Smithton

Borough

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HELP 724-872-6406

​​​​I want to build a deck.  Do I need a permit?

Maybe, you might need a few! 


1. Decks that are level or below 36 inches at any point with no roof do not need a building permit; over the 36 inch mark at any point and/or include a roof, will need a building permit.  For a building permit, follow the guidelines above for Residential and Commercial properties. 

2.  You may need a Stormwater Management permit; contact the Borough to verify. This is an ordinance that was passed by all Westmoreland County municipalities and applies to both residential and commercial properties.  An application can be submitted to the Borough and it will be forwarded to our Engineer.  Click on the buttons below to view the Ordinance, the fee schedule and to print out an application. 

​​3.  Verify if your property is located in the Floodplain.  You can check the status of your property by visiting https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home.​  If you are in the special flood hazard areas (SFHAs) - the blue highlighted area on the map, you will need a Floodplain permit that will be issued by our Floodplain Administrator. Click on the buttons below to view the Ordinance, the fee schedule and to print out an application. ​

​​​I want to build and addition, attached garage, etc.  Do I need a permit?

​Yes you need more than one!  


1. ​You will need a building permit.  Building permits are a state requirement in Pennsylvania, regulated by the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC), which is part of PA Act 45 of 1999.  Smithton Borough does not issue building permits. 

2.  You will need a Stormwater Management permit. This is an ordinance that was passed by all Westmoreland County municipalities and applies to both residential and commercial properties.  An application can be submitted to the Borough and it will be forwarded to our Engineer.  Click on the buttons below to view the Ordinance, the fee schedule and to print out an application. 

​3.  Verify if your property is located in the Floodplain.  You can check the status of your property by visiting https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home.​  If you are in the special flood hazard areas (SFHAs) - the blue highlighted area on the map, you will need a Floodplain permit that will be issued by our Floodplain Administrator. Click on the buttons below to view the Ordinance, the fee schedule and to print out an application. 


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​​​​I want to demolish an existing building.  Do I need a permit?

Yes!


These permits are regulated by the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC); Smithton Borough does not issue these permits. 

​​​​I want to cut a tree down on my property.  Do I need a permit?

Maybe.... 


If the tree is between the sidewalk and the street, these are Borough owned shade trees that you are responsible for. The cost to obtain a permit is $100.00.  A "Shade Tree Permit" will need to be submitted and approved before it is cut. The tree will need to be replaced by Borough guidelines. Click on the buttons below to view Shade Tree Ordinance and to print out an application. Insure that all guidelines are followed.  

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If the tree is located else where on your property, nothing is required. 

Stormwater Management Resources                                                          Helpful Videos for Homeowners    

https://westmorelandconservation.org/stormwater-resources/                                                   https://westmorelandconservation.org/stormwater/the-homeowners-guide-to-stormwater-video-series/ 

 



WITH ANY PROJECT, REMEMBER TO CALL BEFORE YOU DIG! 




VISIT THE LINK BELOW FOR HOW TO AND MORE INFORMATION!

https://www.pa1call.org/pocs/976fe4dc-4422-4f0d-908e-ea9a9f61d211/Homeowners?viewmode=0

Contact the Borough at (724) 872-6406 or smithtonboro@hotmail.com

​​​​I need to rent a dumpster.  Do I need a permit?

Maybe.... 


These permits are issued by the Borough.

  • If the dumpster will be on the street guidelines apply and a fee is required; $25.00 for 7 days.  Click on the buttons below to view the ordinance and to print out an application. Be sure to contact the Borough and pay your fee before the dumpster is placed. 
  • If the dumpster will be on your property, nothing is required 

​​​​I want to get a shed or small garage.  Do I need a permit?

Maybe, you might need a few! 


1. Structures that are under 1000 sq. feet, and not attached to anything (like a house) and is non livable; does not require a BUILDING PERMIT. 

2.  You may need a Stormwater Management permit; contact the Borough to verify. This is an ordinance that was passed by all Westmoreland County municipalities and applies to both residential and commercial properties.  An application can be submitted to the Borough and it will be forwarded to our Engineer.  Click on the buttons below to view the Ordinance, the fee schedule and to print out an application. 

​​3.  Verify if your property is located in the Floodplain.  You can check the status of your property by visiting https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home.​  If you are in the special flood hazard areas (SFHAs) - the blue highlighted area on the map, you will need a Floodplain permit that will be issued by our Floodplain Administrator. Click on the buttons below to view the Ordinance, the fee schedule and to print out an application. ​

Do not buy materials or start work before obtaining a permit to avoid unnecessary materials or labor.  

PERMITS - DO I NEED ONE?  Please note that all applications need to be completed by the Property Owner.  Tenant requests will not be accepted. 

​​​​I want to install a fence.  Do I need a permit?

Yes!


These permits are issued by the Borough. Guidelines apply and a fee is required.  Click on the buttons below to view the ordinance and to print out an application. ​


!! Verify if your property is located in the Floodplain.  You can check the status of your property by visiting https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home.​  If you are in the special flood hazard areas (SFHAs) - the blue highlighted area on the map, you will need a Floodplain permit that will be issued by our Floodplain Administrator. Click on the buttons below to view the Ordinance, the fee schedule and to print out an application. BE ADVISED THAT ONLY CHAINLINK FENCES ARE PERMITTED IN THE FLOODPLAIN!