under review by L&I as of: 5/4/2012. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/9/2012. Approval letter mailed 5/10/2012. Public Hearing: 6/12/2012 7:30pm Council Chambers 100 South Queen Street Lancaster, PA
Lancaster City	Lancaster	570-296-6453	Administrative Amendments; Sections 403.62 through 403.65 relating to permit requirements and exceptions, permit applications, the grant, denial and effect of permits, inspections, and certificates of use and occupancy for residential buildings are hereby amended to conform to Sections 403-42 through 403.46 so that the requirements for residential buildings and noresidential buildings and structures are the same. A building permit shall be required for the erection, construction or placement of detached utility and miscellaneous use structures, such as private garages, carports, greenhouses, gazebos and shed accessory to single family homes, if greater than 200 square feet in building area. Where detached utility and miscellansous use structures, such as provate garages, carports, greenhouses, gazebos and sheds accessory to single family homes of 200 square feet or less in building area are connected to a public utility, an appropriate permit for the public utility connection is required. A building permit shall be required for residential alterations or repairs as set forth in Section 403.62 of the Uniform Construction Code.	Revision under review by L&I as of 9/15/11. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/23/11. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/11/11, 7:30 PM Council Chambers 100 South Queen Street Lancaster, PA Council vote scheduled for: 10/25/11, 7:30 PM Council Chambers 100 South Queen Street Lancaster, PA
Lancaster City	Lancaster	570-296-6453	Proposes technical amendments to the International Residential Code Section 1, Sections: R110.2 Use and Occupancy; R202 Definition of Building Sewer; R314.1 Smoke Detection and Notification; R301.2(1) Climate and Geographic Design Criteria; R319.1 Site Address; R322.1.6 Protection of mechanical and electrical systems; R322.2.1 Elevation Requirements; R403.1 Footings; R403.1.1 Footings Minimum Size; R602.3.1 Bearing Studs; R602.3.1 Bearing Studs Exceptions; M1801.3.2 Flue Passageways; P2603.6 Freezing; P2719 Floor Drains; P2903.10 Hose Bibb; P2903.7 Size of Water Service Mains, Branch Mains and Risers; P2905.4Water service pipe; Appendix H Patio Covers Proposes technical amendments to the International Building Code Section 2, Sections: 202 Definition of building code official; 301.2 Address identification required; 903.4 Sprinkler system monitoring and alarms; 907.6.5 Monitoring; 907.6.5.1 Automatic telephone dialing devices; 912.2.2 Fire department connections-existing buildings; 912.4 Signs; 1608.1 Snow loads general; 1612.3 Establishing of flood hazard areas; 3303.4 Vacant lot; 3303.6 Utility connections; 3303 Demolition; 3307 Protection of adjoining property; B101.1 Application; B101.2Membership; B101.3 Notice of meeting; B101.4 Board decision; B101.5 Application for appeal; B101.6 Fees; Appendix H 101.1 General; Appendix H 104 Identification. Proposes technical amendments to the International Mechanical Code Sections: 506.3 Ducts serving type 1 hoods; 507 Commercial kitchen hoods; 507.1 General; 801.18.2 Flue passageways; Proposes technical amendments to the International Plumbing Code, Sections: 202 Definition building sewer; 301.3 Connections to the sanitary drainage system; 301.6 Prohibited locations; 302.2 Industrial wastes; 305.6 Freezing; 412 Floor drains; 603.1 Water service pipe; 608.15.4.2 Hose connection; 803 Special wastes; 1003 Interceptors and sewers, Sub section 1003.1; 1113 Sumps. Proposes amendments for violations and penalties establishing fines ranging from $100 to $1000 with additional step increase on secondary and third offenses. Establishes acceptable time frames for corrective actions and fines for failure to conduct corrective actions.	Revision under review by L&I as of 03/25/2013. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/23/2013, 7:30 PM Council Chambers 100 South Queen Street Lancaster, PA
Lawrenceville Borough	Tioga	570-827-2066	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 256 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 6/30/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/13/05. Enacted 9/06/05.
Leesport Borough	Berks	610-987-9290	Adopting §506 of the 2018 International Fire Code for the installation of key boxes in certain structures for use by the code official.	Under review by L&I as of 11/21/2023. PUBLIC MEETING: 2/21/2024 at 6:00 PM Leesport Borough Hall 27 South Canal Street Leesport, PA
Lehighton Borough	Carbon	610-398-0904	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 250 square feet or greater.	Under review by L&I as of 10/08/2014. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/17/2014. PUBLIC MEETING: 11/24/2014 at 7:30 PM Lehighton Borough Municipal Building 1 Constitution Ave Lehighton PA
Liberty Borough	Tioga	570-324-6372	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 400 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 4/03/06. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/6/06. Enacted 4/18/06.
Ligonier Borough	Westmoreland	724-238-5877	Requires a building permit for outdoor fuel burning appliances, establishes specifications and limits the types of fuel for these appliances.	Under review by L&I as of 6/03/08. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/05/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/6/08, 6:45 PM Ligonier Town Hall 120 East Main Street Ligonier, PA 15658 Enacted 10/6/08.
Limerick Township	Montgomery	215-661-0400	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures.	Under review by L&I as of 3/13/07. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/14/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/26/07, 7:00 PM Limerick Twp. Mun. Bldg. 646 West Ridge Pike Limerick, PA 19468 Enacted 4/26/07.
Liverpool Borough	Perry	717-975-2840	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures exceeding 199 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 2/18/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/23/05. Enacted 4/11/05.
Lower Allen Township	Cumberland	717-975-7575	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures exceeding 200 sq. ft. or any sized utility and miscellaneous use structure that has heating or cooling equipment or is connected to a utility. Requires a building permit for certain residential repairs and alterations. Requires a building permit for residential decks that are attached to residential dwellings.	Under review by L&I as of 12/28/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/6/05. Enacted 1/24/05.
Lower Chichester Township	Delaware	610-532-2884	Proposes an ordinance for automatic sprinkler system or systems for newly constructed buildings and existing buildings and supersedes any and all provisions and requirements found in the IBC, Chapters 9 and 34, the IEBC and the IRC.	Under review by L&I as of 12/17/2014. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503(b): approval letter mailed 12/30/2014. Public Meeting: 2/16/2015 at 7:30 PM Lower Chichester Township Municipal Building 1410 Market Street Linwood PA 19061 Enacted 2/16/2015 Challenge 3/17/2015
Lower Chichester Township	Delaware	610-532-2884	Requires a building permit for utility and miscellaneous use structures that are accessory to detached one-family dwellings that are 80 square feet or greater. Utility and miscellaneous use structures that are less than 80 square feet and that contain utilities will require permitting for those utilities. Proposes requiring a two way clean out to be installed in addition to the guidelines in Section 708 of the International Plumbing Code. Proposes requiring a building permit for all alterations and repairs to residential buildings as required by the IBC 2009.	Under review by L&I as of 12/17/2014. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503(b): approval letter mailed 01/02/2015.
Lower Macungie Township	Lehigh	610-966-4343	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations or repairs, except for those excluded by the International Residential Code. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures exceeding 250 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for the installation of all hot water heaters. Requires a building permit for the installation or alteration of all fireplaces or permanently wired appliances. Requires that all habitable spaces or sleeping rooms comply with section 310 of the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 10/18/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/20/05. Enacted 12/01/05.
Lower Merion Township	Montgomery	610-645-6200	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more. Requires a building permit for the alteration and repair of all residential buildings.	Under review by L&I as of 11/18/04. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/24/04. Enacted 12/15/04.
Lower Nazareth Township	Northampton	610-759-7434	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 500 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 12/13/04. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/28/04. Enacted 2/01/05.
Lower Pottsgrove	Montgomery	610-323-0436	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 7 exceptions.Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures exceeding 225 sq. ft. and any of these structures that have a building area of 225 sq. ft. or less and are served by utilities.	Under review by L&I as of 12/02/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/14/05.
Loyalsock Township	Lycoming	570-323-6151	Adopts numerous portions of the International Fire Code 2009 not referenced in the International Building Code and not otherwise enforceable.	Under review by L&I as of 9/30/09. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b), if ordinance is adopted after adoption of 2009 International Codes; approval letter mailed 10/13/09. Public Meeting: Jan. 12, 2010, 8:00 PM Loyalsock Twp. Bldg. 2501 East Third Street Loyalsock, PA 17701 Enacted 1/12/10.
Loyalsock Township	Lycoming	570-323-6151	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area exceeding 500 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations except for minor framing changes needed to replace windows and doors.	Under review by L&I as of 5/30/08. Changes other than the effective date found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/02/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/22/08, 7:45 PM Loyalsock Twp. Bldg. 2501 East Third Street Loyalsock, PA 17701 Enacted: 8/12/08
Loyalsock Township	Lycoming	570-323-6151	Revocation of the Township’s International Fire Code, designated as Ordinance No. 339 and to revert back to the current PA UCC with all of its provisions.	Under review by L&I as of 3/13/13. Changes other than the effective date found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); if ordinance is adopted after adoption of 2009 International Codes; approval letter mailed 03/18/13. PUBLIC MEETING: 5/14/13, 7:15 PM Loyalsock Twp. Bldg. 2501 East Third Street Loyalsock, PA 17701
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Macungie Borough	Lehigh	610-966-2503	Requires a permit for accessory structures greater than 200 square feet. Requires a permit for accessory structures <200 square feet if provided with a utility service connection. Permit is only required for the inspection of the utility or utilities being installed to the accessory structure. Requires a permit for the installation of water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity exceeds 2,500 gallons and a ratio of height to diameter or width exceeds 2 to 1. Requires a permit for an uncovered deck where the floor of the deck is eighteen (18”) inches or more above grade.	Under review by L & I as of 7/25/12. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/9/12.
Mahanoy City Borough	Schuylkill	570-773-2150	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires that all new residential buildings comply with Appendix F (Radon Control Methods) of the International Residential Code 2009 or its successor codes. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes a number of exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 2/23/11. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/25/11. PUBLIC MEETING: April 12, 2011 7:00 PM Mahanoy City Boro Hall 239 East Pine Street Mahanoy City, PA 17948 Enacted 4/12/11.
Maidencreek Township	Berks	610-926-4920	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 600 sq. ft. or more, and for the same structures with a lesser building area, if they are served by utilities.	Under review by L&I as of 5/16/06. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/23/06. Enacted 6/8/06.
Manchester Township	York	717-764-4646	Adopts the requirements of 34 Pa Code §403.28 (b) for use in approving "uncertified buildings."	Under review by L&I as of 4/1/11. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/4/11. PUBLIC MEETING: 5/10/11, 7:00 PM Township Bldg. 3200 Farmtrail Road York, PA 17406 Enacted 5/10/11.
Manchester Township	York	717-764-4646	Requires all new or altered buildings to support certain municipal and county emergency services communications.	Under review by L&I as of 9/20/07. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/26/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 11/13/07, 7:00 PM Manchester Twp. Bldg. 3200 Farmtrail Road York, PA 17406
Manheim Borough	Lancaster	717-665-2461 ext. 18	Establishes a number of requirements pertaining to the drilling, installation and testing of geothermal heat pump systems.	Under review by L&I as of 7/9/09. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/14/09.
Manheim Township	Lancaster	717-569-6406	Summary of amendments, additions and deletions: 403.43.(g) Grant, Denial and Effect of Permits deleted and replaced; 403.44 Subsection (d) added to include a Administrative Bulletin and Standard Design Bulletin as a form of communication; 403.45 New provisions added regarding Inspection fees; 403.62a Amendments to Permit Applications; 403.62 Amendment and additions to Permit Requirements and Exemptions; 403.63(g) Amendments and additions to Grant Denial and Effect of Permits; 403.64(h) New provisions regarding Re-Inspection and Construction added; IRC R202 Amendment to Building Sewer Definition; R301.2(1) Table Modifications; R319 Amendments to Site Address; R403 .1 Footings amended; R405.1.1 Footings amended; R405.1.1 Drainage system replaces sewer system; R.405 Amendments and additions to Foundation Drainage; R702.7 Amended to remove class I vapor retarders; R801.3 Amendments to Roof Drainage; P2603 .5 Amendments to Freezing; P2719 Amendments to Floor Drains; P2902.1 Additions to Potable Water; P2903.7 Amendments to Size of Water Mains; Appendices F, H and K Adopted; IBC 901.8 Amended; 903.2.1.3 Group A-1 amended; 903.2.1.3 Group A-3 amended; 903.2.1.4 Group A-4 amended; 903.2.3 Group E amended; 903.2.4 Group F-1 and F-2 amended; 903.2.7 Group M amended; 903.2.9 Group S-1; 903.2.9.1 Repair Garages amended; 903.2.10 Group S-2 amended; 903.2 New subsection added; 912.2.2 Amendments to Fire Department Connections; 912.5 Amendments to Signs; 1028 Exist Discharge amended; 1405.3.1 Class I and II vapor retarders amended; 1608.1 Snow Loads General deleted and replaced; 1608.2 Ground Snow Loads deleted; 1803.2 Investigations Required is amended; Appendix HlOl.2 Deleted; Appendix H108 Deleted; Appendix H110 Deleted; Appendix H112 Deleted; Appendix H113 Deleted; Appendix H114 Deleted; IFC 307.4.2 Recreation fires is amended; Chapter 4 Emergency Planning and Preparedness adopted; 401.2 Approval amended; Chapter 5 Fire Service Features adopted; 505.1 Address Identification amended; 506.1 Amended; Chapter 6 Building Services and Systems adopted; 903.2.1.1 Group A-1 revised; 903.2.1.3 Group A-3 revised; 903.2.1.4 Group A-4 revised; 903.2.3 Group E revised; 903.2.4 Group F-1 and Group F-2; 903.2.7 Group M revised; 903.2.9 Group S-1 revised; 903.2.9.1 Repair garages amended; 903.2.9. 10 Group S-2 amended; 903.2 Amended by adding new subsect ions; 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms amended; 907.6.6 Monitoring is amended; 912.2.2 Amended; 912.4 Amended; 1028 Amended; 5608 Amended; IPC 302.2 Industrial Wastes amended; 305.4 Freezing amended; 603.1 Water service pipe is a mended; 803 Special wastes are amended by adding a new subsection; 100 3.1 Interceptors and Separators is amended (revised per comments); 1113 Sumps is amended by adding a new subsection.	Under review by L&I as of 2/19/2019 (10/22/2018) Change found to be in compliance, with minor revision being required, with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/14/2019. PUBLIC MEETING: March 25, 2019, 6:00pm Manheim Township Municipal Building 1840 Municipal Drive Lancaster PA 17601
Manheim Township	Lancaster	717-299-3160	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures exceeding 400 sq. ft. or any sized utility and miscellaneous use structure that is connected to a utility. Requires a building permit for all residential repairs and alterations, except where excluded by the UCC regulation at 403.62.	Under review by L&I as of 1/26/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/4/05. Enacted 2/14/05.
Manheim Township	Lancaster	717-299-3160	Proposed Ordinance 2014-13 Proposes various amendments to the administration of the UCC. Proposes additional requirements for Uncertified Buildings and Structures. Proposes amendments to accessibility requirements of the UCC. Proposes amendments relating to property maintenance. Proposes amendments relating to Re-Inspections and payment of fine.	Under review by L&I as of 8/20/2014. Many of changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 12/24/2014.
Manheim Township	Lancaster	717-299-3160	Proposed Ordinance 2014-14 Proposes various amendments to the International Residential Code, International Building Code, International Fire Code, International Plumbing Code, and International Energy Conservation Code. The proposed changes include renumbering of various sections and/or tables, amended language, and the addition of technical requirements.	UUnder review by L&I as of 8/20/2014. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/24/2014. Enacted 2/14/05.
Mansfield Borough	Tioga	570-662-2315	Requires a building permit for garages, carports, greenhouses and sheds that are accessory to a single family home and are larger than 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 1/20/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/26/05. Enacted 2/09/05.
Marcus Hook Borough	Delaware	610-485-1341	Requires the installation of sprinkler systems in two- and multi-family residential structures, and commercial, industrial, educational and religious occupancies of one or more stories in height.	Under review by L&I as of 4/28/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/02/05. Enacted 6/6/05
Marshall Township	Allegheny	412-394-5423	Exempts from UCC permit requirements any carport, detached garage, greenhouse or shed with a building area of less than 250 sq. ft., as long as they are accessory to a single-family home.	Under review by L&I as of 4/20/07. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/02/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 6/11/07, 7:30 PM Marshall Twp. Mun. Bldg. 525 Pleasant Hill Road Warrendale, PA 15086 Enacted 6/11/07
Marysville Borough	Perry	717-528-4483	Requires a building permit for garages, carports, greenhouses and sheds that are accessory to a single family home and are larger than 200 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs unless exempted from permit requirements by the I-Residential Code (section R105).	Under review by L&I as of 6/17/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/23/05. Enacted 7/11/05.
Matamoras Borough	Pike	570-491-2771	Requires a building permit for garages, carports, greenhouses and sheds that are accessory to a single family home and are larger than 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 5/12/09. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/22/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/7/09, 7:20 PM Borough Annex 10 Avenue "I" Matamoras, PA 18336 Enacted 7/7/09.
Maxatawny Township	Berks	610-683-6518	Proposed ordinance requiring the installation of key boxes in certain structures for use by the code official. Key Boxes: The ordinance proposes requirements for key boxes meeting the requirements of UL 1037. The proposed ordinance requires key boxes for the following structures: New non-residential buildings; Existing non-residential structures where new construction resulting in a physical change to the structure occurs; and Existing non-residential structures where a change of use or occupancy classification occurs. The proposed ordinance requires the operator of the building to immediately notify the code official and provide the new key where a lock is changed or rekeyed. The key to such lock shall be secured in the key box.	Under review by L&I as of 2/13/2023. All changes to received revision found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 04/14/2023. PUBLIC MEETING: 04/12/2023 6:30 PM Township Building 127 Quarry Road, Suite 1 Maxatawny Township, Berks County
McAdoo Borough	Schuylkill	570-929-1182	Requires building permits for: garages, carports, greenhouses and sheds that are accessory to a single family home and are of 120 sq. ft or more; most residential alterations and repairs; all siding; oil derricks; retaining walls over 3 ft. in height; all water tanks; and, all sidewalks and driveways. Shortens the duration of all residential permits.	Under review by L&I as of 8/21/09. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/25/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/13/09, 7:00 PM Borough Building 23 N. Hancock Street McAdoo, PA 18237 Enacted 10/13/09.
Milford Borough	Pike	570-296-7140	Requires a building permit for conversion of a residential basement (or other non-habitable area) to a habitable space.Requires a building permit for all attached decks and decks associated with swimming pools.Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 square feet or more.	Under review by L&I as of 7/22/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/28/05. Enacted 11/07/05.
Milford Township	Pike	570-296-5540	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 1/4/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/6/05. Enacted 2/07/05.
Morton Borough	Delaware	610-565-7520	In addition to the minimum standards contained within the Act, the Borough will enforce the Residential Code 2015, as it applies to the alteration and repair of residential buildings. Requires a permit for renovations/repairs including replacement of roof, windows, gutters, siding, and general maintenance items. Proposes requiring a building permit for utility and miscellaneous use structures having a building area less than 200 square feet that contain utilities shall require permitting for those utilities. Proposes requiring a building permit for all utility and miscellaneous use structures having a building area of 200 square feet or more. Requires a two way clean out to be installed for sanitary sewers in addition to the guidelines detailed in section 708 of the International plumbing Code.	Under review by L&I as of 9/8/2015. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/14/2015, 7:30 PM Morton Borough Hall 500 Highland Ave Morton PA
Morton Borough	Delaware	610-565-7520	Requires a permit for renovations/repairs including replacement of roof, windows, gutters, siding, and general maintenance items. Proposes requiring a building permit for utility and miscellaneous use structures equal to or greater than 80 square feet. Proposes requiring a permit for utility and miscellaneous use structures less than 80 square feet and that contain a utility/utilities. The permitting will be for the utility installed. Requires a two way clean out to be installed for sanitary sewers.	Under review by L&I as of 7/14/2014. Resubmitted Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/23/2014. PUBLIC MEETING: 01/21/2015, 7:30 PM Morton Borough Hall 500 Highland Ave Morton PA
Mount Pocono Borough	Monroe	570-839-8436	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, except for ordinary repairs. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 8/24/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/02/05. Not enacted per Borough report on 11/14/06.
Mt. Penn Borough	Berks	610-775-0888	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 400 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 3/06/08. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/07/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/8/08, 7:30 PM Mt. Penn Borough Hall. 200 North 25th Street Mt. Penn, PA 19606 Enacted 4/08/08.
Muhlenberg Township	Berks	610-375-8822	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 250 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 10/5/10. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/7/10. PUBLIC MEETING: 11/15/10, 7:00 PM 5401 Leesport Avenue Temple, PA 19560 Enacted 11/15/10.
Municipality of Monroeville	Allegheny	412-856-1000	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures larger than 120 sq. ft. or for such structures that are 120 sq. ft. or less, when served by electrical, gas or plumbing systems.	Under review by L&I as of 3/21/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/28/05. Enacted 5/10/05.
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Neville Township	Allegheny	412-766-2565	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area exceeding 150 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 5/16/08. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/19/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/10/08, 7:00 PM Neville Twp. Mun. Bldg. 5050 Grand Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Enacted 7/10/08.
New Britain Township	Bucks	215-822-1391	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with building area of 250 sq. ft. or more, all residential basement alterations and all residential roof replacements that involve replacement of sheathing.	Under review by L&I as of 10/5/04. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/7/04. Enacted 11/8/04.
New Freedom Borough	York	717-235-2337	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes numerous exceptions. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 240 sq. ft. or less.	Under review by L&I as of 6/09/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/13/05. Enacted 7/11/05.
New Hanover Twp	Montgomery	610-323-1008	Proposes requiring a building permit for structures which have a building area greater than 200 square feet and which are accessory to a detached one family dwelling. Proposes to amend the penalty portions of the ordinance to reflect the language found in Act 45 as amended. Proposes that all alterations to residential buildings which do not make structural changes or changes to the means of egress and repairs to residential buildings shall be subject to compliance with the UCC as contained in 34 PA Code, Chapter 401 through 405. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area greater than 120 square feet.	Under review by L&I as of 7/17/14. Many of changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 8/11/2014. Revisions submitted and under review by L&I as of 10/24/2014. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. Â§ 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/24/2014. PUBLIC HEARING: 12/8/2014 7:00 PM New Hanover Municipal Building 2943 N Charlotte Street Gilbertsville PA 19525
New Holland Borough	Lancaster	717-354-3456	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area exceeding 160 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 12/23/2011. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/30/2011.
New Holland Borough	Lancaster	717-354-4567	Requires a permit for construction or installation of a geothermal system and/or dig, bore, drill, replace, modify, repair, and/or destroy a well that is, is intended to be, or was part of a geothermal system, or make an excavation that may intersect groundwater. Provides requirements and standards for the permitting and activation of a geothermal system.	Under review by L&I as of 1/28/2013. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/31/2014. PUBLIC MEETING: 3/4/2014 7:00 PM New Holland Borough Office 436 East Main Street New Holland PA 17557
Newberry Township	York	717-846-8856	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with floor space of more than 120 sq. ft. or any such structure that is served by any utility. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, except for replacement of the existing roof coverings.	Under review by L&I as of 9/21/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/05/05. Enacted 11/22/05.
Newton Township	Lackawanna	570-587-1520	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 6/01/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/10/05. Enacted 7/06/05.
Newtown Township	Bucks	215-968-2800 ext. 213	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 3/21/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/29/05. Enacted 4/13/05.
Newtown Township	Delaware	610-275-0700	Proposes to make administrative changes. Proposes additional requirement relating to swimming pools, water collection depth protection requirements relating to barriers and a completion guaranty. Requires a permit for installation of exterior siding, facing, and veneer materials to commercial and residential buildings. Requires a permit for window replacement for historic commercial building or structure. Proposes the extension of the 30 day approval/denial time frame (commercial) and 15 day approval/denial time frame (residential) may be extended due to other required permits. Proposes requirements for sewage planning prior to building permit issuance. Proposes changes to the permit expiration language. Requires written notification from the owner or contractor for an inspection. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area that equal or exceed 120 sq. ft. Requires a permit for uncovered decks regardless of the elevation of the deck floor above grade. Requires a permit for residential alterations and repairs including basement remodeling projects.	Under review by L&I as of 10/10/2012. Some of the changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 10/19/2012. Revision submission, review and approved 02/01/2013 TENTATIVE PUBLIC MEETING PLANNED: 3/25/2013, 7:30 PM Newtown Township Building 209 Bishop Hollow Road Newtown Square, PA 19073
North Braddock Borough	Allegheny	412-271-1306	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures if they have a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more or if they have a building area less than 200 sq. ft. and they are served by a utility. Requires a building permit for the construction of all residential decks, porches and stoops.Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 10/11/06. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/19/06.
North Manheim Borough	Schuylkill	570-668-1241	Establishes requirements for exterior furnace installations.	Under review by L&I as of 8/14/09. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/17/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/27/09, 6:45 PM Twp. Municipal Bldg. 303 Manheim Road Pottsville, PA 17901 Enacted 10/27/09. Ordinance amended to comply with new PA DEP regulatory requirements for outdoor furnaces.
North Manheim Township	Schuylkill	570-668-1241	Establishes requirements for connections of existing residential buildings to a public water system and requiring permits for connections to a public water system.	Under review by L&I as of 04/05/2012 Approval Letter 4/13/2012 Public Hearing: 6/14/2012 6:45 PM North Manheim Twp Municipal Bldg. 303 Manheim Road, Pottsville, PA 17901 Enacted 6/14/2012
North Strabane Township	Washington	724-745-8880	Requires sprinklers in all new single-family homes and all new buildings with multiple residential dwellings, when these buildings have a side separation of 25 feet or less.	Under review by L&I as of 4/06/06. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b), except that inspections must be performed by UCC certified code official (not volunteer fire department); approval letter mailed 4/13/06. Enacted 6/27/06. Ordinance challenged. Challenge settled, ended, discontinued on 3/22/07.
North Strabane Township	Washington	724-745-8880	Requires a building permit for all structures in excess of 500 sq. ft. Requires installation of hard-wired smoke detectors when residential alterations, repairs or additions are made.	Under review by L&I as of 10/14/04. First change only found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/19/04. Enacted 12/21/04.
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Oley Township	Berks	610-987-9290	Exempts from a building permit all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are less than 200 sq. ft. and that will have no utility service connections. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are greater than 199 square feet. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 3/17/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/28/05. Enacted 11/23/05.
Oxford Borough	Chester	610-998-1762	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area of 150 sq. ft. or more. Requires that plans for new residential construction and additions to existing residences be sealed by a licensed architect or engineer.	Under review by L&I as of 7/24/06. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/08/06. Enacted 8/26/06.

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Municipality	County	Phone Number	Proposed Changes	Status
Palmer Township	Northampton	610-258-4003	Requires a building permit for all structural and non-structural changes to residential basements.	Under review by L&I as of 6/07/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/10/05. Enacted 7/18/05.
Palmer Township	Northampton	610-253-7191	Proposes to adopt provisions of the International Fire Code, 2009, that are not currently adopted by reference in the Uniform Construction Code or section 101.4.5 of the International Building Code, 2009.	Under review by L&I as of 10/22/12. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/24/12. Revision submitted and under review by L&I as of 3/25/2014. Some of the revisions found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving the ordinance mailed 4/7/2014.
Paupack Township	Wayne	570-226-0632	Exempts from building permit requirements detached residential carports, garages and greenhouses with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or less, and sheds with a building area of 300 sq. ft. or less. Exempts from building permits only residential work exempted by section 403.62 (c) of the UCC regulation and the International Residential Code. Limits the validity of building permits to 18 months from the date of issuance.	Under review by L&I as of 2/16/06. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/28/06. Enacted 4/12/06.
Penbrook Borough	Dauphin	717-232-3733	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area equal to or greater than 200 square feet. Requires a permit for the construction, erection, or placement of any accessory structure, which is less than 200 square feet if such accessory structure is provided with any utility service. Lists the types of alterations or repairs to residential buildings which are exempt from the UCC and shall continue to be exempt and no permit will be required.	Under review by L&I as of 7/9/2012. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/12/2012.
Penn Township	Berks	717-838-1351	Requiring a building permit for alterations or repairs to residential buildings which are exempt under the UCC except as continued to be exempt as follows: Replacement of windows and doors when there is no change in the size of the existing opening. Replacement of hot water heater, boiler, or furnace, or the replacement of any part of a hot water heater, boiler or furnace with the same or greater efficiency rating, electrical and plumbing requirements. Re-roofing all of or any portion of existing roof. Addition or replacement of siding on the exterior of the residential structure. Non-structural repair of any portion of a deck, porch or stoop. Replacement of an appliance switch or receptacle with a switch or receptacle which is the same or has a like rating. The addition of one appliance switch or receptacle. The repair or replacement of any nonstructural member. The repair or replacement of any sink, toilet, tub, shower, or similar plumbing fixture without relocation of any drain or venting device.	Under review by L&I as of 7/5/2017. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/19/2017. PUBLIC MEETING: 8/28/2017 Penn Twp Municipal Building 840 N Garfield Rd Bernville PA 19506
Penn Township	Lancaster	717-665-4508	Requires a building permit for residential structures that convert an unfinished basement of an existing dwelling into usable residential space.	Under review by L&I as of 12/20/2013. PUBLIC MEETING: 1/27/2014, 7:00 PM Penn Township Municipal Building 97 North Penryn Road Manheim, PA 17545 Enacted 2/24/14 Ord No. 2014-01
Peters Township	Washington	724-941-4180	1. The ordinance proposes amendments to Section R-201, definitions, Patio Home. A detached single-family dwelling constructed with a clear separation between any adjacent units built of not less than 6 feet and not more than 15 feet. 2. The proposed ordinance relating to patio homes, requiring a fire-suppression system in accordance with NFPA 13D or 13R standards, Along exterior walls where the distance between buildings, including eaves, is less than 15 feet, glass block windows bearing ASTM 163 labels of a fixed design shall be used. Any exterior walls that are closer than 15 feet to each other shall have a one-hour fire separation.	Under review by L&I as of 5/5/2017. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/5/2017. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/10/2017, 7:30 PM Council Chambers, Municipal Building 610 E McMurray Road McMurray PA 15317
Peters Township	Washington	724-941-4180	The ordinance proposes amendments to Section R-201, definitions, Patio Home. A detached single-family dwelling constructed with a clear separation between any adjacent units built of not less than 6 feet and not more than 15 feet. The proposed ordinance relating to patio homes, requiring a fire-suppression system in accordance with NFPA 13D or 13R standards, Along exterior walls where the distance between buildings, including eaves, is less than 15 feet, glass block windows bearing ASTM 163 labels of a fixed design shall be used. Any exterior walls that are closer than 15 feet to each other shall have a one-hour fire separation.	Under review by L&I as of 04/07/2017. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 05/05/2017. PUBLIC MEETING:
Pequea Township	Lancaster	717-299-5251	Adopts Appendix F (Radon Control Methods) of the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 12/19/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/23/05. Enacted 2/15/06.
Pequea Township	Lancaster	717-299-5251	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 400 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 400 sq. ft. that have a utility connection. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions. Requires compliance with the sewer lateral requirements issued by the Suburban Lancaster Sewer Authority in lieu of the requirements found in the International Plumbing Code and the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 5/26/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/09/05. Enacted 8/17/05. Ordinance challenged; settled by parties on 5/18/06, after ordinance was amended.
Peters Township	Washington	724-941-4180	I-Plumbing Code: Amend sections 306, 701-703, 708, 710, 803 and 1001. I-Residential Code: Amend sections P2604, P3002, P3005 and add a new section "P 3009 Inspection Ports."	Under review by L&I as of 8/13/04. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/30/04. Enacted 11/22/04. Ordinance challenge settled, ended, discontinued on 1/16/07.
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-1473	Ordinance proposing amendments to the International Plumbing Code 2018. Philadelphia IPC 2018 Amendments 2023	Under review by L&I as of 08/16/2023 Proposed changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b.1); approval letter mailed 11/6/2023. PUBLIC MEETING: December 14, 2023, 10:00 AM City Council Chambers Room 400, City Hall Broad and Market Streets Philadelphia PA 19107
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Amendments to the International Building Code, 2018, relating to Chapter 17, Special Inspections and Tests, and Chapter 33 Safeguards During Construction Select the following link for a PDF of the proposed ordinance: Philadelphia IBC Amendments	Under review by L&I as of 3/25/2022 Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/2/2022. Public Meeting: June 02, 2022, 10:00 AM City Council Chambers Room 400 City Hall Broad and Market Streets Philadelphia PA 19107
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Amendments to the International Building Code, 2018, relating to Chapter 17, Special Inspections and Tests, 1704.6, 1704.6.4, and 1704.6.5. Requiring a design professional conducting structural observations under Section 1704.6.4 or 1704.6.5 to meet the provisions of Section 1704.2.1 Amendments to the International Building Code, 2018, relating to Chapter 33, Safeguards During Construction, to meet additional requirements relating to Section 3307.2 Removal of language in Section 3307.2.1 Adding language in Sections 3307.4.1 Excavation depth. Renumbering of Sections 3307.4.1 and 3307.4.2 Adding language to Section 3307.4.3.1 Preconstruction surveys of historic buildings or structures Adding language to Section 3307.9 Monitoring Adding language to Section 3307.10 Notification	Under review by L&I as of 4/20/2021. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/28/2021. Public Meeting: June 09, 2021, 09:00 AM The proceedings may be viewed online at the Philadelphia City CouncilOpens In A New Window website. Anyone interested in giving testimony must call 215-682-9220 or email john.perzel@phila.gov by 3:00 PM on June 8, 2021.
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Ordinance proposing the adoption of the International Plumbing Code 2018 with amendments. Philadelphia IPC Amendments	Under review by L&I as of 5/3/2019. Proposed changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b.1); approval letter mailed 6/08/2019. PUBLIC MEETING: June 11, 2019, 1:00 P.M. Philadelphia City Hall Room 400, City Hall Broad and Market Streets Philadelphia PA 19107
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Title 4 Philadelphia Code, entitled The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code, amending Subcode B, addition of Section B-903.2.11.7 Buildings 45 feet or more in height requiring automatic sprinkler system.	Received 4/18/2018. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/23/2018 1:00 PM City Council Chanbers Room 400, City Hall Broad and Market Sts Philadelphia, PA 19107
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Bill Nos. 180176 – Pursuant to Act 36, the City of Philadelphia is moving to enact an ordinance that adopts provisions of the 2018 ICC codes for the purpose of regulating the construction, alteration, repair and use of buildings in Philadelphia that do not meet the definition of "residential building" under section 103 of the UCC.	Received 4/18/2018. PUBLIC MEETING: 5/24/2018, 10:00 AM Room 400, City Hall Broad and Market Sts Philadelphia, PA 19107
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	The ordinance proposes amendments to the Philadelphia Code Title 4; Subcode “B”, Chapter 33, Section B-3303 entitled “Demolition”, by amending requirements regarding site grading and use of mechanical equipment; and adding requirements regarding materials chutes, dust control fencing and storage of demolition debris; and making technical changes; all under certain conditions.	Under review by L&I as of 9/12/2017 All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 09/13/2017.
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	The ordinance proposes amendments to the Philadelphia Code Title 4; Subcode P (The Philadelphia Plumbing Code) governing the replacement of existing house drain (including house storm drain) piping by pipe-bursting methods.	Under review by L&I as of 2/2/2017. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/23/2017.
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	1. The ordinance proposes amendments to the Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code, Title 4, Subcode A, Chapter 3 Permits requiring permits where the scope of work includes demolition, moving or removal of a structure greater than one story or greater than 500 square feet, a separate application and permit for such work shall be required. Where the scope of work includes more than one lot, a separate permit shall be required for each lot. 2. The ordinance proposes amendments detailing the required information for a Demolition Permit Application. 3. The ordinance proposes to amend Section A-305 Construction Documents, A-305.2.1.15.1 Site Safety Plan, 3. Description of the means and methods for protection of adjacent structures and public right-of-ways. 4. The ordinance proposes to amend Section A-305 Construction Documents, A-305.2.1.15.1 Site Safety Plan, 8. In cases where the demolition requires Special Inspections in accordance with Section B-3303, the site safety plan shall be prepared by a professional engineer licensed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The plan shall include the name and address of the licensed engineer and shall be signed, sealed and dated by the engineer in accordance with the professional licensing laws. Submission of the plan by the demolition contractor constitutes agreement by the contractor to follow and carry out the plan. 5. The ordinance proposes to amend Section 1704 Special Inspections and details the requirements related to specific demolition types. 6. The ordinance proposes to amend Section B-3306.2.2 relating to safeguards and protection of sidewalks and streets located within the safety zone for demolition.	Under review by L&I as of 9/1/2016. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/6/2016. PUBLIC MEETING: 3/15/2017, 10:00 AM City Council City Hall, 4th Floor Broad & Market Streets Phila, PA 19102
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Bill Nos. 160130, 160075, and 160138 Bill No. 160130 - The ordinance propose amendments to the Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code to add sections requiring contractors, design professionals and developers to add additional fire-resistant material to structures containing truss construction and other light frame construction, under certain terms and conditions. – Modifies Section 701 of the IBC by requiring protection of exposed engineered lumber in commercial construction in a similar manner as Act 1 now requires for residential construction. Bill No. 160075 – The ordinance proposes amendments to the Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code by amending Section A, providing for the posting and public notice of the demolition of structures, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions. Bill No. 160138 – The ordinance proposes amendments to the Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code, Title 9, Regulation of Business, Trades and Professions, and Title 14, Zoning and Planning, to preclude issuance of certain licenses and permits to any applicant who is delinquent in payments owed to the City, all under certain terms and conditions.	Under review by L&I as of 3/11/2016. Bill Nos. 160130, 160075, and 160138. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/25/2016. PUBLIC MEETING: Bill 160130, April 18, 2016, 10:00 am Bill 160075, April 18, 2016, 10:00 am Bill 160138, April 22, 2016, 10:00 am Room 400 City Hall, Broad and Market Sts, Philadelphia PA
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-1437	UCC Ordinance Bill 150651 City of Philadelphia, adopting additional requirements in the Philadelphia Plumbing Code: Proposes a modification by making it mandatory that domestic food waste grinders be installed in dwelling units of all newly constructed buildings.	Under review by L&I as of 10/2/2015. PUBLIC MEETINGL: 11/17/15, 10:00 AM City Council Chambers Room 400 City Hall Broad and Market Streets Philadelphia PA
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Bill Nos. 130684, 130685, 130691, and 130698. The ordinances propose amendments to the Philadelphia Fire Code; Building Code; Property Maintenance Code; Administrative Code; Health Code; Regulation of Business, Trades and Professions; and Officers and Employees. The changes proposed in these bills strengthen the existing regulations to vastly oversight and safety regulations for all aspects of construction and demolition by adding requirements for permits, construction licenses, inspections, increasing checks on hazardous materials and improved notice and signs at constructions and demolition sites. The changes also improve the rules regarding ethics, training and performance of the persons assigned to enforce the codes in Philadelphia. Code Sections affected: Subcode "A" (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) Sections: 104 (Workmanship), 106 (Definitions), 201 (Enforcement Authority, General), 202 (Duties and Powers of Code Officials), 301 (Applications for Permits), 302 (Permits), 402 (Permit Inspections), 504 (Stop Work Orders), 505 (Cease Operations Order), 506 (Code Violation Notices), 601 (Fines), 603 (Individual License), 901 (Fees), adding new sections 204 (Intergovernmental Cooperation) and a new Chapter 10 (Site Safety). Subcode "F" (The Philadelphia Fire Code) Section 104.2 (Authority at Fires & other emergencies). Subcode "B" (The Philadelphia Building Code) Section 1704 (Special Inspections), 3302 (Construction Safeguards), 3303 (Demolition), 3306 (Protection of Pedestrians), 3307 (Protection of Adjoining Properties). Subcode "PM" (The Philadelphia Property Maintenance Code) section 308 (Imminently Dangerous Structures). Title 6 of the Philadelphia Code (Health Code), section 600 (Asbestos Projects). Title 9 of the Philadelphia Code (Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions), section 1004 (Contractors, 2200 (Expediters), and by adding new sections, 1007, on Site Safety monitors. Title 20 of the Philadelphia Code, section 607 (Conflict of Interest)	Under review by L&I as of 10/11/2013. Bill Nos. 130685 and 130688 do not fall within the scope of the PCCA and do not require department approval. Some of the changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. Â§ 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 11/14/2013. PUBLIC MEETING: 11/12/2013, 1:00 PM 11/13/2013, 10:00 AM 11/14/2013, 1:00 PM 11/18/2013, 1:00 PM All in Room 400 City Hall, Philadelphia PA 19107 Revision submitted and under review by L&I as of 12/16/2013 Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letters mailed. 12/23/2013, 1/07/2014, and 1/15/2014. PUBLIC MEETING: 1/23/2014, 2:00 PM, Room 400 City Hall, Philadelphia PA 19107
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-1437	Adopts plumbing code changes pertaining to: backflow protection; the types of pipe allowed for above-ground drainage and vents, underground sanitary drainage, and vents and subsoil drains; and, indirect and special wastes.	Under review by L&I as of 2/28/11. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/1/11. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/28/11, 9:00 AM 1515 Arch Street 18th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 Enacted 4/28/11. Challenged on 7/7/11.
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Increases the covered walkway design live load requirement to not less than 300 psf.	Under review by L&I as of 10/01/08. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/03/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 12/03/08, 1:00 PM Room 400, City Hall Philadelphia, PA 19107 Enacted 12/22/08.
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Requires the installation of carbon monoxide alarms in new and existing R-3 and R-4 occupancies where fossil fuel-burning appliances are installed or where a garage is attached to the building.	Under review by L&I as of 10/26/07. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/30/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 12/5/07, 10:00 AM Room 400, City Hall Philadelphia, PA 19107 Enacted 12/21/07.
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-1437	Requires that certain low-slope roofs be white in color or Energy Star-rated as reflective, and establishes certain exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 3/01/10. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/03/10. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/8/2010, 1:00 PM Room 400, City Hall Philadelphia, PA 19107 Enacted 5/5/10.
Philadelphia City	Philadelphia	215-686-2473	Ordinance proposing changes to the 2018 International Plumbing Code which was adopted by the City on July 24, 2019. Proposes changes to: P-311.1 General P-603.2 Separation of water distribution piping, building sewer, building drains, storm sewer or storm drainage piping. P-608.1.1 Backflow containment assemblies required. Table P-702.3 and Table P-702.3 P-717.11 Easement required. P-919.1 Scope Table P-1102.4 P-1115.11 Easement required. City of Philadelphia Plumbing Code Changes 9-2019	Under review by L&I as of 8/30/2019. Proposed changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b.1); approval letter mailed 10/23/2019. PUBLIC MEETING 12/2/2019 3:00 PM City Council Chambers Room 400, City Hall Broad and Market Streets Philadelphia, PA 19107
Pike Township	Berks	610-286-1622 ext. 103	Amends the International Plumbing Code by establishing new categories of wells and creating plumbing criteria for wells drilled within these categories.	Under review by L&I as of 7/03/07. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/9/2007. PUBLIC MEETING: 9/4/07, 7:30 PM Pike Twp. Mun. Bldg 810 Hill Church Road Boyertown, PA 19512 Enacted 9/04/07. Ordinance challenged 10/4/07. Hearing on ordinance challenge to be held 12/21/07. Dismissed as moot on 12/22/11
Pine Grove Borough	Schuylkill	570-345-3555	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 200 sq. ft. and that have a utility connection. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes a number of exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 3/30/10. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/1/10.
Plainfield Township	Northampton	610-866-9663	Requires a permit for the replacement of shingles on a residential dwelling if the replacement requires the cutting away of a load-bearing wall, partition or portion of a wall or roof structure, or, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing support.	Under review by L&I as of 11/26/12. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/30/12. Approval letter mailed 12/03/12. Public Hearing: 2/13/2013 7:00 PM Plainfield Twp Municipal Bldg 6292 Sullivan Trail Nazareth, PA 18064 Enacted 2/13/2013
Plainfield Township	Northampton	610-866-9663	Requires a permit for all residential alterations and repairs pursuant to the IRC 2003 Chapter 1 Section 105, or any subsequent edition thereof or amendments thereto, unless otherwise exempted by this Section. Requires a permit for utility and miscellaneous use structures in excess of 500 square feet that are accessory to detached one-family dwellings. Occupancy of any structure which is altered or erected without first securing the permits required by this Section is hereby declared unlawful and a violation of the UCC, unless the alteration or erection would otherwise have been exempt from the permit requirements pursuant to IRC Code, Section R 105.2.	Under review by L&I as of 10/10/13. Changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); disapproval letter mailed 10/24/2013 Resubmitted and reviewed 12/06/2013. Changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/09/2013 Public Hearing: 3/12/2014 7:00 PM Plainfield Twp Municipal Bldg 6292 Sullivan Trail Nazareth, PA 18064
Plainfield Township	Northampton	610-866-9663	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs pursuant to the IRC-2003 Chapter 1 Section 105, or any subsequent edition thereof or amendments thereto, unless otherwise exempted by this Section. Requires permits for all utility and miscellaneous use structures that are accessory to detached one-family dwellings, in excess of 500 square feet. Occupancy of any structure which is altered or erected without first securing the permits required by this Section is hereby declared unlawful and a violation of the UCC.	Under review by L&I as of 10/24/2013. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/9/2013.
Pleasant Hills Borough	Allegheny	412-655-6036	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 144 sq. ft. (Also contains related zoning provisions not subject to Department review.)	Under review by L&I as of 6/21/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/23/05. Enacted 7/18/05.
Plum Borough	Allegheny	412-795-6800	Requires a building permit for: All residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area exceeding 200 sq. ft. The construction, erection, or placement of any accessory structure which is less than 200 square feet is such accessory structure is provided with any utility service. The construction of all decks, regardless of size, location and/or height. All alterations or repairs to residential buildings which are exempt from the UCC by Act 92 of 2004; however, the following types of alterations and repairs shall continue to be exempt. And no permit will be required: Replacement of windows and doors when there is no change in size of existing opening Re-roofing of less than 25% of total area Replacement of hot water heaters, boiler, or furnace, or the replacement of any part of a hot water heater, boiler, or furnace with the same electrical and plumbing requirements. Addition or replacement of siding on the exterior of the residential structure. Repair or replacement of any nonstructural portion of a deck or porch stoop. Replacement of an appliance switch or receptacle. The repair or replacement of any nonstructural member. The repair or replacement of any sink, toilet, tub, shower, or similar plumbing fixture without relocation of any drain or venting device.	Under review by L&I as of 9/30/2015 PUBLIC MEETING: 11/2/2015, 6:00 PM Council Chambers Plum Boro Municipal Building 4575 New Texas Road Pittsburgh PA 15239
Plymouth Township	Montgomery	610-940-1050	Establishes installation and inspection requirements for small wind energy, geothermal heating/cooling and photovoltaic systems.	Under review by L&I as of 4/4/11. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/05/11. PUBLIC MEETING: May 9, 2011, 6:30 PM Twp. Municipal Bldg 700 Belvoir Road Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Enacted 5/9/2011 Ordinance challenged on 6/8/11.
Porter Township	Pike	570-775-7737	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 300 sq. ft or more.	Under review by L&I as of 3/09/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/17/05. Enacted 5/2/05.
Pottstown Borough	Montgomery	610-323-7436	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 120 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for the construction, erection or placement of any accessory structure, which is less than 120 sq. ft. if such structure is provided with any utility service. The permit is for the purpose of inspection of the utility or utilities being installed or provided to the accessory structure. Requires a permit for the construction, alterations or repairs to sewer and water laterals, plumbing, supply, waterline, sanitary drainage and venting systems. Alterations or repairs to residential buildings, which are exempt from the UCC by Act 92 of 2004; provided, however, that the following types of alterations and repairs shall continue to be exempt and no permit will be required: Replacement of windows and doors when there is no change in the size of the existing opening. Re-roofing of less than 25% of the total existing roof square footage. Addition or replacement of siding of less than 25% of the total existing roof square footage. Repair or replacement of any non-structural portion of a deck or porch stoop. Replacement of an appliance switch or receptacle with a switch or receptacle, which is the same or has the same rating. The repair or replacement of any non-structural member. The repair or replacement of any sink, toilet, tub, shower or similar plumbing fixture without relocation of any drain or venting device.	Under review by L&I as of 3/10/14. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/14/2014. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/14/2014, 7:30 PM Pottstown Borough Hall 100 E High Street Pottstown PA
Pottsville City	Schuylkill	570-622-1234, ext 325	Requires a building permit for residential alterations and repairs not involving structural change or a change in a means of egress and establishes a number of exceptions. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 120 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 10/30/06. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/02/06. Public hearing to be held 12/11/06. Enacted 12/11/06.
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Reading Township	Adams	717-677-7356	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 500 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 9/20/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/28/05. Enacted 11/14/05.
Red Hill Borough	Montgomery	610-391-2160	Amends UCC codifying Sections R110.4 (Temporary Occupancy) and R110.5 (Revocation) of the International Residential Code (2009 Edition) into the Codified Ordinances of Red Hill Borough. Provides for the extension and/or revocation of temporary occupancy permits.	Under review by L&I as of 2/7/12. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/14/12. Public Hearing: March 14, 2012, 7:30 p.m. Red Hill Borough Hall 56 West Fourth Street, Red Hill, PA 18076 Amendments to original submission and approval submitted for L&I review 4/30/2012. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed Approval letter mailed 5/3/2012. Public Hearing: June 13, 2012, 7:30 p.m. Red Hill Borough Hall 56 West Fourth Street, Red Hill, PA 18076
Richmond Township	Berks	610-775-7185	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 500 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 500 sq. ft. and that have a utility connection for the purpose of inspection for the utility or utilities being installed. The exemptions from a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs meet and continue to be exempt per UCC Act 92 or 2004 that establishes a number of exceptions. Repeal of Ordinance No. 92	All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. §7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 04/10/2012. PUBLIC MEETING: 5/14/2012 7 p.m. Richmond Township Building 11 Kehl Drive Fleetwood, PA Enacted on 5/14/2012
Roaring Brook Township	Lackawanna	570-585-1200	Requires plans sealed by a licensed design professional for new residential dwellings and additions to residential dwellings that exceed 1,000 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 7/9/09. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/14/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 9/3/09, 7:30 PM Municipal Building 430 Blue Shutters Road Moscow, PA 18444 Enacted 10/1/09. Ordinance challenged 10/29/09. Hearing to be held on 7/21/10, 10:00 AM at: Twp. Municipal Bldg. 430 Blue Shutters Rd Moscow, PA 18444 Challenge upheld and ordinance rendered null and void 8/18/10.
Robinson Township	Allegheny	412-281-5227	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 7/19/06. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/01/06. Enacted 9/11/06.
Rockland Township	Berks	610-987-9288	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 200 sq. ft. and that have a utility connection.	Under review by L&I as of 12/10/04. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/28/04. Enacted 2/8/05.
Rosslyn Farms Borough	Allegheny	412-262-3970	Requires a building permit for any structure that is accessory to a detached one-family dwelling with an area greater than 200 square feet, including, but not limited to, a carport, detached garage, greenhouse and shed.	Under review by L&I as of 8/13/2019. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/14/2019.
Ross Township	Allegheny	412-931-7055	Proposing requirements for uncertified buildings relating to issuance of a certificate of occupancy; meeting requirements of the International Existing Building Code; or meeting requirements relating to story height, egress, fire safety requirements, accessibility, and structural requirements.	Under review by L&I as of 6/9/2017. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/13/2017. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/17/2017, 7:30 PM Ross Township Municipal Building 1000 Ross Municipal Drive Pittsburgh PA 15237-2725
Ruscombmanor Township	Berks	610-376-7252	Exempts from a building permit all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are less than 200 sq. ft. and that will have no utility service connections. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are greater than 199 square feet and that exceed one story in height. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 11/18/04. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/24/04. Enacted 4/01/05.
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Salisbury Township	Lehigh	484-661-5812	Requires a fire lock box to be installed outside of most non-residential buildings.	Under review by L&I as of May 23, 2011. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/24/11. PUBLIC MEETING: 6/23/11 7:00 PM Municipal Building 2900 S. Pike Avenue Allentown, PA 18103 Ordinance Challenged Amendment to Ordinance under review by L&I as of 2/29/2012 Changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 03/09/2012. Amendment to Ordinance under review by L&I as of 3/09/2012 Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 03/09/2012. Public Meeting:04/12/2012 7:00 PM Municipal Building 2900 S. Pike Avenue Allentown, PA 18103
Schuylkill Township	Chester	610-933-5843	Requires fire suppression systems in most new buildings and structures and in existing buildings when more than 1000 sq. ft. of floor area is added or altered.	Under review by L&I as of 1/18/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/20/05. Enacted 3/02/05. Ordinance challenged; upheld and ordinance rendered null and void 11/15/05. Appealed to Chester Co. Court of Common Pleas which upheld challenge on 8/29/06. Appealed to Commonwealth Court which upheld the challenge on 9/06/07. Appealed to PA Supreme Court which upheld lower court ruling on 10/19/10. Ordinance rendered null and void.
Schwenksville Borough	Montgomery	610-987-9290	Requires smoke alarms to be retrofitted in all residential dwellings and all other residential occupancies.	Under review by L&I as of 9/05/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/13/05. Enacted 10/13/05.
Schwenksville Borough	Montgomery	610-987-9290	Amending Chapter 71 of the Schwenksville Borough Codified Code to add Subsections E, F, G, H, I, J, and K to Section 71-5 of the code. Requires a permit to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a structure; or erect, install, enlarge, repair a structure, repair roof in excess of 25% of the roof, remove, convert or replace an electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing system regulated by the UCC. Requires a permit for an accessory structure 250 square feet and larger. Requires a permit to repair or replace a sewer lateral or water service. Emergency repairs or replacement of equipment may be made without first applying for a permit is a permit application is submitted to the building code official within 3 business days of the repair or replacement. Providing for those items that do not require a permit if the work does not violate a law or ordinance. Providing ordinary repairs and those items that are not classified as ordinary repairs. A permit is not required for the installation, alteration or repair of generation, transmission, distribution, metering or other related equipment that is, by established right, under the ownership and control of a public utility as the term is defined.	Under review by L&I as of 2/17/2016. Some changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 2/17/2016 Revision submitted 6/2/2016. Under review. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/1/2016 Public Meeting: 11/10/2016, 7:00 PM Borough Hall 140 Main Street, Schwenksville PA
Sharon Hill Borough	Delaware	267-324-3773	The ordinance proposes amendments to enforce the International Residential Code 2015, as it applies to the alteration and repair of residential buildings, requiring property owners to obtain permits for all such alterations and repairs. The proposed ordinance adopts the following definition of “ordinary repair(s)” to include all interior and exterior changes to a building which do not involve structural changes to the characteristic of the building, and which are not specifically excluded under Section 2.b of the proposed ordinance. Ordinary repair(s) specifically includes the following: Painting; Papering; Carpeting; Masonry pointing; Water heater replacement; Changing interior or exterior doors which does not involve a structural change to a door frame. Ordinary repair does not include the following activities which will specifically require a permit: Repairs or replacement of a roof in excess of 50 square feet net roof area; repairs or replacement of house siding in excess of 100 square feet net wall area; kitchen renovations which involve any mechanical or structural changes; floor tiling; repair and replacement of driveways and walkways; window replacement that involves changes to existing structure; installation of roof gutter systems; installation of drywall that will alter existing building structure; repair and or replacement of stairs and stairwells; and repair and or replacement of flooring.	Under review by L&I as of 7/13/2018 Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/18/2018. PUBLIC MEETING: 9/13/2018, 7:00 PM Sharon Hill Borough Hall 250 Sharon Avenue Sharon Hill PA
Sharon Hill Borough	Delaware	610-586-8200	Requires all new single-family and multi-family residential structures, and all new commercial, industrial and educational buildings to be sprinklered. Requires all owner-occupied single-family dwellings that are converted to a rental unit or a multi-family dwelling to be sprinklered. Requires all buildings that are renovated or altered at a cost of more than 50% of their value to be sprinklered.	Under review by L&I as of 6/14/06. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b), pending two wording changes; approval letter mailed 6/22/06. Enacted 8/24/06. Ordinance challenged. Challenge upheld and ordinance rendered null and void 1/08/07.
Sharpsburg Borough	Allegheny	412-781-0546 ext 11	The borough will appoint a "Director of Construction and Property Inspection" as the BCO as defined in the UCC. Require permits for residential alterations and repairs pursuant to the International Residential Code 2003, Chapter 1, Section 105. Require building permits for all Residential Utility and Miscellaneous use structures of 200 square feet or more.	Under review by L&I as of 8/13/12. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/14/12. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/2/2012, 6:30 p.m. Council Chambers 1611 Main Street Pittsburgh, PA 15215 Enacted: 10/2/2012
Shenandoah Borough	Schuylkill	570-624-7070	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires that all new residential buildings comply with Appendix F (Radon Control Methods) of the International Residential Code 2009 or its successor codes. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes a number of exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 3/11/11. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/15/11. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/18/11 6:45 PM Shenandoah Boro Hall 15 West Washington St. Shenandoah, PA 17976 Enacted 4/18/11.
Shillington Borough	Berks	610-375-8822	Makes a variety of changes (primarily piping-related) to the International Plumbing Code, the International Mechanical Code, the International Fuel Gas Code and the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 6/6/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/10/05. Public hearing to be held 12/08/05. Ordinance challenged. Ordinance challenge settled, ended, discontinued on 3/19/07.
Shillington Borough	Berks	610-375-8822	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 100 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for residential alterations and repairs.	Under review by L&I as of 5/11/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/17/05. Public hearing to be held 12/08/05. Ordinance challenged. Ordinance challenge settled, ended, discontinued on 3/19/07.
Silver Spring Township	Cumberland	717-766-0178	Detached one family dwellings, requiring a building permit for all structures with a building area exceeding 500 square feet. Detached one family dwellings, requiring a building permit for all structures exceeding on story above grade. Requiring a building permit for residential alterations involving the creation or relocation of a sleeping room in existing structures.	Under review by L&I as of 04/24/2017. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 04/24/2017. Public Meeting: May 24, 2017 6:30 pm Township Administraiton Building 8 Flowers Drive Mechanicsburg, PA
South Fayette Township	Allegheny	412-221-8700	Requires exterior wall surfaces of all new residential structures and all new non-residential structures to be finished to grade with brick, stone or other material approved by the building inspector.	Under review by L&I as of 4/24/07. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/25/07. PUBLIC MEETING: 6/11/07, 7:00 PM South Fayette Twp. Municipal Bldg. 515 Millers Run Road Morgan, PA 15064 Enacted 7/16/07.
South Whitehall Township	Lehigh	610-966-4343	Municipal Building Code does not apply to carports, detached private garages, greenhouses or sheds if the proposed carport, detached private garage, greenhouse or shed has a building areas less than 500 square feet and is accessory to a detached one-family dwelling. Municipal building Code exempts alterations to residential buildings where the cost of the alterations is less than $500.00 (fair market value of labor and materials) and where the alterations do not make structural changes to means of egress.	All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed July 18, 2011. PUBLIC MEETING: 8/17/11, 7:30 PM South Whitehall Twp. Municipal Bldg. 444 Walbert Ave. Allentown, PA
Spring City Borough	Chester	610-933-9444	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 400 sq. ft. or more and for those with a lesser building area that are served by a utility. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs and establishes 7 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 7/3/08. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/07/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 9/2/08, 7:30 PM Spring City Boro Hall 6 South Church Street Spring City, PA 19475 Enacted 9/2/08.
Stewartstown Borough	York	717-848-4900	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes a number of exceptions. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area in excess of 240 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 5/8/08. Changes (other than effective date) found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/12/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/7/08, 7:30 PM Stewartstown Borough Municipal Building 6 North Main Street Stewartstown, PA 17363 Enacted 7/7/08.
Stowe Township	Allegheny	412-331-4050	Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 150 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 10/24/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/02/05. Enacted 12/13/05.
Summit Hill Borough	Carbon	570-628-2300	An ordinance relating to the certification of Uncertified Buildings adopting identical language and replacement of the word "department" with "the Borough of Summit Hill."	Under review by L&I as of 8/26/2014. Resubmitted Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/22/2014.
Susquehanna Township	Dauphin	717-909-9226	Amends the UCC by not requiring permits for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area less than 200 square feet. Requires a building permit for all residential decks. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, except where excluded from permit requirements by the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 3/10/08. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/13/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 5/8/08, 7:00 PM Susquehanna Twp. Mun. Bldg. 1900 Linglestown Road Harrisburg, PA 17110 Enacted 5/08/08. Ordinance challenged on 6/09/08. Ordinance repealed and challenge ended on 8/26/08.
Swarthmore Borough	Delaware	610-543-4599	Requiring a building permit for the construction, erection or placement of any utility and miscellaneous use structure or other accessory structure(s), accessory to multifamily, one family and semi-detached dwellings, which propose a building area greater than 200 square feet. Requiring a building permit for the construction, erection or placement of any utility and miscellaneous use structures or other accessory structure(s), accessory to multifamily, one family and semi-detached dwellings, which propose a building area less than 200 square feet and which include electricity, HVAC or plumbing.	Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/22/2013. PUBLIC MEETING: December 16, 2013, 7:30PM Council Room 121 Park Ave Swarthmore PA 19081
Swatara Township	Dauphin	717-232-7661	Amending the exclusion of carports, detached private garages, green houses, and sheds that are accessory to a detached one-family dwelling and having a building area less than 1000 square feet. The proposed ordinance amends this provision to exclude those same structures when the building area is less than 400 square feet, provided that the structures are not equipped with non-portable heating or cooling equipment or electric, water or sewer service.	Under review by L&I as of 2/5/2015. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/18/2015. PUBLIC MEETING: 3/11/2015, 7:30 PM Swatara Township Municipal Building 599 Eisenhower Blvd Swatara PA
Swoyersville Borough	Luzerne	570-288-6581	Adopts the International Property Maintenance Code. Adopts Appendices A, B, C, D, H, J, K, N, and O of the International Residential Code. Requires building permits for all residential alterations and repairs. Requires building permits for all residential utility and misc. use structures with a building area greater than 100 sq.ft.	Under review by L& I as of 8/22/08. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/27/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 2/2/09, 6:30 PM Swoyersville Boro Bldg. 675 Main Street Swoyersville, PA 18704 Enacted 2/02/09. Ordinance challenged 3/05/09. Borough withdrew ordinance on 3/19/09. Dismissed on 4/13/09.
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Thornburg Borough	Allegheny	412-766-2565	Requires a building permit for all utility and miscellaneous use structures accessory to a detached on family dwelling if such structures exceed 200 square feet in area.	Under review by L&I as of 2/4/2015. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/9/2015.
Thornbury Township	Chester	610-987-9290	Requires a building permit for the construction, erection, or placement of one-story detached accessory structures 200 square feet and greater. Requires radon control methods for new residential construction with the exception of additions and renovations.	Under review by L&I as of 0716/2012. Some changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 7/18/2012.
Tilden Township	Berks	610-670-2552	Requires building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of more than 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 2/25/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 3/08/05. Enacted 4/02/05.
Tobyhanna Township	Monroe	570-646-1212	Requires a building permit for various residential alterations and repairs. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 5/17/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/19/05. Enacted 7/11/05.
Tobyhanna Township	Monroe	570-646-1212	I-Fire Code: Adopt Appendices A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and amend sections 101.1 through 101.1.1 of Appendix B.	Under review by L&I as of 6/11/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503(b); approval letter mailed 6/25/04. Enacted 6/30/04.
Topton Borough	Berks	610-682-2541	Amends the UCC's residential sprinkler system requirements by: prohibiting the addition of anti-freeze or any other additives; requiring that systems fully comply with either the requirements of section P2904 of the IRC or the NFPA 13D; mandating that plans for systems complying with NFPA 13D be designed by a fire protection design professional or a NICET certified designer; and, prescribing certain meter box and meter box outlet piping requirements for all sprinkler systems.	Under review by L&I as of 3/31/11. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/4/11. PUBLIC MEETING: 6/13/11, 7:30 PM Topton Borough Hall 205 S. Callowhill Street Topton, PA 19562 Enacted 6/13/11. Ordinance challenged 7/13/11.
Tredyffrin Township	Chester	610-408-3631	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that have a building area of 120 sq. ft or more.	Under review by L&I as of 8/08/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/10/05. Enacted 9/26/05. Challenged; settled on 1/27/06 after ordinance was amended.

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Union Township	Berks	610-898-0660	Requires building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 200 sq. ft. or more.	Under review by L&I as of 10/14/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/19/04. Enacted 11/15/04.
Upper Allen Township	Cumberland	717-766-0756	Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes certain exceptions. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures larger than 400 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for all attached decks.	Under review by L&I as of 11/06/06. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/07/06. PUBLIC MEETING: 4/18/07, 6:00 PM Upper Allen Twp. Mun. Bldg. 100 Gettysburg Pike Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Enacted 4/18/07.
Upper Darby Township	Delaware	610-734-7612	Requires UCC permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 120 sq. ft. or more. Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 120 sq. ft., if they contain utilities.Requires a UCC permit for residential alterations and repairs, except as excluded in Chapter 1 of the IRC.	Under review by L&I as of 2/10/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/15/05. Enacted 3/16/05. Challenged; settled on 4/08/05, after ordinance was amended.
Upper Dublin Township	Montgomery	215-643-1600 ext. 3212	Establishes additional code requirements for pools, spas and hot tubs, modifies application requirements for various permit applications and requires building permits for: residential utility and misc. use structures with a building area of 120 sq. ft. or more; all uncovered decks; and, all residential alterations and repairs.	Under review by L&I as of 7/17/09. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/20/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 9/8/09, 6:30 PM Municipal Building 801 Loch Alsh Avenue Ft. Washington, PA 19034 Enacted 9/25/09.
Upper Dublin Township	Montgomery	215-643-1600 ext. 3212	Imposes a late fee not to exceed $1,000.00, when plans are submitted after construction has begun. Makes changes to the UCC appeals board requirements: provides that board members must be Township residents and for voting and alternate member status. Revises provisions relative to use of alternative methods and materials.	Under review by L&I as of 6/12/09. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/16/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/14/09, 6:30 PM Municipal Bldg. 801 Loch Alsh Avenue Ft. Washington, PA 19034 Enacted 7/14/09. Ordinance challenged 8/13/09. Challenge withdrawn and officially dismissed on 9/18/09.
Upper Frederick Township	Montgomery	610-754-6436	Exempts from a building permit all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are less than 200 sq. ft. and that have no utility service connections. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are 200 square feet or more.Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 6/10/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/13/05. Enacted 8/11/05.
Upper Frederick Township	Montgomery	610-754-6436	Exempts from a building permit all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are less than 200 sq. ft. and that have no utility service connections. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are 200 square feet or more.Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 6/10/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/13/05. Enacted 8/11/05.
Upper Gwynedd Township	Montgomery	215-669-7777	Proposed ordinance deletes the adoption of the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code. Proposed ordinance revises original submissions penalty provisions to reflect the current penalty provisions of the UCC and Act 45.	Under review by L&I as of 3/18/14. Some changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 4/16/2014. Revision submitted under review by L&I as of 10/17/2014. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/21/2014. PUBLIC MEETING: 11/24/2014 7:30 PM Upper Gwynedd Township Building Parkside Place West Point, PA
Upper Hanover Township	Montgomery	215-679-4401	Requires the identification of truss systems used in residential subdivisions.	Under review by L&I as of 4/13/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 4/21/05. Enacted 5/10/05.
Upper Hanover Township	Montgomery	610-987-9290	Exempts from a building permit all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are less than 200 sq. ft. and that will have no utility service connections. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are greater than 199 square feet. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 1/21/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/26/05. Enacted 3/08/05.
Upper Macungie Township	Lehigh	610-395-4892	Requires the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in new and existing buildings used for sleeping or dwelling purposes and that utilize fossil fuel burning appliances or equipment.	Under review by L&I as of 12/17/08. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b), assuming certain corrections are made; approval letter mailed 12/18/08. PUBLIC MEETING: 3/5/09 7:00 PM Township Building 8330 Schantz Road Breinigsville, PA 18031 Not enacted.
Upper Merion Township	Montgomery	610-205-8513	I-Building Code: sections 202, 403.1, 907.9.9, 907.2.12.1 thru 907.2.12.6 and 1802. I-Plumbing Code: section 1003. I-Fire Code: sections 403, 506, 912 and Appendix D, section 103.	Under review by L&I as of 4/30/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503(b); approval letter mailed 5/13/04. Enacted 6/17/04.
Upper Pottsgrove Township	Montgomery	610-970-4961	Exempts from a building permit all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are less than 200 sq. ft. and that have no utility service connections. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are 200 square feet or more. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 5/10/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/11/05. Enacted 7/27/05.
Upper Providence Township	Montgomery	610-933-9179	Requires a building permit for residential alterations and repairs per section 105 of the I-Residential Code. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures larger than 200 sq. ft. I-Fire Code: Amend section F-505 by requiring the identification of truss construction in certain buildings.	Under review by L&I as of 8/26/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503(b); approval letter mailed 8/27/04. Enacted 11/15/04.
Upper Providence Township	Delaware	610-565-7520	The proposed ordinance requires a permit for renovations/repairs consistent with the 2021 IRC. 401.3(b)(3) exempts alterations to residential buildings which do not make structural changes or changes to means of egress. This ordinance requires a permit for renovations and repairs more significant than finishing work. The proposed ordinance will require a permit for accessory structures greater than 200 square feet in size or containing a utility. 403.(b)(3) only requires a permit for accessory structures which are greater than 1,000 square feet in size. The proposed ordinance will require a a two way clean out to be installed for sanitary sewers. This adds an additional requirement to Section 708 of the IPC.	Under review by L&I as of 5/22/2022. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/21/2022. PUBLIC MEETING: 7/14/2022 at 7:30PM Upper Providence Township Building 935 N. Providence Road Media PA
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Wampum Borough	Lawrence	724-658-9980	Adopts the requirements of section 7210.902(b) of Act 45 for use in granting certificates of occupancy to uncertified buildings.	Under review by L&I as of 2/22/07. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/26/07. Enacted 4/9/07.
Ward Township	Tioga	570-297-2192	Requires a building permit for garages, carports, greenhouses and sheds that are accessory to a single family home and are larger than 200 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 1/31/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/15/05. Township elected not to enact this proposed ordinance.
Warminster Township	Bucks	215-343-9000	Requires building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 144 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 12/29/04. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/6/04. Enacted 1/27/05.
Warrington Township	Bucks	215-343-9350	Requires a building permit for residential alterations and repairs, and establishes exceptions. Adopts all Appendices of International Residential Code. Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 193 sq. ft. or more. Requires installation of sprinklers in residential structures undergoing complete reconstruction. Requires sprinkler installers to provide maintenance schedules to homeowners and testing of sprinkler system every 5 years. Establishes requirements for residential basement alterations. Amends section R703.2 of the International Residential Code by requiring the use of sheathing paper not less than 15 pounds per 100 sq. ft. Amends section 3002.2 of the International Residential Code by restricting the use of piping specified in this section. Amends section E3802.7 requirements by making them applicable to laundry room sinks.	Under review by L&I as of 1/20/06. All but two of changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); limited approval letter mailed 1/27/06. Enacted 08/29/07.
Warrington Township	Bucks	215-997-7501, ext. 305	Amends IPC at section 702.3 and IRC at section P3002.2 to allow building sewer pipe to be SDR-35 PVC pipe.	Under review by L&I as of 7/27/10. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/4/10.
Warwick Township	Lancaster	717-299-5251	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 400 sq. ft or more. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of less than 400 sq. ft. that have a utility connection. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions. Requires compliance with the sewer and water lateral requirements issued by the Municipal Authority in lieu of the requirements found in the International Plumbing Code and the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 4/25/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/02/05. Enacted 6/15/05.
Washington City	Washington	724-223-4203	Limits work exempted from UCC permit requirements to the exceptions detailed in Chapter 1 of the International Building Code and the International Residential Code.	Under review by L&I as of 4/28/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/02/05. Enacted 4/14/05
Washington City	Washington	724-223-4203	Requires sprinklers in all two-family dwellings and in all structures housing two or more dwelling units occupied by persons who are primarily not transient in nature.	Under review by L&I as of 4/28/05. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 5/02/05. Enacted 4/14/05
Washington Township	Berks	610-987-9290	Exempts from a building permit all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are less than 200 sq. ft. and that will have no utility service connections.Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are greater than 199 square feet. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 2/8/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/15/05. Enacted 3/24/05.
Washington Township	Northampton	610-588-1524	International Residential Code: Amends R309.2 by requiring fire separations of 5/8 " gypsum board or equivalent between attached garages and certain areas. Amends R313.1 by adding two areas that require smoke alarms: all garages and certain attic spaces. Adopts Appendix F. International Building Code: Adopts Appendix G. International Fire Code: Adopts Appendices B, C and D.	Under review by L&I as of 12/05/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/14/05. Enacted 1/11/06. Ordinance challenged. Ordinance challenge settled, ended, discontinued on 3/19/07.
Waynesboro Borough	Franklin	717-762-2101, ext. 233	Requires building permits for certain residential alterations and repairs and provides exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 7/9/10. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/13/10. PUBLIC MEETING: August 18, 2010, 7:30 PM 57 East Main Street Waynesboro, PA 17268 Enacted 8/18/10.
Wesleyville Borough	Erie	814-899-9124	Proposes vacating Borough's Ordinance of 11/10/2004 which enacted various amendments of the UCC. Reaffirms the Borough's adoption of the UCC and its election to administer and enforce certain appendices as reflected in prior ordinances: Appendices A – K of the IRC Appendices C – J of the IBC Appendices B – G of the IPC Appendices B – G of the IFC	Under review by L&I as of 9/24/2014. Changes found to be in compliance (with the exception of Appendix C of the IBC) with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter (with the exception of Appendix C of the IBC) mailed 12/18/2014. Public Meeting: May 13, 2015, 7:00 PM Borough Hall 3421 Buffalo Road Wesleyville PA
Wesleyville Borough	Erie	814-899-9124	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures larger than 199 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for certain residential repairs and alterations. I-Residential Code: Re-institutes the smoke detector requirements found in section 313.1.1.	Under review by L&I as of 9/16/04. First two changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/22/04. Enacted 11/10/04.
West Bradford Township	Chester	610-269-4174	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area of 500 sq. ft. or more. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations or repairs that increase the habitable area of a residential building.	Under review by L&I as of 1/20/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/26/05. Enacted 2/08/05.
West Bradford Township	Chester	610-269-4174	Amend Twp Code Ch. 150, Construction Codes, as to requirements for emergency communication systems in structures, so to: Set minimum transmitted and received signal strengths; Establish a frequency range, system specifications, and a minimum reliability factor; Address deficient service in existing structures; Set testing and reporting procedures; and Establish exemptions to the requirements. The ordinance affects Section 510 of the IFC.	Under review by L&I as of 3/31/2014. Some of the changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 4/7/2014. Public Meeting: 5/13/2014, 8:00 PM West Bradford Twp Administration Building 1385 Campus Drive Downingtown, PA 19335
West Conshohocken Borough	Montgomery	610-828-9747	Requires a truss marking for all new and existing buildings identifying the type of truss construction utilized in a building. Markings will be located on the front of every building.	Under review by L&I as of 7/12/2012. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/16/2012. 11/13/2012 Borough is removing the ordinance from its November 2012 agenda. Public Meeting: Removed from Agenda PUBLIC MEETING: 9/9/2014 7:00 PM West Conshohocken Borough Hall 112 Ford Street West Conshohocken PA Enacted 9/9/2014 Ordinance Challenged 10/09/2014
West Conshohocken Borough	Montgomery	610-828-9747	Proposes to amend Chapter 56, Fire Prevention, of the Boro Code Book of Ordinances by adopting a new Article III, Section 56-12(B) “Additions to standards.” The new section requires the construction of a 2 hour rated, block wall 30 inches or more above the roof line of any attached dwelling, twin or similar structure. The ordinance is further summarized as follows: Section 1-Code Amendments, Section 2-Repealer, Section 2-Revisions Section 4-Severability, Section 5-Effective Date, Section 6-Failure to enforce a waiver, and enactment.	Under review by L&I as of 9/19/2016. Changes found not to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); letter disapproving ordinance mailed 10/04/2016 PUBLIC HEARING 11/08/2016 7:00PM West Conshohocken Borough Hall 112 Ford Street West Conshohocken PA
West Hanover Township	Dauphin	717-652-4841	I-Residential Code: sections 309.2, 313.1 and 317.3.	Under review by L&I as of 5/4/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503(b); approval letter mailed 5/13/04. Enacted 7/19/04. Ordinance challenged. Challenge upheld and ordinance rendered null and void 11/10/04.
West Lampeter Township	Lancaster	717-464-3731	Exempts from a building permit all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are less than 400 sq. ft. and that will have no utility service connections. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that will be provided with any utility service. Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs, and establishes 9 exceptions.	Under review by L&I as of 10/25/04. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/28/04. Enacted 12/13/04.
West Manchester Township	York	717-846-8856	Alters the definition of structure so as to require a building permit for temporary structures, including tents, canopies and membrane structures.	Under review by L&I as of 9/21/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/28/05. Enacted 2/23/06.
West Whiteland Township	Chester	610-363-9525	Requires a fire suppressions systems in all group B and M fire areas that exceed 5,000 sq. ft.Requires a building permit for all residential alterations and repairs. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures with a building area greater than 500 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 2/7/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/15/05. Enacted 6/14/05.
Westtown Township	Chester	877-392-9445	Requires a building permit for all accessory structures of 250 square feet or larger, and for all accessory structures regardless of size that exceed 12 feet in height and/or have proposed electrical, gas, water or sewage or similar utility or onsite services.	Under review by L&I as of 8/1/2014. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 8/6/2014. Public Hearing: 10/6/2014 7:30 PM Westtown Township Building 1039 Wilmington Pike West Chester PA 19382
Whitehall Township	Lehigh	610-437-5524	Requires the International Residential Code, Section M-1402.4 Shut Off. Requiring an oil burner shut-off switch to be installed at the top of basement steps, or in a single level structure, outside of the room containing the oil burner. This switch shall have a cover plate identifying the use of the switch. Requires the International Residential Code, Section M-1402.4 Shut Off. Requiring an oil burner shut-off switch to be installed at the top of basement steps, or in a single level structure, outside of the room containing the oil burner. This switch shall have a cover plate identifying the use of the switch. Requires the International Mechanical Code, Section 901.5 shut Off. For residential occupancies up to and including 8 units, an oil burner shut off switch shall be required at the top of the basement steps; or in single level structures, outside of the room containing the oil burner. This switch shall have a cover plate identifying the use of the switch.	Under review by L&I as of 07/25/2023. All changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/9/2023 7:00 PM Whitehall Township Building 3219 MacArthur Road Whitehall, PA 18052
Whitehall Township	Lehigh	610-437-5524 ext. 134	Amending the requirement found in the IRC-2009, Appendix G, Section AG 105, Barrier Requirements, Subsection 105.2, Outdoor Swimming pools as they relate to barrier and ladder requirements.	Under review by L&I as of 1/4/2013. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 1/09/13. PUBLIC MEETING: 2/11/2013, 7:00 PM Whitehall Township Building 3219 MacArthur Road Whitehall, PA 18052
Whitehall Township	Lehigh	610-437-5524 ext. 134	In all residential installations where prefabricated/engineered wood "I" joists are used, requires the installation of ceilings (including basements), consisting of 5/8" or 1/2" fire-rated gypsum wall board, over the joists.	Under review by L&I as of 7/30/09. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 7/31/09. PUBLIC MEETING: 10/12/09, 7:00 PM Township Building 3219 MacArthur Road Whitehall, PA 18052 Enacted 10/12/09. Ordinance challenged 11/12/09. Ordinance repealed and challenge settled 6/21/11
Whitehall Township	Lehigh	610-437-5524 ext. 134	Prohibits the installation of outdoor wood-burning furnaces used to heat any building or structure.	Under review by L&I as of 10/24/08. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 10/27/08. Enacted 12/8/08.
Whitehall Township	Lehigh	610-437-5524 ext. 1134	Amending the requirement found in the IRC-2018, Section M1402 Central Furnaces, IMC-2018, Section 901.	Under review by L&I as of 10/17/2023. PUBLIC MEETING: Date and Time TBD Whitehall Township Building 3219 MacArthur Road Whitehall, PA 18052
Whitpain Township	Montgomery	610-277-2400	Requires a building permit for all signs erected in the Township.	Under review by L&I as of 2/4/05. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 2/15/05. Enacted 4/5/05.
Whitpain Township	Montgomery	610-277-2400	Requires a UCC building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures.	Under review by L&I as of 9/16/04. Change found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 9/22/04. Enacted 10/19/04. Ordinance challenged. Challenge upheld and ordinance rendered null and void 4/14/05. Appeal filed in Montgomery Co. Court of Common Pleas. Appealed to Montgomery Co. Court of Common Pleas. Court ruled against appellant, thus rendering ordinance null and void.
Wilkes-Barre Township	Luzerne	570-823-0101	Requires a building permit for residential storage sheds with a building area greater than 200 sq. ft. and for a wide variety of alterations and construction related to residential buildings.	Under review by L&I as of 11/20/06. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/22/06. Enacted on 4/2/07.
Windber Borough	Somerset	814-467-9014	Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are greater than 200 sq. ft. Requires a building permit for residential utility and miscellaneous use structures that are 200 sq. ft or less and that have utility service connections. Requires a building permit for re-siding residential dwellings and garages and all commercial buildings.Requires all fire standpipe systems to be fitted with 4" Storz connectors or equivalent connectors. Limits the validity of a demolition permit to 30 days (with the possibility of one 15-day extension).	Under review by L&I as of 12/09/05. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/14/05. Enacted 2/14/06.
Wyomissing Borough	Berks	610-775-7185	Proposes to eliminate manual wet standpipe systems by amending the International Building Code Chapter 9, Section 902, Definitions, and Section 905 entitled “Standpipe Systems" and requiring an "automatic wet standpipe system." Proposes to amend the International Building Code 2015, Chapter 9 Section 903, “Automatic Sprinkler Systems” to require a safety factor of 10% for designated sprinkler systems.	Under review by L&I as of 9/13/2020 Reviewed and Approved L&I 9/13/2020 PUBLIC MEETING: Nov. 10, 2020 6:30 PM Wyomissing Borough Hall 22 Reading Blvd Wyomissing PA Or Telecommunication due to COVID 19 at https://wyomissingboro.org/zoom-meetings/Opens In A New Window
Wyomissing Borough	Berks	610-775-7185	Proposes to adopt Chapter 5, “Fire Service Features” and Section 3101 and 3105 of Chapter 31 of the International Fire Code, 2015. Proposes to eliminate manual wet standpipe systems by amending the International Building Code Chapter 9, Section 902, Definitions, and Section 905 entitled “Standpipe Systems" and requiring an "automatic wet standpipe system." Proposes to amend the International Building Code 2015, Chapter 9 Section 903, “Automatic Sprinkler Systems” to require a safety factor of 10% for designated sprinkler systems.	Under review by L&I as of 1/27/2020 Reviewed and Approved L&I 2/10/2020 PUBLIC MEETING: March 10, 2020 7:00 PM Wyomissing Borough Hall 22 Reading Blvd Wyomissing PA
Wyomissing Borough	Berks	484-223-0763	Amendment of a pre-1999 construction code regarding automatic fire suppression systems. Requiring fire suppression systems in new, altered, or additions to use groups A, B, E, F, H, I, M, R, S, and U. Required for alterations when the value of the improvement is 20% of the Property Value or greater. Clarification to application to alterations by adding definitions and exceptions as well as to remove provisions that no longer are equal to or exceed the UCC. Removal of the exclusions of townhouses for fire suppression systems and where the addition is less than 50% of the existing floor area and the building is not currently protected by an automatic fire suppression system.	Under review by L&I as of 5/5/14. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 6/9/2014. PUBLIC MEETING: 6/10/2014, 7:00 PM Borough Hall 22 Reading Blvd Wyomissing PA Enacted 6/10/2014.
Wyomissing Borough	Berks	610-779-0772 ext. 3012	Adopts portions of the International Fire Code not adopted by the UCC regulation, including Chapter 5 and sections 2401 and 2402, subject to the requirements of 35 P.S. §7210.503 (a) (2).	Under review by L&I as of 12/01/02. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 12/02/09. Enacted 3/9/10.
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York Township	York	717-741-3861	Requires a UCC permit for residential alterations and repairs and outlines numerous exceptions. Requires a building permit for all residential utility and miscellaneous use structures larger than 240 sq. ft.	Under review by L&I as of 11/15/04. Changes found to be in compliance with 35 P.S. § 7210.503 (b); approval letter mailed 11/24/04. Enacted 12/14/05.

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P

R

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T

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W

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F-J

K-O

P-T

U-Z

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