# Building and Zoning Permit Application

- Summary: Building/Zoning Permit Application Overview This is a multi-page application form for the Borough of Hollidaysburg, PA, used to apply for building and zoning permits under Ordinances 441, 599, and…
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Building/Zoning Permit Application Overview This is a multi-page application form for the Borough of Hollidaysburg, PA, used to apply for building and zoning permits under Ordinances 441, 599, and 799. The form collects detailed information about the applicant, property owner, contractor, proposed project, site location, and fees. Section I: Identification Collects contact and licensing details for three parties: Applicant : Name, phone, address (street/city/zip), email Property Owner : Same fields as applicant Contractor : Name, phone, address, and State License Number Section II: Type of Improvement Applicant selects one or more types of improvement from a numbered list: New Construction Addition Structural Repair, replacement Change of Use Other Electric Plumbing Mechanical (Air conditioning and/or heating systems) Section III: Site Location Requires: Site Address Parcel Number Zoning District Historical District status Also asks whether the site is: Outside an identified floodplain area (complete Pages 1 & 2 only) Within an identified floodplain area (complete Pages 1, 2 & 3) If within a floodplain, must provide: Lowest Floor Elevation (including basement) 100-Year Flood Elevation Section IV: Description of Proposed Project Includes: Estimated Starting Date Estimated Completion Date Estimated Total Construction or Project Cost Description of proposed project (free text) Also requires selection of: Choice of Third-Party Inspector: Commonwealth Code Inspection Service Middle Department Inspection Agency And Type of Construction: Residential Commercial Includes a notice regarding Act 222 (“Building Energy Conservation Act” of 1980), requiring compliance for new construction, additions, or substantial renovations. Builder must provide written warranty certifying compliance. Applicant must sign and date the form to certify authorization by property owner. Section V: Action (Internal Use Only) For borough staff use only — not to be filled by applicant. Tracks: Permits Approved (Zoning, Building, Electric, Mechanical, Plumbing) Permits Denied + Reason for Denial Whether Plans Are Required (Yes/No) Section VI: Fees Payment instructions: No credit cards accepted Checks payable to “The Borough of Hollidaysburg” Fee breakdown includes: Zoning Permit Fee Building Permit Fee Electric Permit Fee Act 13 Fee: $4. 50 (fixed) Total Fee Residential Zoning Deposit Fee: $25. 00 Commercial Zoning Deposit Fee: $100. 00 Balance Due Section VII: Minimization of Flood Damage (Required if in Floodplain) Requires description of construction methods/materials to minimize flood damage per municipal regulations. Must attach plans and elevations showing compliance with Borough Ordinance No. 599. Two yes/no questions: A. If improving existing structure, will improvement amount to 50% or more of its Market Value? B. Estimated Market Value of existing structure (if applicable) Requires certification by Engineer or Architect: Signature, Date, Seal Name, Street Address, City/State/Zip, Phone Section VIII: Site or Plot Plan Required for new construction, additions, driveways, sidewalks, or fences. Must show: Exact size and location of property lines Proposed construction Existing buildings or structures Any areas subject to flooding (if applicable) Includes an example diagram showing dimensions for: Proposed Deck (25’x18’) Existing House (50’x25’) Existing Sidewalk (35’x3’) Existing Garage (22’x22’) and another (35’x22’) Property dimensions: 90’ wide x 150’ deep Note: Plan submission required for projects regulated by Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code. Version Information All pages indicate: VERSION DECEMBER 2024 Page numbers visible: 2, 3, 4 (first page not numbered but implied as Page 1) This form is designed to ensure all necessary legal, safety, and financial requirements are met before issuing permits for construction or renovation projects within the Borough of Hollidaysburg.