Downingtown, PA · Chester County
Building Construction Multi-Use Permit & Zoning Application
This application requests building and zoning approval for proposed construction or related work in Downingtown and is completed by a property owner, authorized agent, or applicant.
What this form is
Use this application to request a building construction permit and zoning review for proposed work, including projects such as additions, alterations, repairs, demolition, and trade work. It asks for property, owner, applicant, project, contractor, and construction details; some projects require additional information and plans. The form lists application fees of $75 for residential and $150 for non-residential projects, with permit fees due when the permit is issued.
Who needs it
Property owners, lessees, authorized agents, and registered design professionals may apply for a permit for proposed work on a building or structure.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application does not require a notary; the owner or authorized agent signs and dates it, and no sworn or notarized attachment is identified.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Application
Download the Building Construction Multi-Use Permit & Zoning Application PDF.
- 2
Complete the Application
Provide property, owner, applicant, project, construction cost, and other applicable project details, then sign and date the certification.
- 3
Gather Required Plans
Include a plot plan; the form also describes submitting two complete plan sets in paper and electronic format.
- 4
Submit to the City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Building Construction Multi-Use Permit & Zoning Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated by the owner or authorized agent without a notary, and it identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Building Construction Multi-Use Permit & Zoning Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- What must accompany the application?
- A plot plan must accompany the application or it will not be accepted. The form also describes plan and submittal materials, including two complete sets of plans in paper and electronic format.
- What application fees does the form list?
- The form lists an application fee of $75 for residential projects and $150 for non-residential projects. It says permit fees are due when the permit is issued.
Need something notarized?
This Building Construction Multi-Use Permit & Zoning Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Downingtown form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.