St. Marys, PA · Elk County
Residential Building Permit Application
This application is for St. Marys homeowners or contractors seeking a residential building permit for new construction, additions, or other listed work.
What this form is
The application collects owner, contractor, worksite, project type, building characteristics, and estimated project cost information for residential work. The document says permits will not be issued until all forms and plans are complete; required materials include two sets of plans drawn to scale and applicable zoning, sewer or septic, and stormwater permits. Its plan requirements list details to include for review.
Who needs it
Homeowners or contractors undertaking residential construction, additions, alterations, or other work listed on the application should complete it.
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 is signed and dated without a notary; the document lists no sworn attachment or notarized related step.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Residential Building Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Fill in owner, contractor, worksite, project type, building details, and estimated project cost; mark areas that do not apply as N/A.
- 3
Gather Plans And Permits
Prepare two full sets of legible plans drawn to scale and include applicable zoning, sewer or septic, and stormwater management permits.
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Submit To The City
Submit the completed materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the Residential Building Permit Application?
- Homeowners or contractors planning residential work listed on the form, such as a new home, addition, garage, deck, alteration, pool, fence, or demolition, can use this application.
- What must accompany the application?
- The document requires two full sets of plans drawn to scale and applicable zoning, sewer or septic, and stormwater management permits. It also provides detailed plan requirements.
- Do I need a notary for the Residential Building Permit Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and the document lists no sworn attachment or notarized related step.
- How do I submit the Residential Building Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.