Zoning Permits

Work Requiring a Zoning Permit

Zoning permits are required prior to the erection, alteration, demolition, or construction of any structure requiring a building permit.

A zoning permit is also required prior to:

• Any change in use of a building or land
• The construction of an off-street parking area (including driveways for one- and two family dwellings)
• A change of a permitted non-conforming use
• Installation of or changes to existing signs

Zoning Permit Application Requirements

The permit application form is shared by the Borough and Centre Region Code Administration (CRCA), so only one application is needed in any case. The general submission requirements for all Zoning Permits include:

1. A completed zoning/building permit application (Page 1)
2. Site Plan (show the following for existing andproposed conditions) 
   • Horizontal and vertical dimensions of all structures and site elements (principal and accessory structures, walkways, decks or patios, driveways, curb cuts, etc.)
   • Location of proposed structure(s) on the lot
   • Distance of structure(s) from all property lines
   • Lot coverage data (in SF) for building coverage, driveway and off-street parking coverage, and open space
   • Location of all elements in the public right-of-way including sidewalks, street trees, etc. **Required for all curb cut and driveway work**
3. Elevation Plan (or section) - required when a structure or fence is proposed. 

Permit Fees

Zoning Permit fees are established in the annual Fee Schedule and are due at application approval (not submission). Current fees:

Other fees, including for Sewer Tapping, may be assessed at the time of application review.

Submitting Applications

Completed applications can be emailed to the following Planning Department staff or mailed to/dropped off at the municipal building. Digital plan submissions are strongly encouraged and can improve the efficiency of application review. 

• One- and Two-Family Dwellings: Ellie Gilmore (Zoning Officer)
• All Other Uses/Land Development: Daniel McCombie (Senior Planner/Zoning Officer)

Applications are reviewed in the order they are received. Please allow for at least 10 business days for initial review. Staff will contact the applicant with any questions or required revisions prior to permit approval. 

Building Permits