Permits are required to repair, construct, enlarge, alter, or demolish a building or structure; change the use or occupancy of a building or structure requiring greater strength, exit, or sanitary provisions; or to install or alter any plumbing, electrical, mechanical equipment or systems. In accordance with Act 45 as mandated by the State of Pennsylvania, South Londonderry Township follows the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) as the standard for building, construction, remodeling, and repairs. The intent of the Township's Building Codes and Zoning Laws are to ensure public safety, health, and welfare. An application for a permit is to be filed with the Township and no work shall commence until permit is issued.
Presently, building inspections and plan reviews are completed by a third party agency under contract to the Township. Commonwealth Code Inspection Service are agents of the township and endure that any construction activity taking place meet the requirements set forth in the adopted building codes.
As a reminder, all contractors who perform more than $5,000 of work each year must register their business or themselves with the
Pennsylvania Attorney Generals Office.
Code Ordinance Complaint Form: The Township requires that any code enforcement complaint be submitted to the Township office in writing. It will then be forwarded to the Township Zoning Officer or other appropriate Township official for appropriate action.
Completed Permits or questions related to Zoning or Code issues can be directed to our Zoning / Code Enforcement Department: nhostetter@southlondonderry.org or Fax: (717) 838-4122
Presently, building inspections and plan reviews are completed by a third party agency under contract to the Township. Commonwealth Code Inspection Service are agents of the township and endure that any construction activity taking place meet the requirements set forth in the adopted building codes.
As a reminder, all contractors who perform more than $5,000 of work each year must register their business or themselves with the
Pennsylvania Attorney Generals Office.
Code Ordinance Complaint Form: The Township requires that any code enforcement complaint be submitted to the Township office in writing. It will then be forwarded to the Township Zoning Officer or other appropriate Township official for appropriate action.
Completed Permits or questions related to Zoning or Code issues can be directed to our Zoning / Code Enforcement Department: nhostetter@southlondonderry.org or Fax: (717) 838-4122
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Residential & Commercial Building Permit Instructions
Building Permit.pdf Must also fill out the Worker's Comp Form Deck Plan (include with Residential Building Permit Application) Commercial Building Permit Application Must also fill out the Worker's Comp Form Highway Occupancy Permit Driveway Permit Zoning Permit Application Zoning Variance Application Burn Permit Application Appendix map for Mount Gretna Sewer Permit Application- Residential Commercial / Industrial Sewer Details (include with Sewer Permit) Sewer Balance Inquiry- Inquiries requesting sewer balances, settlement companies, foreclosures etc. Click here Sewage Hauler / Pumper-Hauler Permit Application Special Events Application Fee Schedule Commonwealth Code Inspection Service, Inc. Fee Schedule |
Other Ordinances of Interest
Animal Control - All animal control issues are enforced by the South Londonderry Township Police Department pursuant to the Pennsylvania Crimes Code, Title 18 and Local Township Ordinance #164.
Burning Ordinance - Governs opening burning within the Township
Curfew - It is unlawful for any person, 17 years of age or under, to be or remain in or about the streets within the Township at night during the period beginning at 11:30 pm and ending at 6:00 am with certain exceptions.
Nuisance Ordinance - The Township Nuisance Ordinance governs overgrown bush, grass, weeds, vegetation, inoperable vehicles, snow, and ice removal.
Onlot Sewage Enforcement - Onlot sewer enforcement is handled by the Lebanon County Planning Department. To file a sewage complaint you must complete their complaint form and submit it to the Planning Department's Office, 400 S. 8th Street, Lebanon.
Property Maintenance Code- providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and other physical things and conditions essential to ensure that structures are safe etc.
Solicitation Ordinance - Governs door to door sales and canvasing of the township.
Subdivsion / Land Development Application for Plan Approval
Sump Pump Ordinance - Sump pumps are prohibited from discharging into the sanitary sewer system. Please read refer to the ordinance for more information.
Township Park Rules & Regulations - Governs the township parks and recreation spaces.
Trash & Recycling - The Township has adopted Ordinances governing Municipal Waste and recycling within the township.
Animal Control - All animal control issues are enforced by the South Londonderry Township Police Department pursuant to the Pennsylvania Crimes Code, Title 18 and Local Township Ordinance #164.
Burning Ordinance - Governs opening burning within the Township
Curfew - It is unlawful for any person, 17 years of age or under, to be or remain in or about the streets within the Township at night during the period beginning at 11:30 pm and ending at 6:00 am with certain exceptions.
Nuisance Ordinance - The Township Nuisance Ordinance governs overgrown bush, grass, weeds, vegetation, inoperable vehicles, snow, and ice removal.
Onlot Sewage Enforcement - Onlot sewer enforcement is handled by the Lebanon County Planning Department. To file a sewage complaint you must complete their complaint form and submit it to the Planning Department's Office, 400 S. 8th Street, Lebanon.
Property Maintenance Code- providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and other physical things and conditions essential to ensure that structures are safe etc.
Solicitation Ordinance - Governs door to door sales and canvasing of the township.
Subdivsion / Land Development Application for Plan Approval
Sump Pump Ordinance - Sump pumps are prohibited from discharging into the sanitary sewer system. Please read refer to the ordinance for more information.
Township Park Rules & Regulations - Governs the township parks and recreation spaces.
Trash & Recycling - The Township has adopted Ordinances governing Municipal Waste and recycling within the township.