Permits

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 This is the most commonly issued permit. This permit is for basic repair and remodeling on the outside of a private dwelling where no structural changes to the dwelling are being made. A zoning permit can be obtained in the Curwensville Borough Office. 

You will need the following items to obtain a Zoning Permit:

• A Completed and Signed Application. Available in our office or by Clicking Here.
• Check made out to Curwensville Borough. We also accept cash.
• Borough may not issue permit the day of applying.

 Permits are required when doing any remodeling or repair to the outside of your property. 

The type of permit required depends on the type of work you are doing. 

There are two types of permits,

 Zoning Permits issued by the Borough and Building Permits issued by Pennsafe.  

  NEW CONSTRUCTION AS WELL AS OTHER LARGER PROJECTS REQUIRE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL BEFORE PERMITS CAN BE ISSUED!  

Please contact the Borough Office  

814-236-1840 before applying 

for a building permit.

Building permits are required when there is new construction or there are alterations to an existing structure. All work done to commercial properties require a building permit.

Click Here For Single Family Dwelling Permit Application. (Most Common)

Click The Button Below for Other Types of Building Permits.

 For the safety and comfort of all our citizens, the Borough requires a Burn Permit. 

Burn Permits are free of charge.

Do not burn trash or leaves.

Do not burn on Sundays or Holidays.

Be respectful of your neighbors.

Any complaints from neighbors, you must stop burning immediately.

Burn hours are from 6pm - 9pm

 Solicitation Permits are issued in the Borough Office. A brief background check is required. 

Citizens may cut downed trees and limbs at Irvin Park. A SIGNED PERMIT IS REQUIRED. 

No standing trees can be cut